In today's rapidly evolving business landscape, Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) considerations have become integral to driving long-term value, fostering resilience, and securing stakeholder trust. As organizations across the globe navigate complex challenges ranging from climate change to social inequality, the need for robust ESG strategies has never been more pressing.
Our upcoming training course, "ESG Foundations," offers a unique opportunity for professionals like you to gain a comprehensive understanding of ESG principles and practical strategies to start devising your internal ESG strategy.
This training course will feature:
ESG evolution over the years
Main components of ESG
How to embed ESG principles into your business
Intricacies for corporate governance
Social and environmental sustainability
What are the goals?
By the end of this training course, participants will learn to:
Understand the fundamentals of ESG
Apply environmental principles to business practices
Develop effective governance structures and mechanisms
Integrate ESG into strategic planning
Understand sustainability as more than environmental factors
Who is this training course for?
This training course is suitable to a wide range of professionals but will greatly benefit:
Professionals involved in Corporate Social Responsibility or ESG issues
Marketing, communication, and PR staff
Human Resource Management Professionals
Professionals who would benefit from an understanding of the topics covered
How will this training course be presented?
This training course will use various proven adult learning techniques to ensure maximum understanding, comprehension and retention of the information presented. This includes stimulating presentations supporting each topic and interactive trainer lead sessions of discussion.
This will also include practical sessions where participants can practice and experience course-related activities. Practical and fun exercises, short video presentations, small group work and feedback will be used to facilitate learning.
Course Outline
Day One: Understanding the Fundamentals of ESG
Definition and Evolution of ESG
Importance and Relevance in Today’s Business Landscape
Key components of ESG
ESG Leadership and Culture
ESG Trends and Future Outlook
Day Two: Environmental Foundations
Carbon Footprint
Water Resources
Waste Management
Circular Economy Principles
Product Development and Innovation
Day Three: Social Foundations
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Wellbeing Programmes
Community Engagement
Human Rights
Social Impact Measurement
Day Four: Governance Foundations
Governance Structures and Mechanisms
Principles of Good Governance
Supply Chain Management and Vendor Engagement
Ethics and Integrity
Reporting and Disclosure
Day Five: Integrating ESG into Business Strategy
Identifying ESG Material Issues
Mapping Stakeholders
Stakeholder Management
Strategic Planning
Wrap-up and Key Takeaways
The certificate
Coventry Academy Certificate of Attendance will be provided to delegates who attend and complete the course