Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Training

Build ESG Capability at the Board and Senior Management Level 

One Island Consultancy runs practical, expert-led ESG training programmes in Malaysia for board members, senior management and professionals responsible for ESG strategy, risk oversight and sustainability reporting.

Bursa Malaysia's enhanced sustainability disclosure requirements and rising stakeholder expectations mean organisations need leadership that is ready to act with clarity. Our ESG courses give boards and management teams the context and confidence needed to embed sustainability into governance and corporate strategy.

Our ESG Awareness Training

1. Sustainability Awareness for Board Members (1 Day)

This full-day programme equips board members with the insights and tools needed to navigate the evolving sustainability landscape and strengthen board-level oversight of ESG risks and opportunities.

Course Objectives:

  • Introduce the concept of sustainability at board level
  • Identify key elements in sustainability reporting
  • Interpret Bursa Malaysia's amended listing requirements
  • Understand sustainability principles in business strategy
  • Promote awareness of board responsibilities in ESG oversight
  • Explore implementation of board structures to support sustainability integration
  • Recognise the long-term value of ESG for business success
  • Guide board members in setting ESG targets and monitoring progress

Duration: 1 Day
Target Audience: Board Members, Senior Management

2. Sustainability Awareness for Board Members (0.5 Day)

This concise half-day training raises ESG awareness among board members, focusing on the ESG pillars, Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the challenges of integration.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Understand the relevance of ESG for long-term business performance
  • Gain clarity on Bursa's sustainability reporting requirements
  • Recognise the potential benefits of ESG adoption for the organisation and its stakeholders

Duration: Half Day
Target Audience: Board Members, Senior Management

3. Environmental, Social, Governance (ESG) Introduction

This introductory course offers a solid foundation in ESG principles for leaders and professionals who are new to ESG or supporting sustainability initiatives within their organisations.

Course Objectives:

  • Understand the components of ESG and their business implications
  • Learn about global ESG trends and local regulatory drivers
  • Explore ESG metrics, frameworks and disclosures
  • Understand ESG's role in risk management and governance
  • Discover first steps toward ESG integration

Learning Outcomes:

  • Define ESG and its strategic relevance
  • Identify ESG risks and opportunities
  • Recognise ESG as a value-creation tool
  • Build readiness for internal ESG discussions and implementation

Duration: Half Day
Target Audience: Senior Executives, ESG Teams, Strategy Leads

Eligible programmes may be claimable under HRD Corp's SBL Khas scheme, subject to employer eligibility and programme approval. Delivery can be arranged in-house, publicly or online, and a completion certificate is provided for applicable courses.

 

Our ESG Awareness Training Methodology 

All our ESG training in Malaysia is delivered using executive-friendly methods to suit senior-level participants.

- Short, focused presentations with real-world ESG case studies

- Interactive discussions and group engagement

- Q&A sessions tailored to participant challenges and sectors

Skills Focus Areas of ESG Awareness Training

Our ESG training sharpens the skills essential for effective sustainability practice. The training covers:

 

Sustainability & ESG Knowledge

A solid understanding of environmental, social and governance principles and their relevance to your business.

Readiness Assessment

Evaluating your organisation's preparedness for integrating ESG practices.

Sustainability Framework

Building and implementing a robust framework for sustainability within your organisation.

Materiality Assessment

Identifying and prioritising the ESG issues that are most significant to your business.

Risk
Management

Developing strategies to manage and mitigate ESG-related risks effectively.

Sustainability Action Plan

Creating actionable plans to drive sustainability initiatives and track progress.

Reporting Frameworks

Mastering the reporting frameworks used to communicate ESG performance transparently.

Who Needs to Attend the ESG Awareness Training in Malaysia?

ESG training from One Island Consultancy is built for professionals who want to champion sustainable practice inside their organisations. This training suits:

Business leaders and executives

Sustainability managers and coordinators

Risk and compliance officers

Investors and financial analysts

HR and governance teams

Any professional responsible for sustainability and ethical practice within their organisation

The Benefits of ESG Awareness Training for Your Business

These benefits apply differently depending on where a business sits in the reporting chain. Listed issuers are usually focused on meeting Bursa Malaysia's disclosure requirements, assurance-ready data and consistent reporting, while supply-chain SMEs are more often responding to ESG questionnaires and carbon-data requests from multinational or listed customers. One Island scopes the training and consultancy work to the reporting requirement, customer request and data already available inside the organisation.

ESG Implementation for SMEs

Implementing Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) practices is a significant move for SMEs seeking sustainable growth and long-term value.

One Island's 15-step ESG framework guides businesses through clear, actionable steps, from assessment and goal setting to transparency, social impact and innovation.

The same framework also gives ESG reporting a stronger foundation when it draws on data an organisation already collects. Businesses that hold ISO 14001 environmental management certification often already track waste, energy and emissions, while ISO 9001 quality management supports the document control and internal audits that ESG evidence relies on.

 

ESG Engagement Highlight

We are honoured to share that our Director, Ms Jun, was invited as a distinguished speaker at the UMW Vendor Excellence Programme 2024, held at the Concorde Hotel, Shah Alam.

Her presentation, titled "Value Creation in the Global Supply Chain," explored the critical role of ISO standards and the increasing relevance of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles in driving sustainable value throughout the supply chain.

Why Choose One Island Consultancy? 

ESG Awareness Training

One Island Consultancy gives businesses actionable ESG insight built around Malaysian regulations and global sustainability benchmarks.

Regulatory Readiness

Guidance on Bursa Malaysia's sustainability reporting and ESG compliance requirements.

 

Trusted by Industry Leaders

A track record of supporting businesses across sectors.

What Our Clients Say About One Island Consultancy 

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Frequently Asked Questions About ESG Awareness Training

Answers to common questions about course duration, HRD Corp eligibility, supplier reporting and ESG data preparation.

1What Is ESG Awareness Training?
ESG awareness training introduces employees and business leaders to environmental, social and governance principles. It explains how ESG issues can influence business risks, stakeholder expectations, corporate decisions and sustainability reporting.
2What Topics Are Covered in ESG Awareness Training?
Common topics include climate and environmental impact, employee welfare, workplace practices, business ethics, anti-corruption controls, governance responsibilities, materiality and sustainability disclosures. The final course content should reflect the organisation’s industry and participant roles.
3Who Should Attend ESG Awareness Training?
Board members, senior management, sustainability teams, risk officers, HR personnel, procurement teams and department heads can attend. General employee sessions may also be arranged to explain how daily responsibilities support the organisation’s ESG objectives.
4 Why Is ESG Training Important for Employees?
Employees need clear guidance on how their decisions, records and work practices affect ESG performance. Training also helps staff recognise sustainability risks, inaccurate claims, weak data and conduct that may conflict with company policies.
5How Can ESG Training Help Malaysian Companies?
ESG training can prepare Malaysian companies for customer assessments, supply-chain requirements, sustainability reporting and board-level oversight. Listed organisations may also use training to strengthen their understanding of Bursa Malaysia’s sustainability disclosure expectations. Environmental teams may also align this work with ISO 14001 training in Malaysia.
6 Does ESG Awareness Training Cover Reporting Frameworks?
Course content may introduce relevant reporting frameworks, materiality concepts and ESG performance indicators. Detailed reporting or technical data preparation may require a separate workshop designed for sustainability and finance teams.
7Can ESG Training Be Customised for Our Industry?
Yes. One Island can tailor examples, exercises and learning objectives around the organisation’s sector, ESG risks, stakeholder expectations and current level of readiness. Contact One Island to discuss an industry-specific programme.
8What Should Participants Be Able to Do After ESG Training?
Participants should be able to explain the core ESG pillars, identify material risks and understand their role in supporting company initiatives. Management participants may also develop clearer priorities, responsibilities and initial ESG action plans.

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