This is an introduction to contemporary environmental issues relevant to managers of today’s and tomorrow’s business organisations. It surveys current environmental problems, resultant business responsibilities and possible responses. The unit sheds light on the interdependencies that exist between the economy, society and nature, highlighting ecological needs and realities and comparing those to the needs of communities, business operators, governments and business stakeholders. You will be shown how to identify and understand environmental problems and to develop an understanding of the roles of, and opportunities for, business within the context of growing environmental constraints. -- Course Website