Beyond Profit: ESG Basics for a Sustainable Future

Overview

In the last few years, corporations' Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) performance has been a trendy topic.

Syllabus

• Introduction to ESG
Definition and importance of ESG
Historical context and emergence of ESG concepts
Overview of global trends in ESG
• Environmental Factors
Key environmental issues impacting businesses
Carbon footprint and climate change
Resource management and sustainable practices
• Social Factors
Labor practices and human rights
Community engagement and corporate social responsibility
Diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives
• Governance Factors
Corporate governance structures and policies
Ethical leadership and decision-making
Transparency and accountability
• ESG Evaluation and Reporting
Understanding ESG metrics and benchmarks
ESG reporting standards and frameworks (e.g., GRI, SASB)
Role of ESG ratings agencies
• ESG Investing
Basics of sustainable and responsible investing
Role of ESG in portfolio management
Impact investing and measuring societal impact
• Risks and Opportunities
Identifying and managing ESG-related risks
Strategic opportunities through ESG initiatives
Case studies of successful ESG integration
• Future of ESG
Emerging trends and evolving policies
Technological innovations driving ESG progress
The role of AI and data analytics in ESG
• Practical Applications
Developing an ESG strategy
Stakeholder engagement and communication
Implementation challenges and solutions
• Capstone Project
Analyze and propose an ESG strategy for a selected company
Presentation and peer review

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Taught by

Green Courses

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Subjects

Business