Symbiosis Centre for Distance Learning Launches Certificate Course in CSR for Practitioners

Certificate Course in CSR for Practitioners

Pune: In a move to empower professionals shaping the future of ethical business practices, the Symbiosis Centre for Distance Learning (SCDL) has launched its Certificate Course in CSR for Practitioners (CCCSRP).

This six-month program is designed to strengthen capabilities in Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), sustainable development, and social impact leadership.

With CSR becoming an integral part of corporate governance and stakeholder engagement, this certificate course provides a comprehensive curriculum that blends academic knowledge with real-world application.

It caters to professionals in CSR roles, corporate sustainability teams, NGOs, and anyone committed to driving social change through corporate initiatives.

Key Features of the Certificate Course in CSR for Practitioners:
  • Duration: 6 months
  • Eligibility: Graduates from any recognized university
  • Learning Mode: Distance learning with practical assignments
  • Capstone Project: Evaluation based on a real-world CSR initiative

Course Modules Include:

  • Fundamentals of CSR Ethics and Governance
  • CSR Policy, Planning, and Compliance
  • CSR Project Implementation and Impact Measurement
  • CSR Auditing, Taxation, and Community Engagement
  • Stakeholder Communication and Future Trends in CSR

“The Certificate Course in CSR for Practitioners is aimed at building a new generation of socially conscious leaders who understand how to align business growth with community impact,” said an official spokesperson from SCDL. “With this course, we’re addressing the growing need for trained CSR professionals in an era where sustainability is a key driver of business value.”

Career Opportunities for CCCSRP Graduates:

  • CSR Manager
  • ESG Analyst
  • Sustainability Consultant
  • Public Affairs Manager
  • CSR Policy Analyst
  • Social Impact Consultant
  • Ethical Sourcing and Compliance Specialist
  • CSR Educator or Researcher

The course prepares learners to conceptualize, implement, and evaluate CSR programs while staying compliant with national and international guidelines. It also enhances participants’ understanding of stakeholder communication, funding strategies, and ethical leadership.

Admissions Open Now

Graduates from any stream can apply. To learn more or register, visit the official Symbiosis Centre for Distance Learning (SCDL) website.

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  • Salil Urunkar

    Salil Urunkar is a senior journalist and the editorial mind behind Sahyadri Startups. With years of experience covering Pune’s entrepreneurial rise, he’s passionate about telling the real stories of founders, disruptors, and game-changers.

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