Creating Shared Value & Corporate Philanthropy Course
Move corporate giving from one-off donations to programmes that address social challenges while opening new market opportunities. This two-day creating shared value course in Malaysia applies Porter's CSV framework to inclusive products, value chain and local sourcing improvements, local cluster development and a plan to migrate existing CSR programmes to CSV models.

Course overview
This course guides foundation leads and CSR executives through the transition from traditional, transactional grantmaking to transformative Creating Shared Value (CSV) business strategies.
Programme: Corporate Philanthropy vs. Shared Value: Transitioning for 2030
Which course should I choose?
Choose Creating Shared Value & Corporate Philanthropy to move CSR from donations towards shared value through products, value chains, local clusters and reinvestment models. Strategic CSR & ESG Integration is CSR training across the wider agenda, including ESG materiality, social and carbon auditing, stakeholder governance and KPI reporting.
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Creating Shared Value & Corporate Philanthropy examines how CSR budgets and core business activities can create value for both communities and the company. CSR & Social Impact Communication is for PR and corporate affairs teams who build community relationships, co-design programmes with NGOs and communicate social impact without making the company the sole hero.
What you will learn
- Move from transactional donation models to sustainable, core-business-aligned impact.
- Design programs that solve societal challenges while opening new market opportunities.
- Optimize CSR budget allocation for higher societal and corporate returns.
Course outline
Explore the 8 modules covered in the programme. The sequence and emphasis can be tailored to participant needs.
Day 1 | Foundations and core skills
The Critique of Traditional Philanthropy
- Limitations of grantmaking, single-event donations, and checkbook CSR.
Principles of Creating Shared Value (CSV)
- Michael Porter’s framework applied to modern corporate challenges.
Re-imagining Products & Markets
- Designing inclusive products and services for underserved communities.
Redefining Value Chain Productivity
- Improving supply chain sustainability, fair trade, and local sourcing.
Day 2 | Application and action planning
Enabling Local Cluster Development
- Investing in local infrastructure, education, and industry ecosystem growth.
Transition Management & Stakeholder Buy-in
- Convincing boards, employees, and community partners to shift paradigms.
Financial Design & Reinvestment Loops
- Creating self-sustaining social enterprise models within corporate budgets.
Designing a Shared Value Transformation Plan
- Developing a roadmap to migrate existing CSR programs to CSV models.
Designing a Shared Value Transformation Plan
Trainer-led explanation and discussion connect the module topics to workplace application.
Who this course is for
CSR and sustainability professionals, corporate foundations, community engagement teams, NGO leaders and social-impact programme managers.
Before you join
Bring a learning objective and an anonymised example to discuss. Confirm any software accounts, equipment or other prerequisites with ISDS before booking.
How to join this Creating Shared Value & Corporate Philanthropy course in Malaysia
Looking for corporate philanthropy training that goes beyond grantmaking and checkbook CSR? It suits CSR and sustainability professionals, corporate foundations and community engagement teams, who leave with a shared value transformation roadmap and approaches for winning board, employee and community partner buy-in.
Kursus Penciptaan Nilai Bersama (CSV) dan Filantropi Korporat di Malaysia
Kursus 2 hari untuk profesional CSR dan kemampanan, yayasan korporat, pasukan penglibatan komuniti dan pemimpin NGO. Peserta menilai semula model derma tradisional, mereka bentuk produk inklusif untuk komuniti yang kurang mendapat perkhidmatan dan merangka pelan peralihan program CSR kepada model CSV. Kelas awam dan latihan dalaman boleh dibincangkan mengikut keperluan organisasi. Sila sahkan kelayakan HRD Corp (HRDF), pengaturan tuntutan, yuran dan tarikh dengan ISDS sebelum membuat tempahan.
Your trainer
Dr Jude Selvaraj Joseph
A master trainer and consultant with more than 25 years of corporate experience across education, hospitality, logistics and supply chain. His work connects leadership, people development and operational improvement.
Trainer availability is confirmed for each programme.
Get the full course brochure
View the full outline, learning outcomes and learning approach in the PDF, download a copy, or have it emailed to you.
Questions about Creating Shared Value & Corporate Philanthropy
How is creating shared value different from corporate philanthropy?
The course contrasts traditional grantmaking, single-event donations and checkbook CSR with Michael Porter's creating shared value framework. Shared value links social outcomes to the core business through inclusive products for underserved communities, more sustainable value chains and local cluster development. Participants then plan how to migrate existing CSR programmes to CSV models.
Who should attend Creating Shared Value & Corporate Philanthropy training?
CSR and sustainability professionals, corporate foundations, community engagement teams, NGO leaders and social-impact programme managers.
Who teaches the Creating Shared Value & Corporate Philanthropy course?
Dr Jude Selvaraj Joseph is the assigned trainer. Trainer availability is confirmed with your programme arrangements.
How is the course taught?
Trainer-led explanation and discussion connect the module topics to workplace application.
How long is the Creating Shared Value & Corporate Philanthropy course?
The course runs for 2 days. Ask ISDS about the next public session or an in-house schedule for your team.
Is the Creating Shared Value & Corporate Philanthropy course HRDF claimable?
Ask ISDS to confirm HRD Corp (formerly HRDF) eligibility and claim arrangements for this programme before booking. Where applicable, claims are arranged through our partner, Orange Revolution.
Will I receive a certificate for the Creating Shared Value & Corporate Philanthropy course?
Public-class participants receive a certificate of participation. Ask ISDS about certificate arrangements for in-house training.
How much does the Creating Shared Value & Corporate Philanthropy course cost?
Ask for a quotation or an in-house proposal. Share your course, team size and preferred dates, and we will confirm the format, fees, inclusions and any HRD Corp claim arrangements.
