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Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG) Expert Training

Course Code
FA110
Category
Finance And Accounting
Course ID
2626
Course Outline

Course Overview

This comprehensive DIXONTECH course empowers professionals with the knowledge and tools to implement effective Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) strategies within organizations. It focuses on aligning business objectives with sustainability standards, ethical governance, and social responsibility frameworks. Participants will learn to assess ESG risks and opportunities, develop performance metrics, and integrate ESG reporting systems that meet global standards such as GRI, SASB, and UN SDGs.

TRAINING TOPICS

  • ESG Fundamentals and Strategic Importance
  • Global ESG Standards and Regulatory Frameworks
  • Environmental Management and Climate Impact Assessment
  • Social Responsibility, Inclusion, and Human Rights Policies
  • Governance Structures, Compliance, and Transparency
  • ESG Risk Identification and Mitigation Techniques
  • ESG Reporting and Disclosure Standards (GRI, SASB, TCFD)
  • Integrating ESG into Corporate Strategy and Investment Decisions
  • Sustainable Finance and Green Investment Mechanisms
  • Case Studies: ESG Best Practices Across Industries

BY THE END OF THIS TRAINING COURSE, DELEGATES WILL BE ABLE TO:

  • Understand ESG frameworks and reporting standards
  • Develop ESG policies and performance indicators
  • Conduct risk and impact assessments across ESG pillars
  • Integrate ESG criteria into investment and strategy decisions
  • Design sustainability governance and stakeholder frameworks
  • Enhance transparency through effective ESG reporting
  • Drive measurable ESG transformation across organizations

TRAINING IS TAILORED TO:

  • ESG and sustainability officers
  • Corporate strategy and governance executives
  • Risk and compliance managers
  • Investors and financial analysts
  • Corporate social responsibility (CSR) professionals
  • Policy advisors and development practitioners

TRAINING METHODOLOGY

The course combines lectures, group discussions, and practical workshops. Participants will engage in ESG materiality assessments, develop disclosure reports, and analyze ESG case studies. Interactive exercises and simulations enable participants to translate ESG principles into actionable organizational strategies and measurable impact outcomes.

DAY 1

Introduction to ESG and Global Frameworks

  • Define ESG and its role in sustainable development
  • Explore the evolution of ESG and global trends
  • Review major ESG frameworks: UN SDGs, GRI, SASB, TCFD
  • Understand ESG integration in financial and non-financial sectors
  • Examine ESG materiality and stakeholder engagement
  • Case study: Corporate ESG transformation journey

DAY 2

Environmental Management and Climate Responsibility

  • Analyze environmental impacts and sustainability metrics
  • Measure carbon emissions and develop reduction strategies
  • Review climate adaptation and mitigation policies
  • Understand environmental audits and certification systems
  • Explore energy efficiency, waste, and resource management
  • Workshop: Building an environmental performance dashboard

DAY 3

Social Responsibility, Diversity, and Human Rights

  • Identify key social sustainability principles and frameworks
  • Promote diversity, equity, and inclusion policies
  • Ensure human rights protection and supply chain ethics
  • Manage community engagement and social investment
  • Measure social impact and stakeholder satisfaction
  • Case study: Leading organizations in social performance excellence

DAY 4

Governance, Compliance, and ESG Risk Management

  • Review corporate governance structures and ethical leadership
  • Identify and mitigate ESG-related risks
  • Strengthen accountability and board oversight
  • Integrate ESG into risk management frameworks
  • Apply ESG due diligence and compliance tools
  • Workshop: Developing an integrated ESG risk matrix

DAY 5

ESG Reporting, Disclosure, and Strategic Implementation

  • Develop effective ESG reports aligned with GRI and SASB
  • Communicate ESG performance to stakeholders
  • Align ESG reporting with SDG and TCFD disclosures
  • Evaluate ESG performance through KPIs and scorecards
  • Build a roadmap for long-term ESG integration
  • Capstone: Designing a comprehensive ESG strategy plan

 

Course Schedule

Discounts and Registration

Group & Corporate Discounts:
Available for companies enrolling multiple participants to help maximize ROI.
Individual Discounts:
Offered to self-sponsored participants who pay in full and upfront.
Registration Process:
Corporate nominations must go through the client’s HR or Training department.
Self-nominations must be prepaid via the “payment by self” option.
Confirmation:
All registrations are subject to DIXONTECH’s approval and seat availability.
Refunds:
Provided in case of course cancellation or no seat availability.
Tax Responsibility:
Clients are responsible for any local taxes in their country.