ESG & Sustainability Reporting Masterclass: Ultimate Toolkit

Name: ESG & Sustainability Reporting Masterclass: Ultimate Toolkit
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Master ESG Reporting (Environmental, Social and Governance): Key ESG Standards, GRI, Sustainable Investing, CSR, cf.

Created byDr. Ibrahim Kshanh

Last updated 6/2026

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What you'll learn

Explain ESG concepts, benefits, and how strong ESG programs create value for organizations and investors.
Identify key factors within the Environmental, Social, and Governance pillars and how they impact corporate performance.
Understand major ESG reporting frameworks like GRI, SASB/ISSB, CDP, and integrated reporting standards.
Analyze financial and regulatory ESG reporting requirements, including CSRD, SFDR, EU Taxonomy, and TCFD.
Apply ESG principles to evaluate case studies and develop sustainability reports following global standards.
Explore ESG career paths, essential skills, and certifications for professional growth in the sustainability sector.

Course content

6 sections • 24 lectures • 1h 14m total length

Introduction1:26
What You’ll Learn in This Course2:26
This course is divided into five structured modules—each is designed to build your confidence and expertise step by step

B1 The Environmental Pillar4:14
Explore the environmental pillar of ESG, including climate change, nature loss, water management, waste, and circularity, while examining energy use and greenhouse gas emissions.
B2 The Social Pillar of ESG3:38
The social pillar of ESG focuses on people inside and outside the organization, guiding dignity, health and wellbeing, and skills for the future.
B3 The Governance Pillar of ESG2:17
Explore how the governance pillar guides ethical decision making through board structure, accountability, and oversight, strengthening transparency, anti-corruption, cybersecurity, and ESG-aligned performance for long-term investor trust.
B4 Key ESG Factors and Metrics3:41
Explore the core environmental, social, and governance factors and the metrics that quantify performance, including materiality and industry-specific priorities for responsible investing and reporting.
What is an example for ESG governance?

D1 Introduction to ABC Limited GRI-Report [Case Study]3:03
D2 Step 1: Understanding the Reporting Principles2:42
Master the GRI reporting principles as the foundation for ESG reports, applying content principles—stakeholder inclusiveness, sustainability context, materiality, completeness—and quality principles—accuracy, balance, clarity, comparability, reliability, timelines.
D3 Step 2: Stakeholder Engagement How ABC Limited Did It2:17
D4 Step 3: Materiality Assessment and Topic Prioritization2:01
D5 Step 4: Defining Scope & Boundaries1:06
D6 Step 5: Selecting GRI Disclosures and Topic-specific Standards2:01
Identify material topics and select the right GRI disclosures across environment, social, and governance, mapping each topic to GRI codes, KPIs, and data sources for comparability.
D7 Step 6: Data Collection and Validation1:50
D8 Step 7: Finalizing the Report and Future Plans2:36
Finalize and publish the ESG report using the GRI Content Index to map disclosures to locations, then pursue continuous improvement and future ESG planning through post-report feedback.

Requirements

No requirements or specific knowledge required!
Familiarity with sustainability topics is helpful
Let’s get started!

Description

Are you looking to build a strong foundation in Sustainability & ESG Reporting. Understand how to apply the GRI Standards in real-world scenarios? Whether you're a student, professional, or sustainability enthusiast, this course is your practical guide to mastering ESG reporting through a hands-on case study approach.

In this comprehensive course, you will explore the core concepts of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG), and gain a deep understanding of how the GRI (Global Reporting Initiative) Standards shape transparent and accountable sustainability reporting. We break down the ESG pillars, guide you through materiality assessments, and walk you step-by-step through an actual ESG report of a fictional company — ABC Limited.

You Will Learn:

The fundamentals of ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) concepts and why they matter
How to break down and analyze the three ESG pillars with real-world examples
How to use the GRI Standards to structure and develop a credible sustainability report
Step-by-step analysis of a full ESG report using a real-world case study (ABC Limited)
How to perform a materiality assessment and identify key stakeholder priorities
Techniques for writing clear and impactful ESG disclosures
An overview of ESG career opportunities, skills in demand, and how to get started in the field
Key trends and global practices in corporate sustainability and ESG reporting

This course is designed with clarity and practicality in mind — blending theory, tools, and real case analysis to prepare you for real-world ESG reporting tasks. By the end, you’ll be confident in contributing to ESG strategies and sustainability initiatives in any industry.

Who this course is for:

Beginners who are new to ESG and sustainability reporting
Environmental Managers and Corporate Leaders: Develop the skills to lead ESG initiatives in your company, ensuring compliance and driving positive environmental and social impact.
ESG enthusiasts who want to understand GRI Standards and the latest in sustainability
Career changers looking to enter the growing ESG field
Consultants, analysts, and project managers working with sustainability strategies
ESG Report Writers: Learn to craft impactful, transparent GRI-based reports that align with global sustainability standards.
Regulatory Authorities: Assess and enforce ESG standards effectively.

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Course content

Introduction2 lectures • 4min

Module A: Understand ESG Concepts4 lectures • 12min

Module B: Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Pillars4 lectures • 14min

Module C: ESG Reporting Frameworks and Standards4 lectures • 21min

Module D: Case Study: ABC Limited's ESG Report [Using GRI Standard]8 lectures • 18min

Module E: ESG Careers and Professional Development2 lectures • 6min

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