Course Information
Registration period
Year-round Recruitment
Course Level
Study Mode
Duration
2 Hour(s) 33 Minute(s)
Language
English
Taught by
Dr Stefan Vieweg
Rating
Course Overview
Introduction to ESG Reporting: Sustainability Disclosure, CSRD, GRI & ISSB Explained
Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) reporting is becoming a critical business requirement for organizations worldwide. Regulators, investors, customers, and employees increasingly expect transparent sustainability disclosures aligned with global standards such as CSRD, ISSB, GRI, and TCFD.
This beginner-friendly course, Introduction to ESG Reporting, provides a clear and practical foundation for professionals who want to understand how ESG reporting works, why it matters, and how organizations can implement it effectively.
You will learn:
What ESG reporting is and why it is important for business strategy and risk management
How sustainability disclosures support regulatory compliance and investor confidence
The main ESG reporting frameworks and standards, including CSRD, ISSB, GRI, and TCFD
How to identify material ESG topics and collect reliable data
Governance structures needed for credible reporting
Common challenges and pitfalls in ESG disclosures
How ESG connects to enterprise risk management and long-term value creation
Through real-world examples and practical explanations, this course demystifies sustainability reporting and prepares you to participate confidently in ESG initiatives within your organization.
Whether you work in finance, compliance, sustainability, risk management, operations, or leadership, this course will give you the knowledge needed to contribute to responsible and transparent business practices. Don't forget to leave your feedback.
Course Content
- 1 section(s)
- 6 lecture(s)
- Section 1 Introduction
What You’ll Learn
- Motivation for ESG reporting: which gives you the arguments, e.g., to “sell” your ESG endeavor to stakeholders and secure their support., The current state of climate change: This is not only the most obvious dimension of ESG, but it imposes the highest risks and causes many social issues., Standards and reporting approaches: We set the foundation to gather data and address how to apply them to ESG reporting., Common elements and cornerstones in ESG reporting for good reasons, Tools and data sources: Into some handy helpers for our ESG-reporting that can save you a fortune in your ESG-endeavor., How to set up your ESG-reporting: We will go into pragmatic approaches to get started with ESG-reporting.
Skills covered in this course
Reviews
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MMichael Jacobi
Be aware after section 1 there is no proper sound. The sound is just whispering. I tried to reclaim my money but it was denied because after section 1 I watched "too much". As long as the technical issues exist choose differently.
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AAmna
What stood out most was the practical orientation rather than just covering definitions, the course focused on how organizations can operationalize ESG through governance structures, risk management processes, and performance measurement. The pacing was good, and the self-paced format made it easy to fit into a busy schedule. I would recommend this course to managers, consultants, and sustainability professionals who want to move beyond theory and build ESG capabilities that drive real organizational value.
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AAwais Khan
A well-designed and informative ESG course that explains sustainability and governance concepts in a clear, business-focused way. The practical frameworks and real-world examples made the material easy to apply. Highly recommended for professionals who want a strong foundation in ESG.
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AAmna Maqsood
This ESG course provided a clear and practical introduction to sustainability strategy, governance, and reporting within real business contexts. The content was well structured and easy to follow, with strong connections between regulatory requirements and organizational decision-making. I especially appreciated the focus on implementation challenges and how companies can build effective ESG programs rather than treating ESG as a purely theoretical topic. The examples and frameworks were useful and relevant for professionals working in finance, compliance, operations, or leadership roles. Overall, a valuable course for anyone looking to understand ESG fundamentals and apply them in their organization.
