Introduction:

The adoption of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles is often driven by the influence of investors and customers. An increasing number of institutional and private investors, from both developed and emerging markets, consider ESG risks as a crucial factor for evaluating their portfolio companies. Those companies that excel in ESG are better positioned for the future, with greater opportunities to adapt their products and services to meet the demands of a global consumer base that seeks environmental protection, respect for human rights, and corporate transparency. Globally, the integration of ESG into the decision-making processes of financial institutions is on the rise and is expected to grow further in the post-Covid economy, as studies have revealed that companies with high ESG ratings performed better than their competitors during the crisis. The purpose of this course is to explain the ESG fundamentals, its impact on businesses, and how it contributes to organizational strategy.

Language: English
Duration of Training: 2 days

Learning Outcomes:


This course aims to equip participants with the following:
• Explain and understand the objectives of ESG adoption
• Highlight the significance of ESG, including identifying drivers and challenges for businesses
• Understand the process of building an effective ESG strategy
• Draft a compelling narrative related to a company’s ESG performance
• Identify and explain the types of ESG data required for addressing 'E', 'S', and 'G' disclosures
• Implement a process for identifying an organization's impacts and determining material topics
• Navigate and interpret common voluntary ESG reporting frameworks, such as ISSB, TCFD, and GRI.

Target Audience

For individuals involved in planning, overseeing, or executing ESG and Sustainability risk mitigation, value addition, and reporting. It is also ideal for senior managers seeking a comprehensive understanding of ESG prior to their involvement in these strategic activities.

Course Outline:

    • Day 1
      • 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
        • Understanding ESG Fundamentals
        • Defining the ESG Framework & Criteria
        • Identifying Material ESG (Environment) Criteria
        • Exploring ESG Drivers
      • 1:00 pm -2:00 pm Lunch
      • 2:00 pm -5:00 pm
        • Recognizing and Addressing Challenges
        • Assessing ESG risks and opportunities
        • Identifying Material ESG (Social & Governance) Criteria
        • Integrating ESG Criteria into Business Strategy
      • 5:00 pm End of Day 1
    • Day 2
      • 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
        • How to build an ESG strategy
        • Understanding ESG trends and strategy
        • Defining materiality, risk, and opportunities
        • Setting ESG Goals, KPIs, and planning
        • ESG Implementation
        • ESG Disclosure of performance
        • Sustainability Governance
      • 1:00 pm -2:00 pm Lunch
      • 2:00 pm -5:00 pm
        • Materiality Assessment
        • Reporting Selected Indicators
        • Performance Targets
        • Performance Data Table
        • Statement Of Assurance
      • 5:00 pm End of Course

Learning Methodology:

This course is highly interactive and utilizes various methodologies, including group discussions, case
studies, role play, indoor games, video presentations, participant presentations, and group and
individual challenges (where applicable).