Research
The faculty at the Moore School is engaged in research related to a range of sustainability topics that impact business.
The Center for Sustainable Growth is a hub for scholarship and objective research, linking the business community and university on sustainability topics, identifying opportunities for competitive advantage and advancing problem-focused thought leadership.
The Center for Sustainable Growth coordinates activities related to:
- Curriculum development
- Student engagement
- Objective research
- Partner value creation
The Center for Sustainable Growth values economic growth, local impact with global perspectives, curiosity and innovation, as well as environmental and social consciousness. The Center’s goals are to:
- Shape the next generation of international business education aligned around interdisciplinary understanding with the capabilities to operate sustainable businesses.
- Serve as a catalyst for collaboration and objective thought leadership that equips the business community to create value around sustainability
Curriculum
Students have the opportunity to study and learn about the key sustainability topics impacting business today and evaluate the complex trade-offs and opportunities that exist for business.
Members of the faculty have also created a series of cases that can be adopted for your curriculum.
Student Engagement
The University of South Carolina Net Impact Chapter focuses on sustainable business practices, building awareness and understanding of sustainability in global markets as well as its role in future careers.
As a supporting partner of ClimateCAP, the Moore School offers graduate students the opportunity to participate in the MBA Academy Virtual Learning Series as well as the annual ClimateCAP MBA Summit.
Voices of Sustainability Podcast
This podcast explores the challenges and opportunities that business, non-profits and state government face as they strive to balance economic growth with environmental and social responsibility.
Faculty Fellows
The Center for Sustainable Growth is composed of faculty members from every department within the Moore School. Faculty fellows represent the interdisciplinary scholarship and research conducted on the sustainability challenges and opportunities that business encounter.
Center Partners
The Center for Sustainable Growth collaborates with businesses, strategic partners and members of the university community to advance scholarship and research
Events and Opportunities
The Center for Sustainable Growth organizes and partners with various organizations to provide sustainability events and engagement throughout the year.
Carbon Footprint
The Moore School is committed to reducing our carbon footprint. Carbon Cents assessed the school’s carbon footprint to establish a baseline.