Course Overview
Improving the environmental, social, governance, and financial performance of any organization requires data, and this data must be shared with relevant internal and external stakeholders in a meaningful and transparent way. In this course, students apply their learning from FMGT 5330: Impact Measurement and Reporting and complete a case study to produce an impact report. In this case study, students apply leading practices in impact reporting including applying relevant reporting standards and frameworks and gathering data to inform double materiality and KPI reporting.
Prerequisite(s)
- 50% in FMGT 5330
Credits
3.0
Registration requirements
Departmental approval is required to register for this course. You must have approval from the department to register. Students accepted into a program can register directly.
Domestic fees
$785.96
International fees are typically 3.4 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Evaluate and apply appropriate sustainability and impact reporting frameworks and standards used in various industries and business contexts
- Prioritize stakeholder perspectives to determine material environmental, social, and governance (ESG) impacts
- Assess material issues and identify risks and opportunities using double materiality, i.e. both sustainability issues' impact on the organization (outside-in) and the organization's impact on society and the environment (inside-out)
- Identify baselines and develop key performance indicators (KPIs) that address material issues
- Apply appropriate techniques to gather data, including stakeholder requirements and reporting requirements
- Evaluate information gaps and potential corresponding solutions when gathering qualitative and quantitative data
- Produce an impact report that is tailored to an organization's sector, size, and relevant stakeholders
- Develop and deliver written, oral, and visual presentations tailored to the intended audience
Effective as of Winter 2024
Related Programs
Producing a Data-Driven Impact Report (BSUS 5350) is offered as a part of the following programs:
- Indicates programs accepting international students.
- Indicates programs eligible for students to apply for Post-graduation Work Permit (PGWP).
School of Business + Media
- Sustainable Business
Advanced Certificate Part-time
- Sustainable Business Leadership
Advanced Diploma Full-time
- Sustainable Business Leadership
Advanced Diploma Part-time
Course Offerings
Spring/Summer 2026
Below is one offering of BSUS 5350 for the Spring/Summer 2026 term.
CRN 69321
Dates
Apr 07 - Jun 23 Loading
- CRN 69321
- $785.96 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
Duration
12 weeks
Instructor
Lisa Ricci
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- The course includes 2 hours in-class and 1.75 hour online per week, for a total of 3.75 hours of instruction, combining live sessions with independent study. Reserved for students registered in BCIT’s Sustainable Business or BBA programs who have completed the necessary prerequisite (FMGT 5330). Please email sbl@bcit.ca to request prerequisite check and approval to register
Confirmation
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Status
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