What you'll learn

Skills you'll gain

There are 4 modules in this course

Moving from strategy to reporting, you'll learn why ESG disclosure has become essential for organisations and their stakeholders. You'll explore major reporting frameworks and standards, understanding their key differences and applications. Through examples, you'll learn how to evaluate the quality of ESG reports and disclosures, and understand the challenges organisations face in collecting and managing ESG data. Whether you're a business professional looking to enhance your organisation's ESG practices, an investor seeking to better understand ESG disclosures, or a sustainability practitioner wanting to improve your reporting capabilities, this course provides practical insights into how companies can effectively implement ESG strategies and communicate their ESG performance to stakeholders. This course is intended for individuals working in finance, accounting and those with sustainability, management or leadership roles who contribute to annual reports. By the end of this course you will be able to: - Analyse the relationship between ESG performance and financial performance, drawing on key research findings - Identify the potential risks and opportunities associated with ESG factors for businesses. - Evaluate the role of ESG in driving long-term value creation and competitive advantage. - Assess the expectations of investors and other stakeholders for corporate sustainability and responsibility. - Explain the importance of ESG reporting and disclosure for businesses and their stakeholders. - Identify and compare the major ESG reporting frameworks and standards. - Evaluate the quality and effectiveness of corporate ESG disclosures and reports. - Develop strategies for improving ESG data collection, management, and communication within an organisation.

The Business Case for ESG

ESG Reporting and Disclosure

Course Conclusion

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