Curriculum Innovation in Engineering: Integrating SDG and ESG for Future-Ready Technologists

Since technical advancement in electrical and electronics engineering must strike a balance between social responsibility, economic viability, and environmental preservation, sustainability management has emerged as an essential component in today's engineering education. The fourth (SDG 4) of the 17 Sustainable Development Goals is to ensure high-quality education and promote opportunities for lifelong learning, which is an essential component of sustainable development. The innovative integration of sustainability management concepts into engineering curricula, with an emphasis on the environmental, social, governance, and economic aspects, is presented in this paper. In this regard, the Sustainability Management course is one of the courses offered in the Bachelor of Electrical and Electronics Engineering Technology with Honours programme. It is seen as added value and at the same time raises awareness of the critical role of the younger generation in improving environmental sustainability. These days, the industry seeks graduates who can contribute to the long-term viability of their company's operations in addition to having technological expertise. Thus, the course adds value for UiTM graduates as they can catalyze shaping the future of sustainable management in Malaysia and throughout the world in addition to pursuing careers in the energy and technology sectors.

Sustainability, Management, Course, Technologist

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