ESG 101: Foundations & Concepts
ESG 101: Foundations & Concepts
ESG101FC Understanding Environmental, Social & Governance Factors
About This Course
ESG101FC Understanding ESG: Foundations and Concepts OVERVIEW In this modern era, business responsibility is multi-faceted. The interests of various stakeholders, including customers, suppliers, employees, local communities, and shareholders, need to be addressed. This requires the balancing of economic and non-financial corporate performance goals. ESG emphasizes the integration of environmental, social, and governance factors to improve financial outcomes and manage risks. The ESG reporting framework allows for assessing a company's operations and their sustainability and ethical impact. This course allows delegates to develop a solid understanding of the foundational principles and concepts underlying ESG and its relevance to business sustainability and responsible corporate citizenship. COURSE CONTENT - Introduction to ESG - Environmental Factors - Social Impact and Responsibility within the ESG Framework - Governance - Integrating ESG into Business Strategy - ESG Reporting and Disclosure Standards - Assessing ESG Performance - Metrics and Measurement - ESG Investing - Trends and Strategies - ESG Success TARGET AUDIENCE - Professionals who are either new to ESG concepts or looking to understand the fundamentals of ESG and its importance in the business context. COURSE PRE-REQUISITES - None CERTIFICATE - Participants attending all sessions will receive a Certificate of Attendance. In addition, a Certificate of Qualification will be issued upon passing the final multiple-choice test (60%+) on the last day of the course. DURATION - 3 full days or 5 half days CLASS SIZE - Up to 16 delegates
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Quotations: Quotes are valid for 30 days only. Payments: Payments are due within 30 days from the invoice date if you have an approved account with ht+a, alternately according to any written agreement between ht+a and the Customer, failing which payment is due immediately upon receipt of the invoice. Confirmation: Delegate placements on public courses or scheduling of in-house courses will only be confirmed once payment, an approved purchase order or a signed quotation/agreement is received. All Events: It is the customer's responsibility to ensure they have a stable and active internet connection with suitable equipment (computer or smartphone) to join video calls (where applicable) and access course materials and tests. ht+a's sustainability policy includes not providing printed course materials, including for in-person events, however, customers may choose to print their course materials if desired. In-Person Public Events: The course fee includes the event venue, coffee, refreshments, and lunch. It does not include hotel rooms or travel expenses. ht+a will share the discounted group rate for hotel accommodation with you when available and recommends booking between 2 and 3 weeks prior to each event for rates and flexibility. ht+a is not liable for travel expense losses due to cancellation by either party, weather, flight delays, or other unforeseen circumstances. In-Person In-House Events: Pricing assumes the training will take place at the client's location and ht+a will not provide any catering. The Client will ensure that the training room will be equipped with all necessary tools including flip charts, markers, video projectors/screens, and appropriate furnishings. Publications: The price for certain courses includes the official VDA QMC publication and shipping thereof. Please note that additional local customs or delivery fees are for the customer's account and ht+a will not be responsible for these fees. Certificates: Certificates for VDA QMC courses will only be issued once full payment is received. Certificates for ht+a courses will be automatically issued upon completion of course requirements.