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IOD Masterclass For Directors on ESG

ESG stands for Environmental, Social, and Governance and refers to the non-financial traits of a company's operations that can impact its long-term financial performance and sustainability.

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About Masterclass for Directors on ESG

ESG stands for Environmental, Social, and Governance and refers to the non-financial traits of a company's operations that can impact its long-term financial performance and sustainability. The ‘E’ or Environmental refers to a company's impact on the environment, The ‘S’ or Social refers to a company's impact on society and community and The ‘G’ or Governance refers to a company's internal governance structure which impact the long term goals and sustainability of an organisation.

The importance of ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) factors in corporate decision-making and investment has increased in recent years due to several reasons:

Financial performance

ESG factors can have a significant impact on a company's financial performance, both in the short-term and over the long-term. Stakeholder expectations: Stakeholders.

Risk management

ESG risks, such as climate change and human rights violations, can pose significant threats to a company's operations and financial performance.

Sustainable business practices

Companies that adopt sustainable business practices and demonstrate good ESG performance are often better positioned to create long-term value for all stakeholders.

Government regulations

Governments are increasingly implementing regulations and policies aimed at promoting sustainable business practices and addressing ESG risks.

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Batch No. 09 | July, 2026
Masterclass for Directors on ESG | Virtual Classroom | July 11-12 & 18-19

Mr. Rajesh Alla
Director
Aiem Systems Pvt. Ltd.
Information Technology & Consulting
Corporate Governance, Project Management, IT & Non-Profit
Ms. Umakanta Barik
Company Secretary & Compliance Officer
Heritage Foods Ltd.
Dairy
Manufacturing of Dairy Products
Dr. Ashok Kumar Upadhyay
Senior Manager
Enviri Corp
Environmental Services
Supply Chain
Mr. Sonu Tandon
Vice President
Automoto
Environment Technology
Emission Control & Air Pollution Abatement
Mr. Siva Rama Prasad Tammana
Independent Director
Tim Delhi Airport Advertising Pvt. Ltd.
Infrastructure
Banking, Corporate Finance, Insurance, Infrastructure & Chemicals
Mr. Durgesh Jagdish Bhatt
Founder
Beaconz HR
Consulting
Human Resources
Ms. Krishna Das
Independent Director
Dredging Corporation of India Ltd.
Dredging
Dredging
Ms. Sowmya C
Director
Lubrizol Pvt. Ltd.
Speciality Chemicals
Procurement, Operations, Supply Chain & Quality

Value of ESG Professionals

In light of these trends, ESG considerations are becoming increasingly important for companies and investors as they seek to create long-term value and mitigate risk.

An ESG Certified Professional can help a company in several ways:

  • Developing and implementing an ESG strategy.

  • Improved Decision Making.

  • Enhanced Stakeholder Engagement.

  • Identifying & Managing Risks.

  • Improved Financial Performance.

  • Compliance with Laws and Regulations.

  • Board’s Accountability.

Why Masterclass for Directors on ESG

Increased Importance of ESG

  • Impacts reputation & long-term value
  • Sustainability is now a priority

Compliance & Regulatory Readiness

  • Growing ESG regulations
  • Governance & compliance demands

Stakeholder Expectations

  • Investors, employees & communities
  • Need for accountability & trust

Evolving Market Trends

  • ESG-driven investments
  • Positioning for sustainable growth

Course Fee & Duration

Virtual

ESG considerations have been gaining importance as stakeholders, including investors and customers, place increasing importance on responsible and sustainable business practices.

Per participant · inclusive of GST
Participant fee
60,000
GST @ 18%
10,800
Total Payable
70,800
Upon Completion

Become a
Certified Corporate Director

On successful completion of the course, followed by MCQ test and submission of Project Study Report for the certificate of ‘Certified ESG Professional’ will be provided.

Programme Benefits

Who Would Benefit

The benefits of attending ‘Masterclass for Directors on ESG’ training programme are:

Directors or Aspiring Directors looking to enhance their understanding of ESG issues and to improve their ability to effectively oversee ESG considerations within their companies.

Investors looking to invest in companies with strong ESG Track records and to gain in-depth understanding of ESG risks & opportunities associated with their investors.

Financial Institutions looking to integrate ESG considerations into their investment decision-making processes and to demonstrate their commitment to responsible investing.

Government nominated Professionals and Government agencies looking to promote sustainable business practices and to encourage companies to adopt ESG-friendly policies and procedures.

Senior Executives of Consumer-facing companies looking to build trust with customers and to differentiate themselves in a crowded marketplace by demonstrating their commitment to ESG considerations.

Masterclass Course Content

Business Sustainability- Concept and Understanding

Business sustainability has become a crucial aspect of corporate responsibility and a key driver of long-term business success. This module focuses on the emergence and need of the business sustainability and of the opportunities and threats associated with the Business Sustainability to facilitate the effective decision making.

Importance of Business Sustainability strategy for Future Ready Organisations

Business sustainability strategy is turning out to be ever more important for the organizations as they look forward to become future-ready. A well-designed sustainability strategy can help organizations to meet stakeholder’s expectations, managing risks, fostering innovation and enhancing long term performance. This module focuses on the role of Board and CXOs in understanding the responsibilities and accountabilities with respect to ESG issues and how to effectively incorporate ESG considerations into decision-making processes.

ESG: Emergence, Relevance, Concepts & Frameworks

ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) refers to the three key elements that are considered to be extremely vital to a company's long-term performance and sustainability. This module focuses on the context & relevance of ESG and its emerging dynamics and the emerging ecosystem while facilitating the decision making to create long-term value by addressing environmental and social issues in ways that also improve financial performance.

‘E’, ‘S’ & ‘G’ of ESG

This module dives deep into the factors associated with ‘E’, ‘S’ & ‘G’ of ESG and the societal responses associated with it. This enables the Directors & Boards to get a better understanding of each factor individually and the facilitate the informed decision-making to gain competitive advantage.

Ecosystem for Business Sustainability in India

This module focuses on the growing business sustainability eco system, including government policies and regulations, industry initiatives, and non-governmental organizations (NGOs), which is still evolving but has significant potential to drive sustainable business practices in the country.

Indian Regulatory Requirements: BRSR (Business Responsibility and Sustainability Report) Reporting, Monitoring & Validation

BRSR can be useful for a variety of stakeholders, including investors, customers, employees, regulators, and the general public, as it provides a comprehensive and transparent view of a company's environmental and social performance and practices. It can also help a company to identify and manage risks associated with environmental and social issues, improve decision-making and resource allocation, and enhance stakeholder engagement and trust.

Global Sustainability Reporting System

This module focuses on the set of guidelines and standards used by the companies to report on their environmental, social and governance (ESG) performance and practices like GRI, SASB, Integrated Reporting Framework, TCFD designed to increase transparency and accountability, and to help companies to identify and manage risks associated with environmental and social issues.

Introduction to International Standards, UNGC, UN SDG - 2030 and Net Zero Concept

This module focuses on the various International standards and concepts that are closely linked and aimed at promoting sustainable business practices and achieving a more sustainable future. An understanding of these standards will enable the companies to align their strategies and operations with these standards and concepts so that they can contribute towards achieving the societal goals and addressing some of the most pressing global challenges such as climate change, poverty and inequality.

ESG Investing

This module focuses on the various global social aspects and issues which are predominantly discussed around the world. The idea behind this is to make the Directors and Boards understand the importance of these important and relevant aspects and to go beyond the material things and do greater good for the society.

Board’s role in developing Corporate Strategy based on ESG

The board of directors plays a crucial role in developing and overseeing the implementation of a corporate strategy that incorporates environmental, social, and governance (ESG) considerations. This module focuses on the importance of Corporate Governance and the important role Board and the Directors play to fostering a culture of sustainability within the company.

ESG – A process:

This module focuses on Defining ESG as a process by Mapping, Defining, Embedding and Engaging ESG Strategies

Case studies and best practices: Learning from real-world examples of companies that have successfully integrated ESG considerations into their business operations.

Case studies- Indian Corporate Sector Perspective

Case studies- Global Practices

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