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Foundation programme

Introduction to ESG, Sustainability and Sustainable Development

A practical entry programme for professionals who need a clear understanding of sustainability, sustainable development and Environmental, Social and Governance principles. Participants learn the business case, core terminology, stakeholder expectations and the first steps required to support an organisation’s sustainability journey.

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Duration2 days
Learning levelFoundation · 16 learning hours
CredentialCENGSSUD Foundation Certificate in ESG and Sustainability
Corporate deliveryAvailable for in-house cohorts
Programme purpose

Learning designed for immediate organisational application.

A practical entry programme for professionals who need a clear understanding of sustainability, sustainable development and Environmental, Social and Governance principles. Participants learn the business case, core terminology, stakeholder expectations and the first steps required to support an organisation’s sustainability journey.

Who should attend

Designed for the people responsible for delivery.

  • Professionals new to ESG and sustainability
  • Graduate trainees and career transitioners
  • Departmental focal persons and ESG Champions
  • Public, private and social-sector practitioners
Curriculum

What the programme covers.

  • Sustainable development, the SDGs and the changing business context
  • Environmental, social and governance fundamentals
  • Business value, risks, opportunities and stakeholder expectations
  • Introduction to materiality, strategy, metrics and targets
  • ESG governance, responsibilities, data and evidence
  • The sustainability reporting landscape and personal action planning
Learning outcomes

What participants will be able to do.

  • Explain core ESG and sustainability concepts
  • Recognise material environmental, social and governance issues
  • Understand how sustainability connects to business decisions
  • Contribute confidently to organisational ESG implementation
Participant resources

Practical take-away tools.

  • ESG and sustainability terminology guide
  • Material-issue identification worksheet
  • Personal learning and action plan
  • Introductory framework reference guide
Learning methodology

Technical instruction translated into practical action.

Facilitator-led instruction, relatable Nigerian and African cases, group exercises, practical discussions and an action-planning clinic.

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Register an individual participant, book a corporate cohort or request a tailored in-house version aligned with your sector and implementation priorities.

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