Three Day Online Course on Business Sustainability
About the Course
The Short-Term Course on Business Sustainability is designed to provide participants with a holistic understanding of how sustainability principles are transforming modern business strategy, governance, and operations. The course combines legal, managerial, and ethical perspectives to help participants integrate environmental, social, and governance (ESG) frameworks into decision-making.
Participants will engage in interactive discussions, real-world case analyses, and simulation exercises focusing on sustainability-driven innovation, regulatory compliance, and corporate responsibility. The course aims to empower business leaders, entrepreneurs, and students to align profitability with purpose and performance with responsibility.
Key Learning Outcomes
- Understand global sustainability frameworks (UN SDGs, ESG, CSR).
- Evaluate environmental and social risks in business operations.
- Learn to integrate sustainability into corporate strategy and reporting.
- Gain practical insights from leading corporate case studies.
- Develop skills for sustainable leadership and decision-making.
Course Outcomes
- Understanding key principles of business sustainability and ESG criteria.
- Skills to assess and implement sustainability initiatives.
- Awareness of legal and regulatory frameworks on sustainability.
- Ability to analyse real-world sustainability case studies.
Schedule and Details of the Sessions
(Tentatively from January 23–25, 2026)
| Session | Title | Key Topics | Case Study |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to Sustainability and ESG Principles | Evolution of sustainability; UN SDGs; ESG frameworks; Triple Bottom Line | Patagonia: Purpose over Profit |
| 2 | Business Ethics and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) | CSR models, stakeholder theory, and ethics in business | Tata Group’s CSR Legacy in India |
| 3 | Global and Indian Legal Frameworks for Sustainability | Environmental laws, Companies Act CSR provisions, SEBI BRSR regulations | Infosys and SEBI’s BRSR Implementation |
| 4 | Sustainability Reporting and Metrics | ESG disclosure standards, GRI, SASB, Integrated Reporting | Unilever’s Sustainable Living Plan |
| Session | Title | Key Topics | Case Study |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | Sustainable Business Models and Circular Economy | Circular value chains, resource efficiency, product lifecycle | IKEA: Designing for Circularity |
| 6 | Sustainable Supply Chain and Procurement | Green sourcing, supplier sustainability audits | Nestlé’s Sustainable Sourcing in Cocoa Supply Chain |
| 7 | Governance, Risk, and Compliance in Sustainability | ESG risk management, corporate governance frameworks | Volkswagen Emissions Scandal: Lessons in Governance |
| 8 | Stakeholder Engagement and Shared Value Creation | Public-private partnerships, social enterprises, stakeholder mapping | ITC e-Choupal: Sustainability through Inclusive Business |
| Session | Title | Key Topics | Case Study |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 | Sustainability Innovations and Technology | Green technologies, AI for sustainability, clean energy startups | Tesla: Driving Innovation for a Sustainable Future |
| 10 | Financing and Investing in Sustainable Businesses | Green finance, ESG funds, impact investing | Yes Bank’s Green Bond Initiative in India |
| 11 | Legal and Policy Developments: India and Global Context | COP commitments, national ESG policies, and regulatory frameworks | Vellore Citizens Welfare Forum v. Union of India (1996) |
| 12 | Capstone: Group Presentations and Policy Simulation | Presentation of sustainability strategies, discussion with industry experts | Simulation: Building a Sustainable Business Strategy |
Eligibility
Candidates who are pursuing graduation or have graduated are eligible to register.
Admission Procedure
- Submission of Online Application Form along with the required documents and the fee.
- Direct admission subject to fulfilling the eligibility criteria.
Interested candidates may register for more than one course only when the dates of the sessions are not clashing.
Course Fee: Rs. 10,000/-
How to Apply
All the candidates should apply online through the website www.nalsarpro.org
Link to Apply : https://apply.nalsar.ac.in/application-form-for-short-term-courses
Last Date to Apply: January 20, 2026
Conduct of the Course
Live sessions will be conducted online by academicians, professionals, and industry experts during weekends. Soft copies of the reference materials will be provided to the candidates.
If enrollments exceed 100, the University may conduct the classes in different batches on different dates.
Mode of Assessment
Online Examination will be conducted once at the end of the course. The assessment may include MCQ, short answer questions, case study, and problem-based questions.
Award of Certificate (only soft copy through email)
- Course Completion Certificate: Candidates securing 50% or more in the Assessment Test will be awarded the ‘Course Completion Certificate’.
- Certificate of Participation: All other enrolled candidates will be awarded a ‘Certificate of Participation’.
Please note that certificates will be issued in soft copy format only and will be sent via email. Printed copies will not be provided.
Course Coordinator & the Instructors
Prof. P. Srinivas Subbarao, Professor of Management & Entrepreneurship, NALSAR University of Law
Course Coordinator
Prof. Subbarao is an accomplished academician with over three decades of experience in innovation, entrepreneurship, and sustainability management. He has designed and led multidisciplinary programs integrating law and management perspectives, and has conducted executive education programs internationally.
He is an alumnus of IIM Ahmedabad, trained at Cambridge University, UK, and has published over 250 research articles, case studies, and patents. His work emphasizes actionable approaches to ethical and sustainable business transformation.
Mr. Sujit Ali, General Counsel – Corporate Sustainability and Governance
Mr. Sujit Ali is a seasoned legal professional specializing in corporate governance, ESG compliance, and business ethics. He has advised leading Indian and multinational corporations on regulatory compliance, sustainable investment frameworks, and CSR implementation.
He frequently speaks at industry forums on corporate law, sustainability, and responsible business conduct and contributes to policy dialogues aligning business growth with social and environmental accountability.
Dr. Gopal K. Sarangi, Senior Fellow, The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI), New Delhi
Dr. Gopal Sarangi is a distinguished scholar in energy transitions, sustainability, and climate governance. He leads multiple national and international projects at TERI focusing on energy access, climate policy, and sustainable business models.
He has published widely in reputed journals and contributed to policy reports shaping India’s green growth and decarbonization strategies. His sessions focus on the intersection of policy, business innovation, and sustainability outcomes.
