Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Essentials for Board Members

The programme

Programme overview

Ratomac one-day ESG Essentials for Board Members course is designed to provide board members with a comprehensive understanding of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles. Participants will learn about the significance of ESG in today’s business environment, the regulatory landscape, and how to integrate ESG into corporate strategy effectively.

Who should attend

Who is this programme for?

• Board Members
• CEOs, CFOs, COOs
• Corporate Governance Professionals
• Sustainability Officers
• Chief Risk Officers
• Investor Relations Professionals
• Audit Committee Members
• Investors and Shareholders

Learning outcomes

What you will learn

• Understanding ESG: gain a clear understanding of ESG, its scope, and its importance for business sustainability
• ESG Regulatory Landscape: learn about key ESG regulations and standards, including IFRS S1 and S2, and understand the implications of non-compliance
• Integrating ESG: explore how to align ESG with business strategy and manage associated risks
• Governance and ESG: understand the board's role in ESG oversight, including emerging oversight responsibilities such as AI governance
• ESG Reporting and Disclosure: discover best practices for ESG reporting, including key metrics and stakeholder communication
• ESG Performance and Measurement: learn how to measure ESG impact and performance using various tools and frameworks

Key Training Outputs

• A practical checklist of informed questions to ask management on ESG strategy and risk
• A framework for reviewing the integrity of your organisation's ESG disclosures
• Clarity on your board's specific ESG oversight responsibilities and where they sit relative to management's
• A working knowledge of the regulatory standards (IFRS S1/S2, GRI, SASB, TCFD) your organisation will be measured against
• An initial view of where AI governance now sits alongside ESG as a board oversight priority

Explore the programme

Detailed programme outline

• Welcome and opening remarks
• Overview of course objectives
• Introduction to ESG and its importance
• Definition and scope of ESG
• Evolution and current trends in ESG
• The importance of ESG for business sustainability and success
• Key regulations and standards: GRI, SASB, TCFD, and IFRS S1/S2 (the ISSB's Sustainability and Climate Disclosure Standards, now mandatory in 21+ jurisdictions)
• Global and local ESG reporting requirements
• Implications of non-compliance
• ESG risk assessment and management
• Aligning ESG with business strategy and objectives
• Case studies: successful ESG integration
• The role of the board in ESG oversight
• Building an effective ESG governance structure
• Key responsibilities and best practices for board members
• AI governance as an emerging board oversight priority: moving from “what can AI do for us” to “do we have sufficient oversight of what our AI is doing”
• Best practices for ESG reporting
• Key metrics and indicators
• Transparency and communication with stakeholders
• Measuring ESG impact and performance
• Tools and frameworks for ESG evaluation
• Continuous improvement and benchmarking
• Open forum for questions and discussion
• Sharing experiences and challenges
• Summary of key takeaways
• Closing remarks

Learning approach

How you will learn

Our diverse instructional approaches ensure effective learning:

– Lectures & Presentations: Engage with expert-driven, stimulating content.– Course Material: Access well-crafted supporting resources.– Group Work: Collaborate on discussions and case studies for practical insights.– Workshops & Role-Play: Participate in immersive, scenario-based activities.– Practical Application: Focus on applying theoretical knowledge in real situations.– Post-Training Support: Receive extensive support after training for skill implementation.

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Dates, duration & arrangements

Contact Ratomac to confirm dates, duration, delivery format, entry requirements and any applicable assessment or certification before booking.