ESG & Sustainability: Corporate Masterclass 2023

ESG & Sustainability: Corporate Masterclass 2023, Gain a Competitive Edge by Learning About ESG Reporting, Investing, program implementation (step-by-step) and CSR.

Description

In today’s global business landscape, companies that prioritize Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) initiatives have a competitive edge. ESG is no longer just a “nice to have” but a “must-have” for companies to positively contribute to society and the environment while achieving better business results. According to a study by MSCI, companies with high ESG ratings had an average return on equity of 10.1% per year, compared to 7.4% for companies with low ESG ratings. A survey by Nielsen found that 66% of consumers are willing to pay more for products and services that come from companies committed to positive social and environmental impact. (Source: Nielsen, “The Sustainability Imperative.”

This course will not only go over the subject matter, but explore real world cases studies in 2023 to help you demystify ESG and lead your company towards establishing an effective ESG program or improving your current one. If you are looking for a career in ESG or just want to get certified and learn more about the topic, we’ve got you covered.

This Corporate Masterclass for Professionals in ESG and Sustainability will equip you with a deep understanding of the ESG frameworks and reporting standards, and how to navigate the alphabet soup of the ESG world.

You will begin by understanding the history and evolution of ESG, and how it is different from Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR). You will learn about the relevance of ESG to your company, and the benefits of prioritizing ESG initiatives. By the end of the course, you will become an expert in the range of ESG frameworks currently available, and those that are coming down the pipe.

You will receive a roadmap for implementing an ESG strategy for your company, with practical tools and exercises to support you in your journey. You will also have access to case studies and real-world examples to help you understand how ESG initiatives are being implemented in different industries and contexts.

By the end of this course, you will have the knowledge and tools to establish an effective ESG program that positively contributes to society and the environment while achieving better business results. The course is designed for professionals who are looking to establish, enhance, or lead their company’s ESG initiatives.

In this course, you will:

Learn the overview of ESG and sustainability, including the history of ESG and its relationship to corporate strategy.

Study the differences and similarities between ESG and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR).

Understand why ESG is important for organizations and the key reasons for its adoption.

Discuss prevalent ESG issues, including environmental, social, and governance issues, and how they impact organizations.

Examine ESG frameworks for measuring, managing, and reporting performance, including the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI), Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP), Sustainability Accounting Standards Board (SASB), Taskforce on Climate-related Financial Disclosure (TCFD), Workforce Disclosure Initiative (WDI), Climate Disclosure Standards Board (CDSB), and World Economic Forum Stakeholder Capitalism Metrics.

Gain insight into ESG investing, including the key principles, factors to consider while investing, and different types of ESG investment strategies.

Learn how to implement ESG programs step-by-step, based on best practices.

Identify barriers to ESG adoption within an organization and explore ways to overcome them.

Discover key careers within ESG and their importance.

Stay up-to-date with the fast-paced changes in the ESG industry and have a sense of what’s coming next

Join us in this Corporate Masterclass for Professionals in ESG and Sustainability, and discover how to establish an effective ESG program that positively contributes to society and the environment while achieving better business results. Enroll now and take your company to the next level.