Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) has gained increasing attention over the past few years, with many institutional investors investing only in those companies that provide ESG performance reporting. ESG has considerations relevant to analysts and investors, consumers and employees, and it has become a key topic of discussion at the Board table.  This course provides an overview of an ESG framework and how it supports a company’s overall risk management. It examines each component in detail and provides insight into how they converge to impact a company and its stakeholders. The course also discusses how to look at corporate pressures and stakeholder expectations and their impact on risk identification and business success. Lastly, we look at critical considerations from both the company and investor perspectives before applying theory to practice in a final case study.

Introduction to ESG learning objectives

Upon completing this course, you will be able to:

• Explain what ESG is and its relevance to making financial decisions;

• Describe key environmental, social, and governance issues;
• Explain how stakeholders influence corporate ESG performance;
• Analyze ESG risks and opportunities;
• Assess ESG company performance using publicly available information;

• Translate ESG information to business intelligence.

Who should take this course?

This Environmental Social Governance (ESG) course is perfect for any analyst who would like to better understand how a company manages risks and opportunities that shifting market & non-market conditions create in today’s world.

This course explores concepts that will be useful for beginner and intermediate-level research analysts, banking and investment professionals, or business and finance students seeking to gain further insight into ESG.

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Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Training Course Outline

Module 1: Introduction to ESG

• Understanding ESG Principles
• Importance of ESG in Business
• Evolution of ESG Standards
• ESG Frameworks and Reporting
• ESG Integration in Investment

Module 2: Environmental Sustainability

• Climate Change and Its Impacts
• Resource Depletion and Conservation
• Pollution and Waste Management
• Biodiversity and Ecosystem Preservation

Module 3: Social Impact

• Overview of Social Impact
• Human Rights and Labour Practices
• Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion
• Community Engagement and Development
• Stakeholder Management and Partnerships

Module 4: Governance Factors

• Ethical Leadership and ESG
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Transparency and Accountability
• Risk Management and Compliance
• Corporate Governance Structures

Module 5: ESG Reporting and Metrics

• Introduction of ESG Metrics
• Frameworks and Standards for ESG Reporting (GRI, SASB, TCFD)
• Importance of Transparency in ESG Reporting
• Stakeholder Engagement in Reporting
• Strategies for Effective ESG Communication

Module 6: ESG in Investment Decisions

• ESG and Responsible Investment
• Understanding ESG Ratings and Indices
• ESG Integration in Portfolio Management
• Role of ESG in Financial Performance

Module 7: ESG Strategy Development and Implementation

• Designing an Effective ESG Strategy
• Stakeholder Engagement in ESG Strategy
• Implementing ESG Initiatives in Operations
• Monitoring and Evaluating ESG Performance

Module 8: ESG and Risk Management

• Role of ESG in Enterprise Risk Management (ERM)
• Identifying and Assessing ESG Risks
• Integrating ESG into Risk Management Processes
• ESG Risk Mitigation Strategies
• ESG Stress Testing and Scenario Analysis