Organized and Delivered by: International Institute for Corporate Sustainability and Responsibility (IICSR) Group
Finesse Consults Ltd
Accredited by: International Institute for Corporate Sustainability and Responsibility (IICSR) Group
Course Content:
- Introduction to ESG and its importance in the business world
- ESG frameworks and standards (e.g. GRI, SASB, TCFD)
- Materiality assessment and ESG reporting
- Environmental stewardship and sustainability practices
- Social impact and stakeholder engagement
- Governance, ethics, and risk management
- ESG investment and portfolio management
- ESG performance measurement and benchmarking
- ESG Rating mechanisms and indices – MSCI, Sustainalytics
- Impact measurement
Learning Outcome: Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:
- Define ESG: Understand the core concepts of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) and their significance in the business world.
- Identify ESG Frameworks: Familiarize themselves with key ESG frameworks and standards such as GRI, SASB, and TCFD and their relevance to different industries.
- Conduct Materiality Assessments: Assess the most significant ESG issues for their organization and prioritize them for reporting and action.
- Implement ESG Practices: Develop and implement effective environmental stewardship, sustainability practices, and social impact initiatives.
- Engage Stakeholders: Build strong relationships with stakeholders and effectively communicate the organization’s ESG strategy and performance.
- Manage ESG Risks and Governance: Identify, assess, and mitigate ESG risks while promoting ethical business practices and strong governance.
- Understand ESG Investing: Learn about ESG investment principles, portfolio management strategies, and the role of ESG in financial decision-making.
- Measure ESG Performance: Utilize key metrics and benchmarks to assess and track the organization’s ESG performance.
- Navigate ESG Rating Mechanisms: Understand the methodologies and implications of ESG rating agencies like MSCI and Sustainalytics as well as impact measurement frameworks.
Targeted Audience:
- Individuals seeking to advance their knowledge and skills in ESG
- Sustainability managers and specialists
- Corporate social responsibility (CSR) professionals
- Investment and Finance professionals
- Government officials and policymakers
- Risk managers
- Compliance Officers
- Entrepreneurs
- Business Management Students and Academicians
Cohort Schedule and Delivery:
- Course Duration: 12 Weeks
- Mode of Delivery: Weekend virtual Instructor-led (on Zoom) classes on Saturday (3 Hours) and Sunday (3 hours)
- Course Project Presentation and Assessment
- Lecture Time: 08:30 AM to 11:30 AM Ugandan Time
- Recommended Private Study: A minimum of 2 Hours per week
- Inquire about our next intake: inquiries@finesseconsults.co
Facilitators:
- Mr. R Vidyanath
ESG Expert with 13 Years Experience, Senior ESG Faculty IICSR Group
LinkedIn Profile - Mr. Jangoo Dalal
Co-Founder GovEVA, with 34 Years of Experience
LinkedIn Profile - Mr. Prateek Patra
Expert in ESG and Impact, 16 Years of Experience
LinkedIn Profile - Mr. Narendra Tiwari
ESG Expert with 15 Years Experience
LinkedIn Profile - Mr Yudhish Rohee
ESG and Sustainability Expert and Consultant, 10 Years Experience
Environmental and Social Risk Management (ESRM) Executive at MCB Group
LinkedIn Profile
Deliverables:
- Course content and recordings
- Access to the Learning Management System (LMS)
- Training Award Certificate
- 5 Years of Access to recorded course material
