Online & In-Person Training
This free* online short course (paid where delivered in-person) is designed to inform and guide current and new Senior Executives and Board members of UK quoted companies and public interest entities as to their responsibilities with regard to sustainability & ESG governance.
Who is this for?
- Senior leaders, NEDs and Board members of UK quoted/listed and public interest companies needing an update on the fast changing landscape of sustainability & ESG and how it impacts their roles and responsibilities.
- Senior executive leaders preparing for their first UK Board appointment.
Learning Outcomes
- A time effective introduction to corporate governance and the areas of sustainability and ESG requiring close Board oversight, management and approval.
- How to structure ways to appropriately manage sustainability and ESG within the organisation, how and why this benefits the company and the key strategic and governance factors that help drive forward organisational success.
Includes
- Delivery in-person at your facilities or online over MS Teams
- Board sustainability checklist
- Time: 2.5 hours
Pricing
*FREE for senior execs of UK listed companies when delivered online (MS Teams) (One free session per company).
Alternatively £350* per person when delivered in-person: minimum 2 attendees.
* Travel costs are included for delivery within a 2 hour (each way) travel time.
Other requirements e.g. national-international travel / overnights may incur additional cost depending on need. Full terms, conditions and pricing will be included in the training quotes issued.
Modules
1. Overview of Governance and Sustainability / ESG(T)
In this introductory module, we’ll briefly cover common sustainability & ESG terms and definitions, emerging themes, areas of governance coverage and existing oversight structures, practices and culture.
2. Responding to a Widening Scope(T)
In this main module, we’ll explore the ever widening scope of sustainability & ESG matters. We’ll cover the key areas where a Board’s input is considered essential and necessary. From general leadership oversight, competencies and skills, regulations and listing rules, policy and codes, metrics and performance and remuneration through to mandatory and voluntary non-financial and sustainability / ESG reporting (current and emerging), climate risks and opportunities, risk management, human capital, insurance, finance and investment (and more) you’ll be better informed and prepared for the challenges ahead.
3. Structuring Board Responsibility
In this module, we’ll take look at existing Board and team structures, authority, transparency and how to practically shape sustainability & ESG governance structure and committees for best effect.
4. Governance Makes Good Business Sense
In this module, you’ll learn how and why good governance makes sense with a sustainability / ESG lens applied. We’ll cover how it all links together, the business case and what good and poor governance practice looks like.
5. Building Pathways for Success
In this final module, we’ll finish with an understanding of what delivers organisational success, how value is created and aligning to your organisational purpose.
Key:
Tailored Modules(T) will be developed in partnership with you, ensuring the course is more closely matched to your business. This helps deliver more immediate impact and value in the workplace.