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ESG 101: Understanding ESG and Career Options
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Rating: 4.9 out of 5(14 ratings)
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ESG 101: Understanding ESG and Career Options

Master the basics of ESG, what it means for business, and the career paths in the industry
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Created byAdeola Tejumade Adebari
Last updated 4/2026
English

What you'll learn

  • Define the core principles of ESG and distinguish it from related concepts like CSR and the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
  • Use the key drivers of ESG to determine if they should pivot and have a career in ESG
  • Know how to pivot from their current role to an ESG role or break into ESG without experience
  • Understand different ESG standards (like GRI, ISSB, SASB, and TCFD) and how to choose the best for a company
  • Explore career opportunities in ESG & sustainability in the corporate world
  • Explore the meaning and importance of over 20 ESG metrics they need to measure

Course content

10 sections • 56 lectures • 2h 52m total length

  • Welcome!0:22
  • Pre-course Quiz
  • What is ESG - Meaning & Fundamentals6:55
  • Introduction to the origins of ESG2:12
  • The Origins of E - Environmental4:13
  • The Evolution of S - Social4:25
  • The Evolution of G - Governance2:22
  • The beginning of the current ESG movement3:10
  • ESG vs CSR4:03

Requirements

  • No ESG knowledge or experience required. This course is designed for beginners, regardless of your professional background

Description

Discover ESG and Unlock High-Demand Career Opportunities

Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) is transforming corporate strategy, investor decisions, and career landscapes worldwide. Whether you're a finance professional, HR specialist, sustainability enthusiast, or career changer, this course gives you the foundation to understand ESG and explore where it can take your career.

Who is this course for?

  • Beginners: Individuals curious about ESG and sustainability in a business context.

  • Career Professionals: Those in finance, HR, operations, legal, or communications seeking to integrate ESG into their current roles or transition into ESG-focused positions.

  • Entrepreneurs and Business Owners: Individuals looking to understand the impact of ESG on their businesses.

  • Students and Recent Graduates: Those aiming to gain a competitive advantage in the job market by understanding the future of responsible business.

  • Sustainability Enthusiasts: Anyone passionate about ethical business practices and making a positive global impact.


Questions this course will answer:

  • "What is ESG?"

  • "How is ESG different from CSR and sustainability?"

  • "What career options and pathways are available to me"

  • "How can I start an ESG career, and what skills are most valuable?"

  • "Is ESG more a trend or would I have a stable career if I pivot?"

  • "Which ESG reporting frameworks are most relevant?"

  • "How do Companies apply ESG?"

  • "Where should companies begin their ESG assessment?"


Why This Course?

  • Clear explanations, no jargon

  • Real-world examples from global markets

  • Career insights from ESG practitioners

  • Practical frameworks you can use immediately


Who this course is for:

  • Beginners and people who are curious about ESG & sustainability
  • Career professionals looking to pivot into ESG or sustainability roles or apply the knowledge in their current roles
  • Entrepreneurs and business owners who want to understand how ESG affects their businesses
  • Students and Recent Graduates who want to gain a competitive edge in the job market by understanding the future of responsible business
  • Anyone passionate or curious about sustainability, ethical business practices, and making a positive impact on the world

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