Module 1: Introduction to ESG and Its Strategic Importance

• Defining ESG: What it is and what it is not.
• The historical evolution of ESG: From CSR to strategic imperative.
• The business case for ESG: Risk management and value creation.
• The link between ESG and corporate resilience.
• Practical session: A group discussion on a company's ESG performance in the news.

Module 2: The Environmental (E) Pillar of ESG

• Understanding climate change and its business implications.
• Key environmental metrics: Carbon emissions, energy, water use, and waste.
• The importance of biodiversity and natural resource management.
• Strategies for managing environmental risks and opportunities.
• Practical session: A hands-on exercise to identify environmental risks in a sample business.

Module 3: The Social (S) Pillar of ESG

• The concept of social license to operate.
• Key social metrics: Labor practices, human rights, and diversity.
• The importance of community engagement and consumer protection.
• The role of workplace health, safety, and employee well-being.
• Practical session: A case study analysis of a company's social impact.

Module 4: The Governance (G) Pillar of ESG

• The importance of a robust governance framework.
• Key governance metrics: Board diversity, executive compensation, and ethics.
• The link between governance and accountability.
• The role of cybersecurity and data privacy in governance.
• Practical session: A group discussion on a corporate governance scandal.

Module 5: ESG Reporting and Disclosure

• Understanding the major reporting frameworks (e.g., GRI, SASB, TCFD).
• The principles of materiality and double materiality.
• The process of collecting, managing, and verifying ESG data.
• The importance of a clear and transparent sustainability report.
• Practical session: A hands-on exercise on conducting a materiality assessment.

Module 6: The Role of Stakeholders in ESG

• Identifying and mapping key stakeholders.
• The importance of engaging with investors on ESG.
• How to communicate with customers, employees, and communities.
• The role of NGOs and civil society in driving ESG.
• Practical session: A role-playing exercise on a challenging stakeholder interaction.

Module 7: ESG Risk and Opportunity Management

• Integrating ESG factors into enterprise risk management (ERM).
• How to identify and assess ESG-related risks.
• The link between ESG and financial risk.
• ESG as a source of innovation and competitive advantage.
• Practical session: A hands-on exercise to assess ESG risks in a new business venture.

Module 8: ESG Investing and Financial Performance

• The rise of sustainable and impact investing.
• Understanding different investment strategies (e.g., ESG integration, screening).
• The link between strong ESG performance and financial returns.
• How to engage with investors on your ESG strategy.
• Practical session: A case study on the financial performance of an ESG fund.

Module 9: Developing and Implementing an ESG Strategy

• The steps of a strategic ESG plan.
• Aligning ESG with core business strategy.
• The importance of leadership and a clear vision.
• Creating a roadmap for implementation.
• Practical session: A group exercise to draft an ESG mission statement and key goals.

Module 10: Final Project and Action Planning

• Consolidating all learnings into a final, comprehensive project.
• Developing a detailed action plan for an ESG program.
• Presenting your strategic plan to a peer group for feedback.
• Final Q&A and course wrap-up.
• Practical session: Final project presentation and strategic plan review.

Requirements:

• Participants should be reasonably proficient in English.
• Applicants must live up to Armstrong Global Institute admission criteria.

Terms and Conditions

1. Discounts: Organizations sponsoring Four Participants will have the 5th attend Free

2. What is catered for by the Course Fees: Fees cater for all requirements for the training – Learning materials, Lunches, Teas, Snacks and Certification. All participants will additionally cater for their travel and accommodation expenses, visa application, insurance, and other personal expenses.

3. Certificate Awarded: Participants are awarded Certificates of Participation at the end of the training.

4. The program content shown here is for guidance purposes only. Our continuous course improvement process may lead to changes in topics and course structure.

5. Approval of Course: Our Programs are NITA Approved. Participating organizations can therefore claim reimbursement on fees paid in accordance with NITA Rules.

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We provide 3 payment options, choose one for your convenience, and kindly make payments at least 5 days before the Training start date to reserve your seat:

1. Groups of 5 People and Above – Cheque Payments to: Armstrong Global Training & Development Center Limited should be paid in advance, 5 days to the training.

2. Invoice: We can send a bill directly to you or your company.

3. Deposit directly into Bank Account (Account details provided upon request)

Cancellation Policy

1. Payment for all courses includes a registration fee, which is non-refundable, and equals 15% of the total sum of the course fee.

2. Participants may cancel attendance 14 days or more prior to the training commencement date.

3. No refunds will be made 14 days or less before the training commencement date. However, participants who are unable to attend may opt to attend a similar training course at a later date or send a substitute participant provided the participation criteria have been met.

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This training course can also be customized for your institution upon request for a minimum of 5 participants. You can have it conducted at our Training Centre or at a convenient location. For further inquiries, please contact us on Tel: +254720272325 / +254725012095 / +254724452588 or Email training@armstrongglobalinstitute.com

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