School of Business Environment (SBE) is a specialised vertical within IICA promoting the responsible business conduct focusing on the forward-looking areas of Environmental-Social-Governance (ESG), Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), Sustainable Finance, Business & Biodiversity Conservation, Business and Human Rights, Responsible Trade, Non-Financial Reporting & Audit and other aligned areas. The School has been providing technical expertise to various Ministries and Agencies of the Govt. of India, State Governments, Corporates, Board Members, professionals and other stakeholders through the research studies, policy inputs and advocacy, advisory services, academic programmes, customised capacity building programmes etc.

Few of the important contribution of the School includes developing the National Guidelines on Responsible Business Conduct (NGRBC), Zero Draft of National Action Plan (NAP) on Business & Human Rights, and technical inputs to the High Level Committees on Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) for the Ministry of Corporate Affairs. Centre for Responsible Business Advisory (CRBA) Services is nested within the School of Business Environment (SoBE), IICA to facilitate the adoption of responsible business conduct and ESG Framework to the public and private corporations. Centre for Business & Human Rights helps corporate professionals build the specific knowledge and capabilities they need to incorporate business and human rights strategies into actions.

Mission

At the heart of our mission lies a commitment to research, capacity building, and advocacy. Through these pillars, we aim to catalyse positive and enduring transformations within the corporate world, ultimately contributing to a more responsible, ethical, and sustainable business environment. Our capacity-building initiatives are designed to empower government officials, corporate leaders, and professionals.

Vision

To be the global leader in advancing sustainable business practices, setting the highest standards in Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) excellence, Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), Business and Human Rights (BHR), and Responsible Business through pioneering research, capacity - building, and collaborations, thereby shaping a brighter and more responsible future for businesses, planet and society.

Motto

व्यावसाियक पयार्वरण संस्थान: समृद्ध समाज योगः
This motto encapsulates the essence of the School of Business Environment at the Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs, emphasizing the harmonious union ("Yogaḥ") between business prosperity ("Samṛddhi") and societal well-being ("Samāje"), all within an environmentally conscious framework ("Vyāvāsayika Paryāvaraṇasaṁsthāne").