Self Paced: Social Responsibility for Business, Socially Responsible Corporate
Explore what corporate social responsibility is, examples of large corporations with social responsibility commitments (+ why those might be "greenwashing") + ways for entrepreneurs to weave equity and community into their small businesses
Allison Bishins, Entrepreur + Business Classes
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(92)
What's included
4 pre-recorded lessons
4 weeks
of teacher support1 year access
to the contentHomework
1 hour per week. 1-2 per weekCertificate of Completion
A Certificate of Completion is available, by request, when a student completes the homework, indicates under each video that they have watched it, and completes the final project.Class Experience
US Grade 9 - 12
Beginner Level
In this short self paced class, students will learn about corporate social responsibility and how it can be modified for small businesses. This class explores - What is corporate social responsibility? - The difference between commission and omission based CSR plans - How CSR is different from environmental responsibility - Is CSR a type of "greenwashing"? - Examples of CSR certification programs - How to approach CSR as a small business that wants to do good in your community This class is broken into several videos totaling 30 minutes.
Learning Goals
Define corporate social responsibilityLearn about where CSR and environmental responsibility overlap
Syllabus
4 Lessons
over 4 WeeksLesson 1:
What is Corporate Social Responsibility?
Different definitions, examples, non-profit donations vs. mutual aid Lesson 2:
Certifications for CSR
B Corp, LEED, WELL, and more Lesson 3:
Large corporations "doing" CSR
Is this greenwashing? Lesson 4:
Applying CSR to a small business
Tactics for small business social responsibility Other Details
Supply List
None required, but recommend a way to take notes.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined January, 2022
4.9
92reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
2 Degrees
Master's Degree from London School of Economics
Bachelor's Degree from University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill
I have owned several small businesses for 14+ years, have a degree in Political Science and Government and a Master's in Urban Design (with a focus on community building.) I have worked in environmental issues, sustainability, and community development for over 20 years.Reviews
Self-Paced Course
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Ages: 11-18
