Social Responsibility Lead Implementer
In today’s socially conscious business environment, the LICQual ISO 26000:2010 Social Responsibility Lead Implementer course equips learners with the knowledge and skills to implement and manage social responsibility initiatives effectively. This qualification enables learners to guide organisations in aligning with internationally recognised principles that positively impact society, the environment, and stakeholders.
ISO 26000:2010 provides guidance for organisations to operate in a socially responsible manner, covering human rights, labour practices, environmental protection, fair operating practices, consumer issues, and community engagement. Although non-certifiable, it supports learners in integrating social responsibility principles into organisational strategies and operations.
Learners will gain expertise in the seven core subjects of ISO 26000, developing action plans, engaging stakeholders, and ensuring initiatives reflect ethical and sustainable practices. By completing this course, learners are empowered to lead social responsibility efforts, enhance organisational reputation, foster stakeholder trust, and contribute meaningfully to sustainable and ethical business practices worldwide.
Course Overview
Qualification Title
LICQual ISO 26000:2010 Social Responsibility Lead Implementer
Total Units
6
Total Credits
40
GLH
120
Qualification #
LICQ2200130
Qualification Specification
To enrol in the LICQual ISO 26000:2010 Social Responsibility Lead Implementer course, applicants should meet the following criteria:
- Age Requirement: Applicants must be at least 16 years old.
- Educational Background: A basic level of education, typically equivalent to a high school diploma or equivalent, is required.
- Professional Experience: Professional experience in a management or leadership role is required.
- English Language Proficiency: Applicants should have a sufficient level of English language proficiency.
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Qualification# |
Unit Title |
Credits |
GLH |
|---|---|---|---|
|
LICQ2200130-1 |
Introduction to ISO 26000 |
8 |
24 |
|
LICQ2200130-2 |
Core Subjects of Social Responsibility |
8 |
24 |
|
LICQ2200130-3 |
Stakeholder Identification and Engagement |
6 |
18 |
|
LICQ2200130-4 |
Social Impact Assessment |
6 |
18 |
|
LICQ2200130-5 LICQ2200130-6 |
Integration of Social Responsibility Performance Measurement and Reporting |
6 6 |
18 18 |
By the end of this course, learners will be able to:
1. Introduction to ISO 26000
- Understand the purpose, scope, and structure of ISO 26000:2010 and its role in guiding social responsibility globally.
- Identify the principles and key concepts underpinning socially responsible practices.
- Recognize the global trends, regulations, and frameworks influencing social responsibility in various industries.
- Develop the ability to align organisational strategies with ISO 26000 principles for sustainable and ethical operations.
- Gain knowledge to communicate the importance of social responsibility effectively within an organisation.
2. Core Subjects of Social Responsibility
- Understand the seven core subjects of ISO 26000, including human rights, labour practices, environment, fair operating practices, consumer issues, and community involvement.
- Analyze how each core subject impacts organisational strategy, risk management, and stakeholder relations.
- Apply ISO 26000 principles to assess current organisational practices and identify areas for improvement.
- Develop strategies to integrate core subjects into daily operations, decision-making, and corporate culture.
- Gain skills to guide teams in implementing ethical, responsible, and sustainable initiatives.
3. Stakeholder Identification and Engagement
- Identify internal and external stakeholders relevant to organisational social responsibility objectives.
- Understand stakeholder expectations, needs, and influence on organisational strategy.
- Develop practical stakeholder engagement strategies that align with ISO 26000 guidance.
- Gain skills to foster collaborative relationships and maintain transparent communication with stakeholders.
- Evaluate stakeholder feedback to drive continuous improvement in social responsibility initiatives.
4. Social Impact Assessment
- Understand the methodology for assessing the social, environmental, and economic impacts of organisational activities.
- Analyze potential risks and opportunities arising from social responsibility initiatives.
- Develop action plans to mitigate negative impacts and enhance positive contributions to society.
- Apply tools to measure the effectiveness of social responsibility projects and programs.
- Gain the ability to report assessment results to stakeholders, supporting transparency and accountability.
5. Integration of Social Responsibility
- Develop strategies to embed social responsibility into organisational policies, procedures, and decision-making processes.
- Align social responsibility initiatives with corporate strategy, culture, and operational objectives.
- Gain skills to manage change and promote employee engagement in socially responsible practices.
- Understand how to integrate ISO 26000 principles across all departments, including supply chain and governance.
- Learn to create sustainable frameworks that ensure long-term commitment to ethical and responsible business practices.
6. Performance Measurement and Reporting
- Understand methods for monitoring, evaluating, and measuring social responsibility performance against ISO 26000 standards.
- Develop key performance indicators (KPIs) for social, environmental, and economic impact.
- Gain skills to prepare accurate, transparent, and internationally recognised social responsibility reports.
- Learn to communicate performance results to internal and external stakeholders effectively.
- Acquire the ability to use performance data for continuous improvement, ensuring compliance and organisational accountability.
This diploma is ideal for:
- CSR Managers: Responsible for developing, implementing, and managing corporate social responsibility initiatives within organizations, seeking to align business practices with societal expectations and stakeholder interests.
- Sustainability Managers: Overseeing sustainability strategies and initiatives within organizations, seeking to integrate social responsibility principles into sustainability frameworks and practices.
- Corporate Governance Specialists: Promoting ethical business practices, transparency, and accountability within organizations, and integrating social responsibility considerations into governance structures and decision-making processes.
- Human Resources Managers: Responsible for employee engagement, well-being, and development, seeking to foster a positive work environment, support diversity and inclusion, and promote social responsibility values among employees.
- Supply Chain Managers: Managing supplier relationships and procurement processes, seeking to ensure ethical sourcing practices, labor rights, and environmental sustainability throughout the supply chain.
Assessment and Verification
All units within this qualification are subject to internal assessment by the approved centre and external verification by LICQual. The qualification follows a criterion-referenced assessment approach, ensuring that learners meet all specified learning outcomes.
To achieve a ‘Pass’ in any unit, learners must provide valid, sufficient, and authentic evidence demonstrating their attainment of all learning outcomes and compliance with the prescribed assessment criteria. The Assessor is responsible for evaluating the evidence and determining whether the learner has successfully met the required standards.
Assessors must maintain a clear and comprehensive audit trail, documenting the basis for their assessment decisions to ensure transparency, consistency, and compliance with quality assurance requirements.