Purpose Meets Performance: The Presidency Way!!

Sustainable Business Practices: Aligning with SDGs for Competitive Advantage 

In the current global scenario, any talk about sustainability is no longer limited to boardrooms or government conventions. They have transgressed into the fabric of daily living—whether it's choosing green products, reducing waste, or considering how organizations treat their workers. Businesses, schools, and communities alike are beginning to realize that sustainability is not simply about preserving the planet—it's also about creating a better, fairer, more resilient future. 

 

Sustainability is not an academic theory at Presidency University, Bangalore. It is an integral part of instructional, learning, and organizational practice. The university itself deliberately identifies with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) so that the students, particularly at the Presidency School of Management, learn to connect business success with social responsibility. In numerous ways, this approach shapes the thought process of future managers and leaders who will not only chase profits but will also care deeply for the planet and for people. 

 

Around the world, businesses are being compelled to reimagine themselves. Consumers increasingly insist on brands that "walk the talk" in terms of sustainability. Investors make their investment choices based on Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) scores. And business leaders aspire to work for companies that reflect their values. Bottom line: Businesses that integrate sustainability advance—their innovation is supercharged, they save money by being efficient, and they establish greater trust with stakeholders. 

 

The Presidency Approach: Purposeful Learning 

Sustainability is not taught as a standalone subject in the Presidency School of Management. It is inculcated in strategy, leadership, human resources, and operations studies. For instance, when studying Goal 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth), students discover how equitable wages, safe working conditions, and inclusion policies boost productivity. Likewise, Goal 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production) gets real with wastage reduction activities, recycling, and entrepreneurship fundamentals in circular economy. 

 

The highlight is that students aren't merely learning theory- our students embody it in their actions and choices. From the eco-friendly practices on campus to sustainable student activities like Namma Bazaar – the Go-green entrepreneurship fair that showcases green products, Presidency University makes all students witness the pragmatic aspect of sustainable practice. This experiential learning motivates the students to craft business models that are not only profitable but also responsible. 

 

Shaping Leaders for a Sustainable Future 

The Presidency School of Management takes the lead to mold leaders who recognize that sustainable business is not a cost, but an opportunity. Guest lectures, assignment-based projects, and industrial interactions frequently reinforce the fact that sustainability and competitiveness go hand-in-hand. 

 

A Community of Impact 

Outside of academics, Presidency University encourages a culture of responsibility—whether in tree plantation drives, energy conservation efforts, or social outreach activities. These efforts remind students that sustainability is about taking small, continuous steps. 

 

Looking Ahead 

As the world hurtles towards 2030, the urgency to attain the SDGs is greater now than ever before. Presidency University Bangalore, in its unwavering dedication to sustainability, is gearing up future business leaders to seize this challenge. The Presidency School of Management does not just promise its graduates to come out with managerial abilities, but also with a definite sense of purpose—to innovate, to inspire, and to make a difference. 

 

Ultimately, sustainable business practice is not only about survival—it's about creating a world in which growth is fair and sustainable. Institutions such as the Presidency University are demonstrating how the process can be initiated through education. 

 

 

 

CLEAN- GREEN-SERENE – That’s the Vibe @ Presidency University! 

 

Written by, 

Dr. Shalini Acharya 

Assistant Professor - Senior Scale, PSOM