University of Southampton Business School

International Professional Sustainability Training

This course is uniquely designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge needed to achieve GRI-certified sustainability professional status, highly sought after by most of global companies.

As a proud GRI-certified training partner, the University of Southampton Business School offers a comprehensive curriculum focused on the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) standards.

You will engage with essential topics, including corporate sustainability practices, reporting frameworks, and UN sustainable development goals (SDG).

The course combines theoretical insights with interactive, hands-on learning experiences, allowing you to apply your knowledge through practical case studies and collaborative activities

By completing this training, you will receive participation certificates from both GRI and the University of Southampton.

The training courses will not only deepen our understanding of GRI standards but also enhance your employability, positioning you as a leader in promoting sustainability within organisations.

We look forward to your active participation and are committed to supporting your journey towards GRI professional status and a more sustainable future.

Cancellation Policy

Cancellations should be submitted via email to Dr Pingli Li at p.li@soton.ac.uk

• Application deadline (with full payment):  15 March 2026
• A full refund will be issued for cancellations made before 15 April 2026.
• A £1200 administrative fee will be charged for cancellations received between 15 April and 30 June 2026.
• No refunds will be issued for cancellations made after 30 June 2026.  

Please note: This course is subject to a minimum number of participants. If the required numbers are not reached, the course may not proceed. In that case, all payments will be fully refunded.

Payment using the Online Store can only be completed via Visa and Mastercard Credit/Debit Card or PayPal.  AMEX is not accepted.
If you have not previously created an account for the Online Store, you will need to create an account to make a payment.

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This Responsible AI Workshop, delivered in collaboration between University of Southampton Business School (USBS) and Business in the Community (BITC), brings together leading academics and industry experts to explore how Responsible AI principles can be operationalised across business functions.

Our USBS academic speakers will address Responsible AI in:

• Leadership
• Innovation
• Strategy
• Finance

Our industry speakers will be introducing BITC’s Responsible AI Framework and responsible AI practices in complex organisations.

The workshop will conclude with a cross-sector panel discussion featuring two academic and two industry leaders, offering practical insights into entrepreneurship, implementation challenges, and future directions.

This event is designed to move beyond theory, equipping organisations with frameworks, questions, and tools to embed Responsible AI into strategy and practice.

Lunch and refreshments are included in a £29 attendance fee.

Key Takeaways for Participants

By the end of the workshop, participants will:

• Gain sector-specific insights (project leadership and delivery, innovation, strategy, finance)
• Explore practical governance frameworks, including BITC’s Responsible AI Framework
• Engage directly with researchers and practitioners shaping Responsible AI practice
• Leave with actionable steps to strengthen your organisation’s AI governance

What We Expect from Participants

This workshop is designed to be interactive and collaborative. We encourage participants to:

• Actively engage in discussions and activities
• Share experiences and challenges
• Contribute critical and practical questions
• Reflect on how Responsible AI applies within your own context
• Ask your AI challenges directly to our expert panel and receive focused, practical insights.

Location: Boldrewood Innovation Campus, Building 175, Room 2009

Payment using the Online Store can only be completed via Visa and Mastercard Credit/Debit Card or PayPal.  AMEX is not accepted.
If you have not previously created an account for the Online Store, you will need to create an account to make a booking.

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