Course Curriculum
The ESG Course contains 5 chapters and 14 modules.
Below, you can explore the course structure and the individual topics covered within each module.
Chapter 1: Environmental Sustainability
- What is ESG?
- Significance of ESG & Carbon Emissions
- Business Benefits of ESG Integration
- Energy Efficiency
- Transportation Emissions
- Integration of Renewable Energy Sources
- Developing Greener Products and Services
- Sustainable Packaging
- Mineral and Waste Usage
- Waste Management and Recycling
- Air, Water, and Soil Pollution Management
- Noise Pollution
- Green Chemistry and Chemical Safety
- Protecting Biodiversity and Ecosystems
- Eliminating Deforestation
- Sustainable Land Management
- Environmental Management Systems
Chapter 2: Social Responsibility
- Human Capital Development
- Labour Standards
- Diversity & Inclusion
- Human Rights and Indigenous Rights
- Modern Slavery
- Controversial Sourcing & Conflict Minerals
- Health & Safety in the Workplace
- Mental Health & Stress Management
- Consumer Protection
- Product Safety & Quality
- Privacy & Data Security
- Community Development
- Philanthropy
- Access to Finance & Communication
- Social Responsibility Management
Chapter 3: Governance and Ethical Conduct
- Fundamentals of Governance
- Legal Compliance and Whistleblowing
- Business Ethics and Behaviour
- Stakeholder Engagement, Transparency, and Reporting
- Responsible Investment Practices
- Executive Financial Management
Chapter 4: Carbon
- Introduction to Carbon Emissions
- Measuring Emissions
- Legal Reporting Requirements
- Climate Actions for Businesses
- Carbon Offsetting
Chapter 5: Integration and Practical Application
- Defining your Business’ Purpose and Developing an ESG Strategy
- Ownership of ESG Strategy in your Organisation
- Revising your Procurement Criteria in line with ESG Strategy
- Responding to Change