We are proud to share that two project management business cases authored by CBISS members have been published by SAGE Publications as part of the internationally recognised SAGE Business Cases collection.

These cases go beyond documenting student projects — they demonstrate how structured project management can drive meaningful sustainability outcomes in real-world settings.

We are especially pleased to recognise Aartee Geshwaree Huzooree and Melina Doargajudhur, CBISS members and co-authors of these publications, whose work reflects the Centre’s commitment to impactful, practice-oriented research and responsible management education.

Why This Matters Beyond Academia

Although developed for teaching purposes, these cases are highly relevant to industry, public sector organisations, and sustainability leaders.

Both cases focus on sustainability initiatives aligned with Scotland’s Net Zero ambitions and explore:

• Stakeholder engagement across multiple interest groups

• Budget constraints and risk management

• Communication strategy and awareness-building

• Planning and execution under time pressure

• Measuring impact and evaluating project outcomes

These are not abstract theoretical discussions. They mirror the real challenges organisations face when navigating ESG targets, climate commitments, governance pressures, and organisational change.

For industry leaders and project professionals, these cases offer:

• Insight into how emerging professionals approach sustainability challenges

• Practical examples of applying project management frameworks to environmental initiatives

• Lessons in cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder alignment

• A clear reminder that successful sustainability transformation requires structured delivery — not just ambition

In many organisations, sustainability goals falter not because of lack of intent, but because of weak execution frameworks. These cases illustrate how disciplined project governance, risk management, and stakeholder coordination can bridge the gap between strategic commitment and measurable impact.

The Prestige of SAGE Business Cases

Publication within SAGE Publications signals academic rigour, global visibility, and strong pedagogical value. SAGE Business Cases are widely adopted by universities and business schools internationally, providing classroom-ready materials grounded in real-world complexity.

By featuring within this collection, these cases will support teaching, executive education, and professional development across global institutions.

This milestone strengthens CBISS’s international research footprint and reinforces our contribution to responsible management education and sustainability leadership.

What These Cases Tell Us About the Future of Project Management

At CBISS, we see these publications as part of a broader conversation about the evolving role of project management in society.

Three key reflections emerge:

1. Sustainability is now a core project competency.
Project managers increasingly operate in environments shaped by ESG reporting, carbon reduction targets, regulatory scrutiny, and stakeholder accountability.

2. Experiential learning builds industry-ready capability.
Real-world sustainability challenges provide deeper learning than purely theoretical instruction, strengthening analytical, leadership, and problem-solving skills.

3. Collaboration drives transformation.
Whether in universities or corporations, sustainability outcomes depend on coordinated action across diverse stakeholders, departments, and external partners.

For organisations, these cases can serve as valuable discussion tools for leadership development programmes, sustainability workshops, PMO reflection sessions, and strategy alignment exercises. They provide structured scenarios that encourage teams to critically examine execution risks, governance mechanisms, communication strategies, and impact measurement approaches.

From Research to Real-World Impact

These publications reinforce CBISS’s role as a hub for research at the intersection of:

• Business

• Innovation

• Sustainability

• Project leadership

We invite industry partners, practitioners, and researchers to connect with CBISS, explore collaboration opportunities, and engage with our growing portfolio of sustainability-focused scholarship.

By bridging academic insight and practical delivery, we continue working toward more sustainable societies — not only through ideas, but through structured, accountable action.

Business case: Scotland Net Zero Target Awareness Campaign

Business case: Project Management for a Greener Tomorrow: The Journey Toward Net Zero