Corporate leadership training
Leadership in Sustainable Business Training Course in Vietnam
Help leaders build companies that grow while protecting people and the environment: understand their impact, use resources and energy efficiently, source with care, adopt resilient green business models and govern with integrity, through practical, hands-on training.
- In-person, virtual
or blended - Customised for
your organisation - Delivered worldwide,
including Vietnam - For owners, executives
and entrepreneurs
Course overview
What Is Leadership in Sustainable Business?
Leadership in sustainable business is the capability to integrate environmental, social and governance thinking into how a company creates value. This course builds understanding of sustainability frameworks, environmental risk and impact assessment, resource efficiency, responsible sourcing, climate resilience, green technology and business models, stakeholder engagement and ethical governance.
Interactive workshops, case studies and practical exercises have participants assess a company’s impacts, uncover energy and waste savings and rework its business model, using businesses like those leaders in Vietnam run.
Built for Vietnam’s evolving business landscape, the course helps CEOs, sustainability officers and corporate strategists integrate environmental, social and governance principles into core strategy, navigate regulatory change and mitigate environmental risks, turning sustainability into competitive advantage and long-term resilience.
Why it matters
Why Sustainable Business Matters in Vietnam
As Vietnam’s business landscape evolves, sustainability is becoming central to long-term success. Leaders who apply ESG principles, adopt green technology and engage stakeholders build resilience, reputation and shared value.
Resources are finite
Wasting energy, water and materials raises costs as resources tighten.
The climate is changing
Storms, floods and heat can interrupt production and supply.
Stakeholders are watching
Buyers, investors and communities increasingly expect responsible conduct.
Shared prosperity
Companies that act responsibly help more people in Vietnam share in growth.
The Knowles leadership approach
From Insight to Impact
The course follows the cycle a company goes through as it becomes more sustainable, from assessing its impact to reporting transparently, and treats each step as a strategic decision as well as an ethical one.
Sustainable business in action
- 1. ImpactWhat do we affect?
- 2. PrioritiesWhat matters most?
- 3. InnovateHow can we do it better?
- 4. EngageWho must we work with?
- 5. MeasureAre we improving?
- 6. ReportAre we open about it?
Key benefits
Why Organisations Choose This Course
This programme helps your leaders and your organisation to:
Lower Running Costs
Lower costs through efficient use of energy, water and materials.
Reduced Business Risk
Manage environmental and regulatory risks early.
Stronger Reputation
A stronger reputation with customers and investors.
Resilient Supply
Suppliers who meet fair standards reliably.
New Opportunities
Green technology that opens new markets.
Trusted Governance
Governance grounded in responsibility and accountability.
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Course curriculum
A practical and structured learning journey.
Twelve units in three stages move from understanding a company’s impact, to greener operations, to the strategy and governance that sustain change.
- Unit 1
Triple Bottom Line
- Assess economic, social and environmental results as a whole.
- Balance near-term profit with lasting value.
- Make sustainability part of the business case.
- Unit 2
Development Goals
- Align business plans with the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
- Find the goals your business influences most.
- Connect sustainability goals with corporate strategy.
- Unit 3
Impact Assessment
- Assess the environmental and social footprint of operations.
- Follow each impact from raw material to end user.
- Gather evidence on which impacts matter most.
- Unit 4
Material Issues
- Prioritise issues for stakeholders and the business.
- Put effort into the issues with greatest impact.
- Set measurable targets and timelines.
- Unit 5
Cleaner Energy
- Pinpoint the machines and processes that drain power.
- Evaluate green technology and renewable energy.
- Weigh the payback on efficiency and solar projects.
- Unit 6
Waste Reduction
- Prevent waste before it is created.
- Reuse materials and give by-products new value.
- Make cutting waste a routine task for every team.
- Unit 7
Ethical Sourcing
- Set supplier standards on labour, safety and the environment.
- Assess supplier risk fairly and verify practice.
- Favour nearby suppliers when communities gain.
- Unit 8
Climate Resilience
- Assess climate and resource risks to the business.
- Adapt plans for water, energy and supply pressures.
- Strengthen sites and supply chains against disruption.
- Unit 9
Green Ventures
- Read where customers want cleaner alternatives.
- Find ways for sustainability to earn revenue.
- Test ideas at low cost before scaling.
- Unit 10
Stakeholder Dialogue
- List the officials, groups and communities with a stake.
- Engage stakeholders openly and listen to concerns.
- Develop joint solutions with partners.
- Unit 11
Good Governance
- Set clear standards for ethics and transparency.
- Guard decisions against bribery and personal gain.
- Bring sustainability risk under board scrutiny.
- Unit 12
Honest Reporting
- Measure sustainability performance with clear indicators.
- Report results transparently, including setbacks.
- Avoid green claims that cannot be backed up.
Course agenda
Two-day course agenda.
A sample agenda showing how the two days run, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The final agenda is agreed with you.
Welcome, objectives and introductions
The triple bottom line
Morning break
Development goals
Lunch
Impact assessment
Material issues
Afternoon break
Cleaner energy
Day one reflection
Close
Recap and goals for the day
Waste reduction
Morning break
Ethical sourcing
Lunch
Climate resilience
Green ventures and business models
Afternoon break
Stakeholder dialogue and good governance
Honest reporting and action planning
Close
Participant resources
What participants receive.
A practical set of resources to support learning during the course and application afterwards.
Course Workbook
Content, summaries and activities for every unit.
Templates and Worksheets
Ready-to-use tools to apply learning at work.
Action Plan Template
Turn learning into clear next steps.
Job Aids and Quick Guides
Key models, checklists and frameworks for daily use.
Digital Resources
Additional materials to revisit after the course.
Certificate of Completion
Recognition of the training completed.
Practical application
From theory to real workplace impact.
Participants apply each concept to realistic cases, assessing impacts, looking for waste in a process, reworking a business model and leading a stakeholder meeting, as business leaders in Vietnam must.
Impact Mapping
Assess a company’s impacts along its value chain.
Waste Walk
Follow a process and record where waste arises.
Model Redesign
Rework how a business earns so sustainability adds value.
Stakeholder Forum
Take stakeholder roles and agree next steps.
Who should attend
Designed for leaders building responsible businesses.
Suited to CEOs, sustainability officers, corporate strategists and anyone shaping strategy and culture around sustainability, and to public, development and research professionals who influence business.
- Business OwnersMake sustainability core to the business.
- EntrepreneursLaunch ventures that do well by doing good.
- ExecutivesBuild ESG into corporate strategy.
- Public OfficialsDevelop policy that supports green business.
- Development StaffHelp businesses grow sustainably.
- ResearchersTurn research into business practice.
Course format and delivery
Flexible options to suit your organisation.
Choose the format and duration that fit your schedule and learning needs, whether at your workplace in Vietnam, online or a mix of both.
In-Person Training
Delivered at your organisation in Vietnam or at a suitable venue.
Virtual Training
Interactive, engaging live online delivery.
Blended Learning
A combination of in-person and virtual sessions.
Customised Training
Tailor case studies, organisation focus, delivery mode, modules and duration. Explore Customized Training
- Typical Duration2 Full Days9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Also available as a 1-day, half-day, 90-minute or 60-minute session.
Prerequisites
Prerequisites and experience level.
No prior experience is required. The course suits people new to sustainability and experienced business leaders alike and works well for mixed groups.
No formal prerequisites
Open to anyone who wants to build a more sustainable business.
All experience levels
From students and researchers to senior executives.
Designed for mixed groups
Business, public and development staff learn together.
Ready to take part
Bring a product, site or process you want to improve.
Course framework
A structured approach to developing leaders.
The framework runs as a learning cycle: understand sustainability, practise on cases, reflect and then apply it to your organisation’s strategy and operations.
Practical and Actionable
Assessments and plans to use right away.
Relevant to Vietnam
Built around the regulations, markets and resources businesses in Vietnam face.
Balanced Thinking
Profit, people and planet in balance.
The sustainable business cycle
- 1. LearnCore leadership principles
- 2. ExploreCase studies and discussion
- 3. PractiseRole-plays and simulations
- 4. ReflectSelf-assessment and journaling
- 5. ApplyReal-world projects
- 6. GrowMentoring and peer support
Key learning outcomes
From knowledge to lasting leadership impact.
By the end of this programme, participants will be able to:
- 01
Assess your impact
Pinpoint a company’s largest effects on people and the environment.
- 02
Set clear priorities
Rank issues and set measurable goals.
- 03
Use resources well
Create action plans for resource efficiency.
- 04
Source responsibly
Agree fair terms and standards with suppliers.
- 05
Engage stakeholders
Earn trust by keeping stakeholders informed and involved.
- 06
Report honestly
Measure and report performance honestly.
Long-term profit and environmental stewardship belong together.
Example exercises and tools
Learn by doing.
Practical exercises and assessment tools are applied to the strategy and operations of each participant’s company.
Case studies and practical exercises tailored to the Vietnamese business context reflect situations leaders may meet, from introducing green technology on a production line to aligning a business plan with the Sustainable Development Goals. Participants practise identifying environmental risks, building resource-efficiency and waste-reduction plans and engaging stakeholders, and leave with an action plan for their own organisation.
Materiality Matrix
Map issues by stakeholder and business importance.
Energy Audit
Locate the biggest energy uses and losses on a site.
Supplier Checklist
Set out standards for checking suppliers.
Greenwash Test
Verify each sustainability claim before it is made.
Assessment
Assessment and learning progress.
A mix of steps before, during and after the programme keeps learning relevant and turns it into action.
Before the training
Share your goals and team context.
Agree the objectives and focus areas.
Confirm the format, timing and group.
During the training
Role-plays, simulations and practical exercises.
Feedback from experienced leaders as skills develop.
Group discussion and reflection.
After the training
A personal action plan for the workplace.
Self-assessment and guided journaling to track progress.
Ongoing learning through peers, mentors and the alumni network.
Workplace application
Relevant to your context.
Participants apply the tools in businesses across Vietnam, from cutting energy use at one factory to setting ESG goals for the whole company.
- Energy ManagementBring down energy bills.
- Waste ProgrammesWaste less and reuse more.
- Supplier SelectionChoose dependable, fair partners.
- Product DesignDesign efficient, durable products.
- Community ProjectsCreate shared value locally.
- Board ReportingReport progress to leadership.
Let’s discuss your requirements
Request a Customised Leadership Programme.
Talk to our team about how this course can be tailored for your organisation in Vietnam or other locations worldwide.
- Share your priorities
- Receive a tailored proposal
- Explore delivery options
Adapting for Vietnam
Adapting the programme for Vietnamese organisations.
We tailor the course so it reflects your people, your sector and the context you work in.
Local case studies
Examples and case studies drawn from leaders in Vietnam.
Cultural awareness
Content that respects cultural nuances and builds inclusive environments.
Community focus
Projects that address real local and community issues.
Industry and organisation focus
Examples, terminology and scenarios from your sector.
Delivery worldwide
Flexible delivery across Vietnam and worldwide.
We deliver this programme in Vietnam and in other locations worldwide, with flexible formats and options to suit your organisation.
- In-person
- Virtual
- Blended
At Your Workplace
In-house sessions at your office in Vietnam.
A Venue You Choose
Delivered at a training venue that suits your team.
Live Online
Interactive virtual sessions wherever your people are.
Across Countries
Programmes coordinated across several locations worldwide.
Client experiences
What our participants say.
Word-for-word feedback from participants at organisations in Singapore. Read all reviews
Yes, because it serves as a helpful reminder to prioritize mental well-being alongside daily targets.
Yes definitely. Gaining a deep understanding of structured mentoring models is incredibly beneficial for anyone stepping into a leadership role.
Yes, it serves as an excellent starting point for teams managing cross-cultural integration.
Yes, definitely. because it offers highly practical insights that help you navigate your role and better manage relationships within your team.
Yes, particularly for beginners who need a clear, structured way to start organizing workplace information.
Yes, the strategic frameworks shared are highly practical and worth learning for career growth.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about this course.
What is the main focus of this course?
Leading sustainably: assessing impact and risk, setting priorities, resource efficiency, responsible sourcing, stakeholder engagement and ethical ESG governance, applied to Vietnam’s business context.
What topics does the course cover?
Twelve units in three stages: understanding impact (triple bottom line, development goals, impact assessment, material issues), greener operations (cleaner energy, waste reduction, ethical sourcing, climate resilience) and strategy and trust (green ventures, stakeholder dialogue, good governance and honest reporting).
Who should attend this course?
CEOs, sustainability officers, corporate strategists, business owners, public officials and researchers.
Is the course suitable for new or first-time leaders?
Yes. Those new to sustainability learn the essentials, and experienced leaders learn to integrate ESG into strategy.
Is the course practical or theory-based?
Practical. Workshops, case studies and exercises have participants assess impacts, find waste, rework business models and engage stakeholders.
How long is the course?
The standard course runs over 2 full days, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. It can also be delivered as a 1-day, half-day, 90-minute or 60-minute session.
Can the course be customised for our organisation?
Yes. We can adapt the content, examples and format to your goals, industry and team. See Customized Corporate Training for how we tailor programmes.
Can we use examples from our own industry?
Yes. We design and deliver our courses with subject matter experts in each field. Tell us about your industry, context and terminology when you enquire, and it will be taken into account.
Can we combine this course with other topics?
Yes. We can combine related topics into one programme or build a learning pathway across several sessions and levels.
Is this course available outside Vietnam?
Yes. We deliver this programme in other countries worldwide, in person or live online, and can coordinate it across several locations.
What delivery options are available?
In person at your workplace or a venue you choose, live online, or a blend of both.
What kind of exercises and activities are included?
Impact assessment, a process waste review, business model rework, a stakeholder meeting, a materiality map, an energy audit, a supplier checklist and a check on green claims.
Do participants receive mentoring during the course?
Yes. Participants receive mentorship and constructive feedback from experienced leaders throughout the course.
Will participants build a professional network?
Yes. Participants connect with fellow participants, build mentoring relationships with facilitators and guest speakers, and can join an alumni network for ongoing learning.
How does the course support personal growth?
Through regular self-assessment and reflection, guided journaling to track progress and set goals, and techniques for mindfulness and stress management.
Is the course relevant to the Vietnamese context?
Yes. It is designed for leaders in Vietnam, with case studies and exercises on ESG principles, green technology and stakeholder engagement in the Vietnamese business context.
Which cities in Vietnam can the course be delivered in?
We can deliver it in cities across Vietnam, including Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi, Hai Phong, Da Nang, Can Tho, Bien Hoa and Hue, and other cities on request. We also offer a full range of leadership courses in Vietnam.
Can we download a course brochure?
Yes. Download our course brochure for an overview of our training programmes.
How do we request a proposal?
Share your goals and requirements through the enquiry form on this page. Our team replies within one business day with suggestions and a tailored proposal.
Who can we contact about this course?
Email [email protected], call +65 6714 6663 or use the enquiry form on this page. We reply within one business day.
Next steps
From enquiry to delivery.
A simple, transparent process from your first message to the training day.
- 1
Enquiry
Share your training needs and priorities.
- 2
Consultation
We discuss and refine the scope with you.
- 3
Proposal
Receive a tailored proposal with delivery options.
- 4
Confirm
Review, adjust and agree the details.
- 5
Delivery
We deliver the programme for your team.
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This course is customisable
We can tailor the content, examples and activities to your team’s industry, goals and workplace context. Explore Customized Training
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