(3BLMedia/theCSRfeed) April 19, 2010 - the Centre for Sustainability and Excellence (CSE) is launching its North American Sustainability and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Practitioner Certification Workshop, a unique two-day intensive program for executives and sustainability professionals to acquire the skills and competencies required to grow and to become Qualified CSR Practitioners. The workshop will be hosted by world-renowned sustainability pioneers and experts in San Francisco, CA on June 17 - 18, 2010. CSE has a global network of partners that have made them Europe’s leading sustainability and strategic consulting organization.

 The Sustainability (CSR) Practitioner’s workshop is certified by the Institute of Environmental Management and Assessment (IEMA), and is designed for all professionals responsible for the management of CSR, Marketing, and Public Relation activities. General Managers, Public Relations Managers and Sustainability and Environmental Professionals will advance their CSR understanding, acquire the skill and knowledge that will bring added value and authenticity to their company, and also earn an official business qualification.

 The ultimate goal of the CSE workshop in North America is to provide the tools and training that will instill the growing importance of Sustainability and corporate social responsibility into company strategy and also help demonstrate ethical business practices. This will in turn build corporate and community recognition in sustainable business through the examination of current best practices. With specialized, detailed and highly focused training, the CSE workshop will cover:

• CSR & Sustainable Development Concepts

• Global Warming & Climate Change Issues

• Future trends & legislation in the U.S. & Worldwide on Corporate Responsibility

• The Stakeholder Approach & CSR

• Green and Social Cause Related Marketing

•   CSR Communication & Sustainability Reporting

• Global Standards/Models/Guidelines & Tools for practical CSR integration (GRI, UN Global Compact, EFQM)

• A CSR Action Plan for your organization (prerequisite for CSR practitioner Qualification)

To request additional information, contact David at info@cse-northamerica.org or visit the CSE website at www.cse-northamerica.org.