DESCRIPTION
This module offers learners a comprehensive introduction to Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles and their crucial role in corporate sustainability. Beginning with an exploration of the origins of ESG, learners delve into key terms and definitions essential for understanding this multifaceted concept.
Learners will gain insight into the drivers propelling sustainability in business, including regulatory mandates, stakeholder demands, and market dynamics.
Additionally, the module examines ESG in comparison to other approaches to corporate sustainability.By the end of the module, participants emerge equipped with a holistic understanding of ESG and its significance in fostering responsible and resilient business practices.
OBJECTIVES
- Understand the significance of ESG principles for sustainable corporate practices
- Identify and define essential terms and frameworks associated with ESG
- Explain the evolution of corporate sustainability initiatives
- Recognise the historical context and contemporary drivers that have shaped businesses’ adoption of ESG practices
