Module IV: ESG Governance, Strategy and Disclosure
By the end of this module, learners will be able to:
Understand how ESG can be embedded into the processes and structures of organizations and the roles of the parties involved.
Develop an appreciation for the need for and process of integrating ESG into the corporate strategy of an organization.
Recognize major ESG disclosures and reporting standards.
Review the RBA ESG disclosure guidelines.
Understand the benefits of ESG disclosures.
Topic 1: Embedding ESG in Corporate Governance
• The Roles and Responsibilities of the Board of Directors
• The Roles and Responsibilities of Management
• ESG Policies and Organizational Alignment
◦ Formulation and Implementation of ESG Policies
• ESG Accountability Structures
Topic 2: Strategic Integration of ESG
• Setting ESG Goals, KPIs, and Targets
• Linking ESG to Performance Incentives
Topic 3: ESG Disclosures and Reporting Standards
• Regulatory Expectations vs Voluntary Disclosures
• Overview of RBA ESG Disclosure Guidelines
• Benefits of ESG Disclosures