ESG-Environmental, Social, and Governance Course

Course Outlines:

Day 1: Introduction to ESG Principles and Global Landscape

• What is ESG? Definitions and evolution
• ESG vs. CSR vs. Sustainability
• ESG frameworks and standards: UN SDGs, GRI, SASB, TCFD, etc.
• Importance of ESG for investors, regulators, and stakeholders
• ESG trends and global case studies

Day 2: Environmental (E) Factors

• Climate change, carbon footprint, and emissions management
• Resource efficiency: energy, water, and waste
• Biodiversity and natural capital
• Environmental risk assessment and reporting
• Case studies: Leading practices in environmental stewardship

Day 3: Social (S) Factors

• Human rights and labor practices
• Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI)
• Health, safety, and well-being
• Community engagement and social impact
• Social risk management and stakeholder analysis

Day 4: Governance (G) Factors

• Corporate governance structures and roles
• Board diversity and executive accountability
• Ethics, compliance, and anti-corruption
• ESG in supply chain governance
• Governance reporting and disclosures

Day 5: ESG Integration, Reporting & Strategy

• ESG strategy development and alignment with business goals
• ESG ratings and investor expectations
• ESG data collection, KPIs, and materiality assessment
• How to write an ESG report (overview of structure and content)
• Group activity: Drafting a basic ESG action plan