2016-2017 University Catalog
Sustainable Enterprise Minor
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Banner Code: SSTE
College: College of Science
Department: Environmental Science and Policy
Sustainable enterprises are businesses that are financially prosperous and seek to benefit the environment and society. They measure success in terms of a “triple bottom line” that focuses on 3 P’s:
- Prosperity - Business profitability/value
- Planet - Ecological integrity
- People - Social equity
Sustainable enterprises balance all 3 P’s simultaneously, and view solutions to environmental and social problems as investments and business opportunities. Developing sustainable business strategies therefore requires innovation and the identification of solutions that frequently “leapfrog” existing products, technologies, and best management practices.
The minor emphasizes the private sector as a critical player in helping solve pressing environmental and social problems, while capitalizing on market mechanisms and competitive opportunities. Students who obtain the Sustainable Enterprise Minor will obtain a business understanding of sustainability innovation, ethical foundations, and regulatory framework to pursue private sector triple bottom line strategies.
Eight credits of coursework must be unique to the minor and not counted toward the student’s major. For policies governing all minors, see the Undergraduate Policies section of this catalog.
This has been designated a Green Leaf program. For further information, please visit Green Leaf Programs and Courses .
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