Resilient Sustainable Business “RSB” Program

This SME-focused curriculum emphasizes profitable and resilient sustainable business practices. It covers fundamental principles and guides participants in integrating sustainability into operations, supply chains, and marketing. Modules will explore financial sustainability, compliance, innovation, social responsibility,and impact measurement, leveraging existing B Lab tools.

The program encourages practical application through case studies, workshops, and expert insights. Participants develop a customized action plan for sustainability, contributing to profitability and resilience while leveraging B Lab tools for holistic impact assessment.

Who is the Resilient Sustainable Business(RSB) Program intended for?

B Lab is a beacon for transformative change in the global economy, championing inclusive, equitable, and regenerative principles. With over 9,100 certified B Corporations worldwide and a robust educational tool, the B Impact Measurement (BIA), B Lab has made substantial strides. Today B Lab Africa is proud to offer Small and Medium Enterprises a way forward towards a Profitable, Resilient & Sustainable Business.

What is included in the Program?

Our vision is for SMEs to be leaders in running and growing Profitable, Resilient & Sustainable Businesses. Together we can create an inclusive, equitable and regenerative economic system for all people and the planet.

Training Programme

Introduction to Sustainable and Profitable Business Practices
Module 1: Financial Literacy and Sustainable Financial Management
Module 2: Business Strategy and Market Positioning
Module 3: Access to Finance, Investment Readiness, and Profitability
Module 4: Operational Excellence and Process Improvement
Module 5: Marketing, Sales Strategies, and Customer Loyalty
Module 6: Human Resources Management and Employee Well-being
Module 7: Technology Adoption for Business Resilience
Module 8: Risk Management, Resilience Planning, and Sustainability
Module 9: Compliance, Standards, and Action Planning
Module 10: Impact & Sustainability

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Network & Learn with Other SMEs

Each program sees the community of RSB grow. During and on completing the course, participants can connect with a network of like minded entrepreneurs The curriculum concludes with a final project, which will lead to starting the process for B Corp Certification