Apply for CSR

Step 1

Apply for CSR

The 2012-2013 cycle is now underway

Applications are being accepted for the 2013-2014 cycle.

Step 2

Approved Applicants Register to Reserve Your Place in CSR

The nonrefundable application fee of $100 is required to reserve your place in CSR.

A $100.00 non-refundable application fee ensures enrolment in the program.

This payment will be deducted from tuition payable by successful applicants

CSR: Contact Information

Tel: (416) 926-7254
Fax: (416) 926-7287
ce.stmikes@utoronto.ca

Program Overview

Certificate in Corporate Social Responsibility

The Certificate in Corporate Social Responsibility is presented by the University of St. Michael's College, Continuing Education in the University of Toronto in partnership with the Conference Board of Canada

CSR Program: 11 days (77 hours) -- on campus, plus online and teleconference participation

CSR Module Dates for 2012-2013

2012-2013 cycle now underway

  • Module 1: October 24-26, 2012
  • Module 2: May 6-10, 2013
  • Module 3: Early November, 2013
    (to be confirmed)

CSR Module Dates for 2013-2014:

2013-2014 Cycle – Applications now being accepted 

  • Module 1: October 23-25, 2013.
  • Module 2:  May 5- 9 2014
  • Module 3: November 4-6, 2014
    (to be confirmed)

Certificate Requirements

The Certificate in Corporate Social Responsibility is awarded by the University of St. Michael's College to candidates who participate in a total of three on campus sessions (total eleven days), who attend one additional conference or workshop (of their choice), and who successfully complete a number of assignments, both written and oral. 

Sessions are held on the campus of the University of Toronto, at St. Michael's College, located in mid-town Toronto. (Hotel accommodation is available nearby. Course materials, refreshment breaks (including lunch and several dinners) are included in course fee.

Who Should Attend?

Executives, managers, consultants and other key individuals involved in strategic planning, public affairs, community investment, environmental sustainability, human resources, compliance and ethics; directors of not for profit agencies and foundations; public sector leaders and managers.

Program Outcomes

The CSR Program will enable participants to:

  • Appreciate the complexity of CSR in the context of today's global environment
  • Consider the evolution of CSR from margin to mainstream
  • Articulate an understanding of CSR
  • Integrate CSR into strategic planning
  • Acquire skills and techniques for leading organizational change
  • Become part of a community of ongoing learning

CSR Program

Module 1


Discussion 
continues online

Module 2


Online 
discussion

Module 3

3 days in the fall of each year

On campus, in Toronto

5 days in May 
of the following year

On campus, in Toronto

3 days in September

On campus, in Toronto

Foundational Principles

Experience CSR

Ethics

Human Rights

Community Investment

Environment

Employee Relations

Media Relations

Integrating theory and practice

Leadership

Governance

Affective learning

Curriculum Highlights

Discussion, simulation and role play will introduce participants to the foundational principles of Corporate Social Responsibility.  In a small group (maximum 15 students admitted each year) we will consider the language and  evolution of CSR and will discuss, together with invited experts,  governance,  measurement and recent international CSR surveys.  For one day of the session, participants will engage in an award winning web-based simulation entitledExperienceCSR.

Attendance at Conference or Workshop: Between October and September of the following year, participants should participate in a conference or workshop related to any aspect of CSR. Location and topic to be selected by the participant.

  

During the final session of the program, the elements of CSR are considered in integrated fashion, with particular focus on the role of leadership and governance.