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Subject |
Related Preparation |
| 1) |
Introduction to the course: aim and contributions of the course |
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| 2) |
Foundations of Sustainability
In this session, general information will be provided about the state of the world, why there is a need for the concept of sustainability, and the history of the subject. Planetary and social crises, the factors causing them, historical changes and improvements, and the direction of global trends will be discussed to establish context for the sustainability issue. |
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| 3) |
Designing Sustainability Strategy
The aim is to gain insights into corporate sustainability, create a roadmap, and generate strategic analyses in collaboration with participants. |
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| 4) |
Sustainability Literacy and Greenwashing
The aim is to evaluate the information shared by companies regarding their sustainability efforts and examine greenwashing cases, sharing best practices. |
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| 5) |
Circular Economy
In this course, we will discuss the circular economy, a sustainable economic model that aims to minimize waste and promote efficient resource use through recycling and reuse. |
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Systems Thinking for Sustainability
In this session, we will share insights on the perspectives needed to address the increasing complexity of systemic issues and problems, tools for systemic transformation, and the nature of systemic issues. We will also discuss how systems thinking can be used for the strategic management of sustainability. |
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| 7) |
Choice Architecture and Behavioral Economics
When we consider the path to sustainability as a long-term process, there is a need to disrupt routines in order to change behaviors. In this context, knowledge will be shared on how to promote sustainable behaviors and habits by drawing from the studies in the field of sociology and psychology, which focus on behavioral aspects. |
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| 8) |
Introduction to Open Space Technology and Group Work
In the first 7 weeks, students will select specific topics based on the knowledge they have acquired and determine the groups they will work with around these topics. |
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| 9) |
Social Impact Analysis
The focus will be on evaluating the long-term effects, social changes, benefits, and risks of a project or activity. |
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| 10) |
Environmental Justice and Degrowth
The focus will be on the equitable distribution of environmental resources, bringing alternative perspectives to the traditional growth paradigm. The relationship between reducing growth and concepts of social well-being will be examined. |
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| 11) |
Gender Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
The course will address gender-based discrimination and inequalities in society and discuss ways to reduce these inequalities. It will also touch upon the requirements for creating a broad and inclusive social structure that includes every individual. |
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| 12) |
Beyond Sustainability: Regeneration
The idea that sustainability should be seen as a transitional phase and that action is needed beyond sustainability is increasingly emphasized. In this course, the concept of regeneration, what it entails, the approach and leadership perspective it requires, and recommendations for regenerative practices will be shared, aiming to develop a different perspective on all these concepts. |
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| 13) |
Group presentations |
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| 14) |
Group presentations |
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