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Distance learning course Sustainability Management

Develop business models, manage ESG KPIs, and report in compliance with the CSRD

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This distance learning course is held in German.

In the Sustainability Management distance learning course, you will develop practical skills to strategically embed sustainability within your organization and implement it effectively. You will see the benefits of this directly in your day-to-day work: you will define sustainability goals, develop innovative business models, and manage their implementation using relevant KPIs. You will also learn about reporting requirements (CSRD) and the opportunities for sustainable financing. All course materials are available online or in print—supplemented by in-depth online seminars.

The distance learning course "Sustainability Manager" has been tested and approved by the State Central Agency for Distance Learning (ZFU) in Cologne under the number 7389621.

Learning unit

Basics of sustainability

Author: Mirjam Gawellek

What is sustainability? Concepts, goals, agendas.
Planetary boundaries - how far can we go?
Ecosystems, social systems, economic systems.
Legal regulations and funding opportunities.
Sustainability, justice, common sense - why everything belongs together.
Solutions: What we need to do now.

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Business Ethics and Corporate Social Responsibility

Author: Dr. Sascha Genders

Why the economy? Why sustainability?
Fundamentals of business and corporate ethics.
Ethics as a process of weighing up legitimate interests and goals.
Dealing with the challenges of heterogeneous value systems.
Strategies for implementing more sustainable processes in the company.

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Sustainable business models

Author: Mirjam Gawellek

Business Models in an Era of Global Challenges.
Combining sustainability and profitability conceptually.
Impact orientation as the core of sustainable business models.
Variations of sustainable business models—the "Three Paths".
Design options: the Impact Triangle, the Sustainable Business Model Canvas, the Circular Economy.
Introduction to key tools for designing sustainable business models: materiality analysis, sweet spot analysis.
Impact measurement: True Value, Total Impact Measurement & Management (TIMM), Sustainable Value approach, Value to Society approach.
Future Fit Skills.

E-learning

Sustainable mindset

In this e-learning you will learn ...

... why our world needs you to think differently.
... the difference between the prevailing mindset and a sustainable mindset.
... to analyze your own way of thinking.
... know the possibilities and techniques to steer your thinking towards more sustainability.

You can find more information about this e-learning at www.haufe-akademie.de/36206

Learning unit

Change management in sustainable corporate transformation

Author: Volker Rau

Effective corporate management in change processes.
From the psychology of change to the role of communication.
Acquiring a new mindset and understanding of leadership.
Positioning in your own organization from a systemic perspective.
From the strategy implementation process to success monitoring.
Setting up a change architecture taking into account classic (e.g. "Kotter model", "change curve") and reflective, perceptive approaches (e.g. "Theory U", "resonance concept").
Considering stumbling blocks in the management of stakeholders.

Learning unit

Sustainability measurement & controlling

Author: Ursula Binder

Transformation of the value creation logic - value orientation should once again have something to do with values.
From strategy to the holistic anchoring of sustainability in companies.
KPIs for measuring sustainability.
The successful management of sustainability-oriented decisions.
Sustainability as a driver of corporate success and structural change.
Portfolio and scenario techniques.

Learning unit

Communication & marketing

Author: Heiner Weigand

Definition, requirements and special features of sustainability marketing and communication.
Development of sustainability marketing: key findings from market and consumer research, from value awareness to corporate culture.
Strategies and tools of sustainability marketing and sustainability communication.
Employer branding and recruiting in times of sustainability, change and disruption.
Sustainability in product and pricing design as well as in distribution.
Basics of sustainability reporting.

Learning unit

Digitalization & sustainability

Author: Mirjam Gawellek

Digitization - an end in itself?
Potentials and challenges of digitalization in relation to sustainability.
Challenges for cooperation in the company through digitalization.
Strategies for the sustainable implementation of digital processes.

Learning unit

Sustainability Reporting & Finance

Authors: Katharina Knoll , Anna-Maja Schaefer

The EU's CSRD Directive
The new standards: ESRS, ESAP, double materiality
Sustainability reporting 2.0
Investment in sustainable projects
Sustainable financing

Learning unit

Sustainable Innovation & Leadership

Author: Theresa Weigel

Concepts, fundamentals, ideas, opportunities, and design possibilities.
Social entrepreneurship as the spearhead of sustainable business models.
The manager as ethical decision-maker: the benefits of redefining your leadership qualities.
Consumer research: from value awareness to corporate culture.
Social Entrepreneurship Business Plan.
Sustainable innovation in different contexts - mobility, energy, urban planning, nutrition, education and much more.
Sustainable Innovation - Policy Frameworks.
Implementation, case studies, and best practices.

Learning unit

CSR in an international context - the global value chain

Author: Agathe Ziegler

Ethics in international business: basics, standards, guidelines and SDGs.
How to and know why - internationalize my guidelines.
The value chain: recalculating the product life cycle.
Export/import & export control: legal bases, human rights, regulations, master data check, dual use and Bafa licenses.
Compliance – the ICP (Internal Compliance Program).
Green Logistic.
Supply Chain Act.

Online seminars

5 online seminars included

In-depth session: Fundamentalsof Sustainability (90 min).
In-depth session: SustainableBusiness Models (120 min).
In-depth session: Digitalization& Sustainability (120 min).
Specialization: SustainableInnovation & Leadership (120 min).
Advanced Course: CSRin an International Context (150 min).

Flexible continuing education—anytime, anywhere

18months of access: No time pressure—you set the pace.
Online: Learn anytime, anywhere—with your digital learning materials.
Optional online seminars: Expand your knowledge live with experts.

Your all-inclusive package – guided from start to finish

Get started right away: Access all course content as soon as the course begins.
Always supported: e-mail, interactive quizzes, and regularly updated content.
Learn together: Join the learning community to ask questions and join study groups.

Your benefit

Sustainability Management:Goals and Strategies for Innovative and Resilient Business Models.
Reporting and Finance:Implementing reporting requirements in compliance with the law, as well as raising and investing capital in a sustainable manner to ensure sustainability compliance.
Sustainability Measurement:Strategies and Measurement Systems for the Effective Management of Sustainability Goals.
Business Transformation:Change Management and Mindset for Sustainable Business Models.
Marketing:Communicating sustainability performance and innovations authentically to foster successful stakeholder dialogue.

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Certified degree available

Complete your distance learning course with the online exam “Online Exam: certified Manager Distance Learning Course.” You can find all the details in the certified Manager Distance Learning Course (34267).

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Recommended for

Sustainability managers and ESG officers who want to build in-depth expertise for their sustainability roles.
Sustainability managers looking for practical professional development with a specialization.
Professionals and executives who are driving sustainable transformation and new business models.
People changing careers or entering the workforce who want to build sustainability skills in a flexible way.
Sustainability pioneers: those who want to understand current trends and put them into practice.

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Haufe Akademie's distance learning courses offer you maximum flexibility for your professional development. They include self-study phases with modern e-learning elements and thus guarantee your learning success.

Distance learning with Haufe Akademie:
Flexible further education ‐ when and where you want!

Flexible: You learn independently of time and place

Practice-oriented: Comprehensive knowledge, prepared for you with practical relevance

Up to date: The content in your personal online learning environment is updated on an ongoing basis.

Success confirmed: A certificate of attendance and a badge confirm your participation and the high quality of the course content

Individual: On request, we can extend the access time to all course content free of charge.

Open Badges - Show what you can do digitally too.

Open Badges are recognized, digital certificates of participation. These verifiable credentials are the current standard for integration in career networks such as LinkedIn.

With them, you digitally demonstrate the competences you possess. After successful completion, you will receive an Open Badge from us.

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34244

€ 2.290,- plus VAT

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approx. 100 hours

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Available for 18 months

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Start dates and details

01.05.2026

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Booking number: 34244

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01.06.2026

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Booking number: 34244

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approx. 100 hours

Partial payments are possible for this training event .

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01.07.2026

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approx. 100 hours

Partial payments are possible for this training event .

You will receive the first partial invoice on the start date and the subsequent invoices every 4 weeks.

Flexible start

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01.08.2026

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Booking number: 34244

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approx. 100 hours

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01.09.2026

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01.10.2026

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01.11.2026

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01.12.2026

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01.01.2027

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01.03.2027

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approx. 100 hours

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Booking number: 34244

€ 2.290,- plus VAT.

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Plan course

approx. 100 hours

Partial payments are possible for this training event .

You will receive the first partial invoice on the start date and the subsequent invoices every 4 weeks.

Flexible start

Entry is also possible between the start dates by arrangement.
Tel.: 0761 595339 00

Booking number: 34244

€ 2.290,- plus VAT.

€ 2,725.10 incl. VAT.

Plan course

approx. 100 hours

Partial payments are possible for this training event .

You will receive the first partial invoice on the start date and the subsequent invoices every 4 weeks.

Flexible start

Entry is also possible between the start dates by arrangement.
Tel.: 0761 595339 00

FAQs

Sustainability is now a key factor in the success of companies. Regulatory requirements, customer expectations, and social pressure make it necessary not only to understand sustainability strategies, but also to actively shape them. This course will help you build the skills you need to manage transformation processes, combine environmental and social responsibility with economic goals, and ensure the long-term success of your company.

The Sustainability Management distance learning course provides you with comprehensive and practical knowledge to implement sustainability strategically, measurably, and effectively in your company. You will deal intensively with the basics of sustainability management, the development of sustainable corporate strategies, sustainable business models, ESG, CSR, sustainability controlling, and sustainability reporting. In addition, you will learn how change management and sustainable transformation can be successful, how stakeholders can be involved, and how sustainable communication works internally and externally. The distance learning course combines strategic, operational, and cultural aspects of sustainability and enables you to link ecological, social, and economic goals. This allows you to build the skills that are crucial for specialists and managers in the fields of sustainability management, ESG management, and sustainable corporate management today.

In practice, there is often a lack of a clear framework for linking sustainability to corporate strategy. Goals are often too general, not measurable, or not integrated into processes. The distance learning course shows you how to systematically structure sustainability, derive strategic goals, and link them to operational measures. This transforms sustainability from an abstract aspiration into a manageable management issue.

Many specialists and managers face the challenge of classifying and implementing different terms, expectations, and legal requirements in practice. This distance learning course provides you with a clear understanding of ESG, CSR, and sustainability reporting and shows how these topics interact in a meaningful way. You will learn to evaluate requirements, set priorities, and anchor sustainability in your company in a legally compliant and practical manner.

A key challenge is the lack of measurability of sustainability measures. Without key performance indicators, neither progress nor success can be demonstrated. In this distance learning course, you will learn how to define suitable sustainability indicators, collect data, and use it for controlling, reporting, and decision-making. This will enable you to manage sustainability in a fact-based manner and communicate credibly both internally and externally.

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