ESG Certification Course

Module 1: Introduction to ESG and CSR Fundamentals

• Evolution and impact of ESG and CSR
• Global frameworks: UN SDGs, GRI, SASB, ISO 26000, TCFD
• Synergies and differences between ESG and CSR
• Stakeholder roles in driving sustainable change

Module 2: Environmental Sustainability Strategies

• Environmental risk and compliance
• Climate change impact on operations
• Laws, reporting, and sustainability strategies
• Case studies on environmental leadership

Module 3: Role of CSR in Modern Business

• CSR vs. mandatory ESG compliance
• Business ethics and social responsibility
• Community-focused CSR initiatives
• Activity: Design a CSR program for a local impact project

Module 4: Social Responsibility & Stakeholder Engagement

• Employee wellbeing, DEI strategies, and community outreach
• Mapping and managing key stakeholders
• Engagement strategies and trust-building

Module 5: Governance, Compliance & Ethical Practices

• Corporate governance principles and structures
• ESG risk management and compliance obligations
• Board responsibilities and accountability
• GRI, CDP, and sustainability disclosures

Module 6: ESG and CSR Reporting and Communication

• Reporting frameworks and standards
• Digital communication tools and strategies
• Crisis communication and transparency
• Crafting compelling sustainability reports

Module 7: CSR Strategy and Implementation

• Aligning CSR with business objectives
• CSR KPIs and success metrics (e.g. SROI)
• Impact measurement tools
• Workshop: Build a CSR strategy for a case company

Module 8: Integrating ESG and CSR into Business Strategy

• Unified ESG/CSR approach for business planning
• Leveraging innovation and tech for ESG impact
• Planning for future risks and global shifts

Module 9: Future Trends and Action Planning

• Green finance and sustainable investment
• AI, blockchain, and data in ESG reporting
• Long-term goal setting
• Activity: Build a practical ESG/CSR roadmap