Diploma In Environmental, Social And Governance
Subjects
- : Foundations of ESG
- Environmental (E) Pillar
- Social (S) Pillar
- Governance (G) Pillar
- ESG Reporting and Performance Measurement
- ESG Integration and Implementation
Details
Description
Course Name: Diploma in Environmental, Social and Governance
Course Id: DESG
Eligibility: Completion of 10+2 (higher Secondary) or equivalent.
Objective: A Diploma in Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) is an excellent qualification for individuals looking to contribute to sustainable development and ethical business practices. It prepares graduates to navigate the complex challenges of balancing profitability with environmental and social responsibility while ensuring compliance with governance standards.
Duration: ONE YEAR
Syllabus:-
Module 1: Foundations of ESG: Introduction to ESG, Evolution and Importance of ESG, The Three Pillars (Environmental, Social, Governance), Business Case for ESG, Global ESG Frameworks and Standards (e.g., GRI, SASB, TCFD), Key ESG Stakeholders (Investors, Regulators, Employees, Customers), ESG Trends and Drivers, The Role of ESG in Sustainable Development, Materiality Assessment, ESG Risk and Opportunity Identification.
Module 2: Environmental (E) Pillar: Climate Change and Carbon Footprint, Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions Reporting, Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency, Water Management and Conservation, Waste Management and Circular Economy, Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services, Pollution Prevention, Environmental Policies and Regulations, Supply Chain Environmental Management, Climate-Related Financial Disclosures.
Module 3: Social (S) Pillar: Human Rights and Labor Standards, Employee Health and Safety, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI), Community Engagement and Impact, Customer Privacy and Data Security, Responsible Sourcing and Supply Chain, Employee Relations and Well-being, Philanthropy and Social Investments, Human Capital Management, Social Policies and Audits.
Module 4: Governance (G) Pillar: Corporate Governance Principles, Board of Directors and Structure, Executive Compensation, Business Ethics and Anti-Corruption, Shareholder Rights and Engagement, Risk Management, Corporate Strategy and Oversight, Data Governance and Cybersecurity, Whistleblower Policies, Transparency and Disclosure.
Module 5: ESG Reporting and Performance Measurement: ESG Data Collection and Management, ESG Reporting Frameworks and Standards (GRI, SASB, IFRS S1 and S2), ESG Ratings and Rankings, Carbon Accounting and Auditing, Social Impact Measurement, Integrated Reporting, Stakeholder Communication and Engagement, Benchmarking ESG Performance, Assurance and Verification of ESG Data, ESG Software and Technology.
Module 6: ESG Integration and Implementation: Integrating ESG into Business Strategy, ESG in Investment Decisions and Portfolio Management, Green Bonds and Sustainable Finance, ESG in Credit Ratings, Policy Advocacy and Public Engagement, Developing an ESG Action Plan, ESG Due Diligence in Mergers & Acquisitions, Communicating ESG Value to Stakeholders, Case Studies of ESG Best Practices, ESG Project/Research Paper.