COMM 386N – Climate Leadership, Innovation and Strategy

Climate change is altering the context in which businesses operate. This course examines the implications of climate risk, evolving policy frameworks, and emerging market opportunities for firms across sectors. Students will assess how organizations respond through strategic choices and approaches to innovation. The course also considers how to sustain meaningful climate action amid geopolitical uncertainty and competing global priorities. Over the course of two weeks, students will engage in discussions, case studies, lectures, and connect with industry experts to better understand how climate change is shaping business today and in the future.

Learning Objectives

• Analyze the business implications of climate-related risks, regulations, and policy shifts across different sectors and regions.
• Evaluate strategic and innovative responses businesses can adopt to address climate change while maintaining competitiveness.
• Develop leadership approaches that embed climate action into core business practices and decision-making processes.
• Assess the relevance and resilience of climate strategies in the context of ongoing geopolitical and economic uncertainty.

Eligibility: This course is open to all UBC students in any specialization in Years 3, 4 and 5