Certified Sustainability (ESG) Practitioner - Advanced Edition 2023
Sustainability has become a vital foundation for many businesses and organizations, including listed companies, small and medium enterprises, social enterprises, and public agencies. More recently and critically, there has been intensive attention on the Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) pillars of sustainability and the implications of climate change. Stakeholders in all spheres require leaders to be responsible to the community and society and contribute to sustainable development.
The Advanced Edition 2023 – Certified Sustainability (ESG) Practitioner program aims to equip all professional and business leaders with a broad understanding of the critical issues, strategies, innovations, technologies, and reporting requirements, as well as practical frameworks and toolkits so that they can lead sustainability initiatives in their organizations.
Course Overview
This Advanced Edition 2023 – Certified Sustainability (ESG) Practitioner program certified by Center Sustainability and Excellence (CSE) aims to give you all the latest practical tools and resources required to implement or upscale corporate sustainability, improve your ESG ratings to drive your initiatives to the next level by generating value and creating successful ESG and Sustainability strategies.
Certified Sustainability (ESG) Practitioner credential demonstrates an understanding of core sustainability concepts and best practices. It demonstrates advanced knowledge and extensive experience in the sustainability field. This credential is intended to recognize leaders and experts at the forefront of a sustainable world and demonstrate professional mastery in critical areas, including stakeholder engagement, core sustainability concepts, and implementation of sustainable strategies.
Having a Prestige Sustainability Certification clearly shows you have the knowledge and skills to drive sustainable growth with a clear purpose and significant impact.
- AgileAsia is the first Training Provider in Singapore authorized by the Center of Sustainability and Excellence to deliver a Certified Sustainability (ESG) Practitioner course (Advanced 2023 edition).
- This training program is certified by CPD Certification Service. The course provides CPD credits for an estimated 25 hours of learning. Should you wish to claim CPD activity, the onus is upon you. CSE is not responsible for the claiming or validation of hours or points.
This program goes beyond the conventional approach of measuring and reporting carbon footprint to integrate sustainability into your corporate strategy and decision-making.
The Certified Sustainability (ESG) Practitioner Program – Advanced Edition 2023 focuses on the following:
- The Integration of SDGs and Circular Economy into the Sustainability Plan
- New Sustainability -ESG trends and legislations
- How to improve stakeholder engagement
- The Influence and support of C-Suite Executives in the sustainability plan
- The Role of Investors and the maximization of corporate performance in ESG ratings
- How to set Ambitious ESG goals and become Net Zero
- Preparing Professionals and Businesses for a Sustainable Future
This program goes beyond the conventional approach of measuring and reporting carbon footprint to integrate sustainability into your corporate strategy and decision-making.
You will be able to:
- Understand and analyze the business models that drive change
- Communicate the competitive advantages of being a purpose-driven leader to management, leadership, and other key stakeholders.
- Explore why collective efforts matter and how businesses can catalyze system-level change in the face of significant global issues, such as climate change and income inequality.
- Examine the broader environmental, political, and social landscape in which you operate, including the role of government, investors, and customers.
- Determine what you can do in your career to become a purpose-driven leader.
This course is designed for everyone tasked with the company's sustainability responsibilities. Those currently employed with job scope need a recognized sustainability certification, and those seeking employment that requires professional sustainability certification.
Equip yourself with the right skills to take advantage of demand career opportunities in sustainability job roles.
The sustainability job market is booming. Governments and companies committing to reduce carbon emissions or achieve other sustainability goals drive the demand for sustainability professionals. There are many opportunities for people to incorporate sustainability knowledge and skills to enhance their careers regardless of the job.
2 Days Certified Sustainability (ESG) Practitioner
Date: 25th to 26th Apr 2023
Time: 9 am to 5 pm
Venue: Holiday Inn Singapore Orchard City Centre
(Inclusive of 2 Coffee Breaks with snacks and Buffet Lunch at Window on the Park Restaurant)
Course Fees: $2,200.00 + $176.00 (GST) = S$2,376.00
Subsidy: Nil
Class Size: Max 20
Certification Fee: S$300 (Waived for the first 20 participants)
Curriculum
Module 1 & 2
Module 1: Sustainability (ESG) and business case for adoption
- Sustainability and ESG Concepts
- Definitions and Interpretations of Sustainability (ESG)
- The Business Case for Sustainability
- Sustainability (ESG) Related Risks
- Case Studies
- Step by Step methodology to integrate Sustainability and maximize value creation
Module 2: Global and local legislation for sustainability and GHG emissions
- The Sustainable Development Goals for 2030
- COP21, 2020 UN Climate Change Conference (COP26)
- Local Legislation and Regulations for GHG Emissions and Sustainability
Module 3 & 4
Module 3: Sustainability strategies and most widely used standard & ESG rating
- The Importance of Stakeholders
- How to Create a Strategy and Engage with the Stakeholders
- Exercise: Identifying Organizational Stakeholders & Corporate Risks
- Case Studies
- Certified B Corporation
- Sustainability Strategies and Scorecard
- The Importance of SROI
- Exercise: Social Impact
- The Importance of ESG
- CSRHub, MSCI, Dow Jones Sustainability Index
- Unique Simulation Exercise Included
Module 4: Responsible communication and how to avoid green & blue washing
- Sector Focus
- Responsible Communication
- Green and Cause-Related Marketing
- How to Avoid Green & Blue Washing
- How to Avoid SDG Washing
- Best Practices for Communication
Module 5 & 6
Module 5: Circular economy and the importance of sustainability in supply chain, carbon reduction strategies
- Circular Economy: Definition and Case Studies
- Global Plastic Elimination Progress
- Sustainability and Supply Chain
- Standards Applied to Supply Chain
- Carbon Reduction Strategies
- Life Cycle Assessment
- CDP
Module 6: Sustainability (ESG) reporting based on GRO and other ESG guidelines. How to communicate effectively and future trends
- Steps for Sustainability Report Creation
- Sustainability Reporting Trends
- Exercise: Materiality
- The New GRI STANDARDS
- External Assurance
- Good Practices for Sustainability Report Communication
- Case Study and Exercise: Understanding Reporting
- Integrated Reporting & SASB
- Return on Sustainability (RoS) Framework
- Sustainability Trends
Upcoming Course Schedules & Details
For eligible company sponsored participants, please send details to training@agileasia.com for registration as the Invoice will be issued under company name. Participants may make payment using this Invoice and receipt issued for reimbursement.
| DATE | : | Apr-25 - Apr-26 (Duration: 2 Days) | |
| TIMINGS | : | 9am to 5pm | |
| FEE IN SGD | : | $2376.00 to $2376.00 | |
| TRAINERS | : |
Henry Kang | |
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Please Note:
- This course is designed for everyone tasked with the company sustainability responsibilities. Those currently employed with job scope need a recognized sustainability certification, and those who want to get employment that requires professional sustainability certification.
- Upon completing the 2-days course, participants will have the chance to submit a two-year sustainability plan that will qualify them to earn the globally recognized Sustainability ESG Certification and become Certified Sustainability ESG Practitioners. The final assignment helps participants implement practical tools and use the knowledge gained practically.
- For those without knowledge or experience in Sustainability, we strongly recommend that you take the one-day Sustainability Awareness course.
Funding Eligibility
There is no funding available for this course.
| Singapore Citizen Aged 40 and above | |
|---|---|
| Course Fees | $ 2200.00 |
| Funding | 0 % |
| Nett Fees | $ 2200.00 |
| GST | $ 176.00 |
| Nett Fees + GST | $ 2376.00 |
| Singapore Citizen Aged below 40 and All PRs | |
|---|---|
| Course Fees | $ 2200.00 |
| Funding | 0 % |
| Nett Fees | $ 2200.00 |
| GST | $ 176.00 |
| Nett Fees + GST | $ 2376.00 |
| Others | |
|---|---|
| Course Fees | $ 2200.00 |
| Funding | 0 % |
| Nett Fees | $ 2200.00 |
| GST | $ 176.00 |
| Nett Fees + GST | $ 2376.00 |
Please Note:
There is no Government Subsidy for this course
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