Certificate

Integrating ESG into Business Strategy

Become a more informed and impactful leader. Rapidly gain the insights and skills you need to seamlessly integrate ESG in your business strategy.

Contact hours

3-5 hours

What you’ll learn

Integrating ESG into Business Strategy

Certificate Fee

€495

Format

Online, self paced

Why is it important to integrate ESG principles into your business strategy?

Isolated ESG action plans don’t work. The principles of ESG need to be integrated at every level of an organisation from mission and vision, to values, strategy and planning. This integration lays the foundation for creating more sustainable, long-term business value.

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Sustainability

Integrating ESG principles into a business strategy demonstrates to stakeholders that sustainability is important.

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Performance

Linking ESG into your products and services is critical to access potential new markets and segments.

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Value

A thought-out business strategy that incorporates ESG will bring long-term value to an organisation.

Become a smarter and more effective ESG leader. Fully understand the importance of integrating ESG into your business strategy and the opportunities that this presents.

What delegates say about our courses:

“The Diploma in Corporate Governance was excellent. It was an eye opener for me and I learnt an immense amount from the course and tutors.”

Raj Kambo

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“Excellent programme, content very relevant to existing and aspiring board members. Excellent support provided by the team in CGI and the online format worked very well.”

Audrey Boyde

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“There was plenty of help and support available and patience as I engaged and learned. Very much appreciated the materials, delivery, and support.”

David Moore

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“Challenging course but well delivered by an excellent team. Course materials very professional and lectures from a high calibre team with vast practical experience.”

John Hennessy

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What you will learn

Gain a solid understanding of how ESG fits into an organisation’s overall business strategy. Learn how to use a framework to build a credible strategy based on your organisation’s material issues.

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ESG strategy

Discover how an ESG strategy fits into your organisation’s overall strategy and use a comprehensive framework to develop your own strategy.

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Materiality

Explore what is material to a strategy and the steps to making it work for your organisation and its unique ESG requirements.

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Materiality to strategy

Be clear about how to turn your material assessment into a coherent strategy by following specific steps.

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Setting targets

Identify how to set credible ESG ambitions that will be long-lasting and make the strategy worthwhile for your organisation.

Looking to deepen your ESG leadership skills and insights?
Discover more about the Diploma in Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG).

How you will apply your learning

Standout as an informed leader who knows how to navigate the changing ESG landscape.

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Recognise the importance of building a strategy that is relevant and tailored to your organisation to make sure it lasts.

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Use your knowledge to consult with internal and external stakeholders to identify the greatest risk and opportunities to your business.

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Incorporate best practice methods around the issues you’ve identified in your strategy with the greatest risk and opportunities.

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Recognise the strengths and knowledge within your internal teams to help deliver a strategy that reflects exactly what your organisation needs.

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Be able to take the initiative to look for the information you need to guide you through the process of developing your strategy.

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Recognise that integrating ESG principles effectively into your organisation takes time to develop sophisticated targets and activities.

Who will be teaching the course?

Ariel White-Tsimikalis

Ariel is a solicitor with extensive experience advising late stage growth companies on their journey to the public markets, corporate governance matters and general public company representation. She has a solid understanding of corporate governance frameworks, reporting obligations and public company regulatory environment. Ariel has international experience working across a broad range of sectors with a particular focus on Tech and Life Sciences and emerging markets in Africa and Greece. She is a change agent with a passion for supporting women lawyers and the Black community.

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Frequently asked questions

Browse these questions and answers to help your research

The 'Integrating ESG into Business Strategy' Certificate program teaches professionals how to embed ESG considerations into corporate strategies effectively. It offers in-depth knowledge and practical tools to align business goals with sustainable and ethical practices.

It is ideal for senior executives, strategy officers, sustainability professionals, and those in leadership roles looking to integrate ESG principles effectively within their organisations.

The course is delivered entirely online and follows a self-paced format. It includes a comprehensive array of instructional methods such as video lectures, interactive exercises, real-world case studies, and downloadable resources. This flexible approach allows participants to access and engage with the course material at their convenience from any location, facilitating an effective learning experience tailored to individual schedules and learning preferences.

Participants will need to complete the certificate within three months, at their individual pace of study. The total fees for the certificate program are listed on the enrollment page and include full access to all required learning materials, assessments, and the online learning platform. This comprehensive fee structure ensures participants have all the resources needed to successfully complete their certification.

Participants have the option to pay the full course fee upfront using our secure online checkout. Alternatively, for those seeking a more flexible payment solution, a payment plan through Klarna is available, which allows the fee to be divided into manageable monthly instalments. Both payment options can be selected during the checkout process, providing convenience and flexibility to suit different financial preferences.

The programme includes 1 graded assessment and several ungraded assessments designed to test your understanding and application of governance principles covered in the course. These typically consist of multiple-choice questions, multiple select questions, matching questions, and true/false questions.

Upon successful completion of the course, participants will receive a digital certificate that recognises their proficiency and expertise in this course.. This certificate can be added to their professional profiles, such as LinkedIn, to demonstrate their acquired knowledge and skills. This certification not only validates their understanding but also enhances their credibility and professional standing, making it a valuable asset for career advancement and professional networking.

Yes, international professionals can enrol in this certificate as the course is delivered entirely online. This accessibility allows participants from anywhere in the world with an internet connection to access and benefit from the course content. The online format ensures that professionals from diverse locations can enhance their skills and knowledge conveniently, making it a globally accessible educational opportunity.

Participants in the course have access to a comprehensive support system designed to ensure a smooth and enriching learning experience. This includes dedicated assistance for both academic and platform-related queries, enabling participants to address any challenges they encounter swiftly. Additionally, the course offers access to peer discussion forums, which provide a dynamic environment for students to interact, share insights, and enhance their understanding collaboratively. Beyond the course content, participants can also benefit from a range of webinars and masterclasses delivered by industry experts, offering further learning opportunities and deep dives into specific topics. Membership in the course community may also grant additional resources and benefits, further supporting participants' professional development and networking opportunities.

After enrolling in the course, participants can access the course materials for a period of 3 months. This allows you to revisit and consolidate your knowledge during this timeframe. However, please note that access to the materials is not available beyond this 3-month period from the date of enrolment, regardless of the completion status of the certificate.