The CSR Executive Summer course  is composed of a E-Learning module and a 6 days residential intensive module. 9 AM to 6 PM. 

June 2010  - E-learning Course Preparation
Prof. Michael HOPKINS - Preparatory readings and quizzes will give participants the background needed to participate effectively in the intensive course in Switzerland.

July 4, 2010 - From 6 - 8 PM

Arrival and Introduction, Introduction to the CSR Executive Summer Course and welcome cocktail

July 5, 2010 - Introduction to Concepts, CSR and International Development
Prof. Michael HOPKINS, Dr Catherine FERRIER
What is CSR all about: Definition • Links to other concepts • Social reports • From principles to practice • CSR award criteria • Application in emerging markets • Assessing development projects and their sustainability • CSR and the environment.

July 6, 2010 - Corporations, Ethics and Human Rights
Dr Elizabeth UMLAS
Theory and practical application of ethics and human rights within organisations.

July 7, 2010 - CSR and Measurement
Prof. Michael HOPKINS
Key impact indicators • Business case for CSR • Ranking systems such as Dow Jones Sustainability Index (DJSI) • Measurement systems such as global reporting initiative,  Environmental indicators, the Arabia CSR Awards, SMEs, etc.

July 8, 2010 - CSR, Stakeholder Dialogue, Sustainable Tourism in emerging markets
Mr Ivor HOPKINS
Social Accounting and Accreditation • AA1000 • Sustainable tourism • What does CSR mean for the travel industry? • Carbon Footprint • How can you become a responsible traveler? • Discussion of SRI in development. Then field visit to the United Nations Office in Geneva in the afternoon.

July 9, 2010  - CSR and Supply Chain - Laws, Voluntary Standards and Verification
Prof. Michael HOPKINS, Ms Christine CAREY
Can noncompliance with human rights laws in developing countries embarrass large multinationals? • Voluntary global standards: SA8000, Rainforest Alliance, Fair Trade

July 10, 2010 - CSR Stakeholder Relations and Sustainable Development
Mr Pierre ECHARD
Company practices • Linking Sustainable Development and CSR to corporate performance at a global level • EU Stakeholder Dialogue on CSR

Farewell dinner

July 11, 2010 - End of programme.