Ashridge Centre for Business and Sustainability

Following the successful Ashridge International Research Conference, and open to non-participants of the conference, submissions are now invited for a special issue of the Journal of Public Affairs, Looking into the Abyss: Global Unethical Leadership - International reflections on leadership in the face of corruption and manipulation: what is our need for corporate and public accountability and transparency?

Editors: Carla Millar, Roger Delves and Phil Harris

Call for papers

For further Author guidelines see http://www3.interscience.wiley.com/journal/110484432/home/ForAuthors.html

Deadline: 15 October 2009

Publication Date: Issue 10.2, May 2010

Thoughts on Sustainability: Volume 1 Principles leaning into process

In this the first volume of Ashridge sustainability thought-pieces, some of the principles and big ideas that can help us meet the profound challenges currently facing us all are explored. Perspectives on intelligent growth, happiness and wellbeing, ecological mindset, and relational sustainability are offered.

Ashridge launches new research on developing the global leader of tomorrow at the United Nations, New York, 4 December 2008.

New Ashridge research, conducted in partnership with the European Academy of Business in Society and in support of the UN Global Compact Principles of Responsible Management Education, was launched at the United Nations in New York on 4 December 2008.

The Business of Sustainability, 29-30 October 2009

This 2 day residential workshop is designed for senior executives and strategic decision makers seeking to grow their business both profitably and sustainably. It brings together Ashridge’s leading insight into organisational change and engagement and the experience and know-how of global flooring company InterfaceFLOR – pioneers in sustainable business practice. Participation in the programme will enhance your ability to accelerate your organisation’s journey towards more intelligent business growth. It will also help you identify and address important issues of brand and reputation as they relate to your practice in this area.

Integrating Corporate Responsibility, 18-20 November 2009

This 3 day residential programme is designed for Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability Directors as part of their continuing professional development. It explores latest thinking and practice in core areas like reporting and stakeholder engagement, as well as refining essential skills around strategic thinking and engaging and influencing within your organisation. It combines input from leading companies with Ashridge expertise in skills development.

Managing Corporate Community Investment, 2-4 November 2009.

This programme examines the key requirements for an effective corporate community investment (CCI) programme and its role within today’s company. In terms of running a programme day-to-day there will be sessions on building employee involvement programmes, evaluating community and business benefits, building effective partnerships, and communicating effectively. The programme also explores different management approaches to CCI; how to conduct a strategic review; and the changing roles of business, government, and the voluntary sector.

Ashridge launches new seminar series

The Business of Sustainability Series hosted by Interface and Ashridge is running throughout 2009. The seminars are designed to help participants understand what it takes to bring sustainability concerns truly into the heart of business strategy and process.