BUS-S 112 - Introduction to Business and Environmental Sustainability

Institution:

Stony Brook University

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Description:

A lecture and applications oriented course that introduces major topics influencing today's business practices relative to environmental sustainability. The evolution of the field over the last century is explored, showing (1) how the Industrial Revolution completely ignored environmental and socially responsible business practices and (2) the somewhat more environmentally friendly atmosphere of the Information Age. The course also examines how businesses work, in view of the global need for sustainable decisions and positioning, and integrates an introduction to business and management principles, public health issues, ethical and socially responsible behavior, and ecological issues. May not be taken for credit in addition to BUS 111.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.stonybrook.edu

Phone Number:

(631) 632-6000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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