Hill Levene School of Business
Societal Impact
Business as a Force for Positive Change
At the Hill Levene School of Business, we believe that business has a critical role to play in shaping a better world. Our Societal Impact Mission reflects this belief:
We are committed to advancing community well-being and reducing inequalities through inclusive education, research, and professional engagement.
Grounded in our values and aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs) — particularly Goals 5, 8 and 10 — we aim to be a catalyst for inclusive and sustainable social progress. We aim to embed this mission in everything we do — from curriculum and research to partnerships and community action
At the Hill Levene School of Business, we are committed to advancing community well-being and reducing inequalities through inclusive education, research, and professional engagement.
Hill Levene School of Business
Societal Impact Mission
Commitment to PRME & the UN SDGs
The Hill Levene School of Business is proud to be Signatory Members of the Principles for Responsible Management Education (PRME) — a United Nations–supported initiative that works with business schools around the world to advance sustainable development through education, research, and leadership.
PRME is the world’s largest organized relationship between the United Nations and business schools, engaging more than 800 institutions worldwide. The initiative is grounded in six core principles that guide responsible management education in the areas of purpose, values, method, research, partnership, and dialogue.
As a PRME signatory, Hill Levene is dedicated to:
- Integrating sustainability, ethics, and inclusivity across our curriculum and learning experiences
- Supporting faculty development and research aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
- Encouraging dialogue and collaboration with global partners
- Reporting on our progress and impact as part of the PRME community
As part of this global community, we are committed to developing the next generation of responsible decision-makers who understand the social, environmental, and economic dimensions of business leadership. We are committed to aligning our teaching, research, and operations with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) — particularly:
- Goal 5: Achieve gender equality and empower all women and girls
- Goal 8: Promote sustained, inclusive and sustainable economic growth, full and productive employment and decent work for all
- Goal 10: Reduce inequality within and among countries
Societal Impact Priorities
At Hill Levene School of Business, our impact efforts focus on three interconnected areas. Across each priority, we track progress through measurable outcomes aligned with our Societal Impact Plan.
1. Research Impact
18
Publications related to impact mission
2
Research highlights in the popular press
In 2024, our research helped build stronger communities and tackle inequality. See the impact below.
2. Impact in the Classroom
17
Courses with DEI-I / well-being content
1,219
Students completed courses with DEI-I/well-being content
111
students completed 4 Seasons of Reconciliation*
Through our teaching in 2024, we empowered students to support stronger communities and help reduce inequalities.
* The 4 Seasons of Reconciliation is a free, online course that provides foundational knowledge on truth and reconciliation, Indigenous history, and colonial impacts—supporting the university’s commitment to reconciliation through education.
3. Impact in the Local Community
+ $500K
Raised by student teams for local community
15
Students completed micro credentials related to impact mission
5,446
Student volunteer hours
3
24-25 Community Projects by Enactus: Mintly, Lensx & Sustainspecs
In 2024, faculty, staff, and students engaged with the community through impactful programs, events, service, and initiatives that supported the School’s mission.