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Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

Course Title: Achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in the UAE: A Roadmap for Corporate Sustainability


About This Course

In this course, participants will learn about the global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and how they intersect with the UAE’s specific regulations and sustainability commitments. The course combines the global perspective of the SDGs with the UAE's National Agenda 2030, aiming to provide an understanding of the UAE’s regulatory environment, compliance strategies, and practical steps for corporations to align their operations with sustainable development.


Target Audience

  • Professionals and managers in corporate sustainability roles within UAE-based companies

  • Graduate and undergraduate students in environmental studies, policy, and sustainability

  • Policymakers and development practitioners focused on sustainability in the UAE

  • Private-sector actors aiming to integrate sustainable practices in corporate strategies, including CSR teams, university faculty, and students engaged in environmental and sustainability studies


Course Objectives

Participants will:

  • Understand the global framework and significance of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

  • Learn how the UAE’s national initiatives support the SDGs within key sectors, including business, industry, environment, and community

  • Explore the UAE regulatory framework on sustainability and the importance of adherence for organizational success and growth

  • Identify strategies to align corporate practices with sustainable development and regulatory standards

  • Gain insight into creating collaborative public-private partnerships to accelerate sustainability efforts


What You Will Learn

  • The Sustainable Development Goals and their relevance for corporations

  • How UAE’s specific regulations and National Agenda 2030 support SDG achievement

  • Practical approaches for applying sustainable practices within UAE companies

  • Ways in which the private sector can contribute to national and global sustainability efforts

  • The role of innovation, governance, and academic partnerships in advancing sustainable development


Course Modules


Module 1: Introduction to the SDGs

  • Overview of the SDGs and their global significance

  • The history and evolution of sustainable development (from the Rio+20 Summit to the SDGs adoption in 2015)

  • Key themes of the SDGs: environmental, social, economic, and partnerships


Module 2: UAE’s National Agenda 2030 and SDG Integration

  • Introduction to the UAE's commitment to the SDGs and the National Committee on SDGs

  • UAE Vision 2021: UAE’s roadmap for sustainable development aligned with the SDGs

  • Key regulatory bodies and frameworks supporting sustainability in the UAE (e.g., Ministry of Economy, Ministry of Foreign Affairs)


Module 3: Sustainable Development Planning and Compliance in the UAE

  • Strategies for UAE companies to develop Sustainable Development Plans

  • “Backcasting” methodologies and adapting SDG targets to corporate goals

  • Practical tips for compliance and regulatory adherence


Module 4: Technology and Innovation for Sustainable Development in the UAE

  • Role of technology in sustainable growth, including renewable energy and digitalization

  • Government-backed innovation programs and incentives for sustainable practices

  • Case studies of UAE companies applying technology to meet SDG targets


Module 5: Governance and Public-Private Partnerships in Achieving the SDGs

  • Importance of good governance and global cooperation in the UAE's sustainable development efforts

  • UAE’s framework for promoting corporate accountability and community engagement

  • Public-private partnerships: Benefits and examples within the UAE


Module 6: Role of Businesses in the UAE’s Sustainability Agenda

  • Understanding corporate roles in achieving SDGs (e.g., responsible production, decent work)

  • UAE policies and incentives for companies adopting sustainable practices (e.g., UAE Circular Economy Policy)

  • Practical tools for CSR teams to design and implement sustainable programs aligned with national goals


Module 7: Education and Knowledge Exchange: Universities and the SDGs

  • How UAE universities drive SDG-related innovation and research

  • The role of academia in fostering a sustainability-focused workforce and collaborations with businesses

  • Success stories: UAE universities’ contributions to national and international SDG progress


Module 8: Case Studies and Success Stories

  • Examining UAE’s progress toward specific SDGs (e.g., Gender Equality, Economic Growth, Reduced Inequalities)

  • Analysis of UAE companies successfully integrating SDG strategies into operations

  • Lessons learned from UAE-based initiatives on building sustainable, competitive business practices


At a Glance

  • Institution: BiLMARUF Training

  • Subject: Corporate Sustainability and UAE Regulations

  • Level: Intermediate


Location & Duration

  • Location: 5-Star Hotel, Downtown Dubai

  • Duration: 3 Days, In-Person

  • Dates: To be confirmed upon registration


Skills Developed

  • Strategic Planning for Sustainable Development

  • Corporate Sustainability and Regulatory Compliance

  • SDG Implementation Techniques

  • Partnership and Stakeholder Engagement for Sustainable Growth


Certification: Participants will receive a course completion certificate from BiLMARUF Training.


This 3-day course offers an actionable framework for UAE companies to align with the Sustainable Development Goals, with a clear focus on regulatory compliance and sustainability innovation specific to the UAE.

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