Course Objectives:

By the end of Module, participants will:

• Develop a comprehensive understanding of the critical role that ESG factors play in shaping modern business strategies and financial decisions.

• Gain insights into the Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD) framework and its significance in assessing and mitigating climate-related risks and opportunities.

• Recognize the broader implications of sustainability considerations in the context of business operations and financial markets.

Learning Objectives:

Identifying key ESG metrics and indicators:

• Understand the diverse categories of ESG metrics: Environmental, Social, and Governance.

• Explore specific metrics within each category, such as carbon emissions, gender diversity ratios, and board composition.

• Recognize the relevance of different metrics across various industries and contexts.

• Methods for collecting and analyzing ESG data:

• Introduce methodologies for gathering reliable and accurate ESG data, including both quantitative and qualitative approaches.

• Explore data sources, such as corporate reports, industry benchmarks, and third-party databases.

• Discuss challenges and best practices in data collection, including data accuracy, consistency, and comparability.