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Tool: The SDG Action Manager

Target GroupMaster, PhDResource TypeToolDomainConcepts of Sustainability and SDGs, Sustainability Strategy: Management and ReportingDuration2h to ≤ 4hAuthorB Lab, United Nations Global Compact
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Summary

  • Faculty and students can systematically assess how their academic projects, research, or initiatives impact the SDGs. Helps develop critical thinking about sustainability impacts and teaches structured approaches to sustainability assessment.

Relevant SDGs

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How to use

  • Can be used in any course involving project work, sustainability planning, or impact assessment. Particularly valuable for capstone projects, research methods courses, or sustainability-focused workshops. Works well for both individual and group assignments.
  • Faculty should introduce the five-step assessment process and guide students through their first assessment. Consider using it for project planning or evaluation phases. Tool requires registration but is free to use.
  • Includes detailed guides, videos, and resources to support deeper learning about SDG impact assessment methodologies.

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Demonstrate effective usage while encouraging experimentation and adaptation. Students should develop technical competencies and understand appropriate applications for different contexts. Use tools to enhance learning capabilities while building confidence with professional resources and methodologies.

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      • Economics
      • Management
      • Finance, banking, insurance
      • Marketing and advertising
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    • Problem-solving
    • Critical thinking
    • Self-awareness
    • Collaboration
    • Normative awareness
    • Anticipatory thinking
    • Systems thinking
    • Strategy
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    • Cognitive learning
    • Socio-emotional learning
    • Behavioural learning
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      • General KnowledgeGeneral knowledge represents foundational understanding across multiple disciplines needed for sustainable development. It creates an integrated mindset that connects basic and advanced topics across various knowledge domains.
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      • Management
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      • Marketing and advertising
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      • Systems thinking
      • Strategy
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