Duration: 2 days
Level: Intermediate
Venue: Singapore University of Social Sciences
Synopsis
This course is designed to equip participants and small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with practical skills necessary for preparing a comprehensive sustainability report that aligns with the International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB). Participants will engage in hands-on exercises with the use of emerging technologies such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), case studies, and group discussions to develop a deep understanding of the reporting process, materiality assessment, stakeholder engagement, and effective communication of sustainability performance.
Who Should Attend
Sustainability Managers, Compliance Officers, Project Managers, SME Owners and Managers, Consultants and Auditors, who are responsible for developing and implementing sustainability strategies within their organizations or ensuring adherence to regulatory and business requirements related to sustainability-related data, disclosure and reporting.
Topics
- Introduction to ISSB and recap of GRI Standards
- Understanding Materiality in Sustainability Reporting
- Stakeholder Engagement Strategies
- Data Collection and Management for Reporting
- Preparing Sustainability Reports: Step-by-Step Guide
- Aligning Reports with ISSB and Providing Assurance
- Using AI tools for various aspects of Sustainability Reporting and Assessment
- Case Studies of Successful Sustainability Reports
Objectives
- To provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of ISSB and recap of GRI standards.
- To equip participants with practical skills for conducting materiality assessments.
- To enhance participants' ability to engage stakeholders effectively in the reporting process.
- To guide participants through the steps of preparing a sustainability report that meets compliance requirements.
- To share real-life examples of successful sustainability reporting and use of AI tools for reporting and assurance.
Learning Outcomes
A. Knowledge and Understanding (Theory Component)
By the end of this course, participants should be able to:
- Identify key concepts, terminology, and frameworks related to ISSB Standards.
- Explain the importance of sustainability reporting in today’s business environment and how it impacts stakeholder engagement.
- Identify the latest AI tools that can be used in sustainability reporting and assurance processes
B. Key Skills (Practical Component)
By the end of this course, participants should be able to:
- Demonstrate the ability to conduct a materiality assessment by identifying relevant topics for their organization’s sustainability report.
- Evaluate existing sustainability reports using ISSB criteria to identify strengths and areas for improvement.
- Develop a draft sustainability report that aligns with the ISSB standards, including relevant metrics and disclosures.
Schedule
| Time | Agenda |
|---|---|
| Day 1 | |
| 09:00 - 09:30 | Course Overview |
| 09:30 – 10:30 | Importance of Sustainability Reporting and Key Terminology |
| 10:30 – 10:45 | Break |
| 10:45 – 12:00 | Understanding Materiality in Reporting Stakeholder Engagement Strategies |
| 12:00 – 13:00 | Lunch |
| 13:00 – 15:30 | ESG Data Collection Techniques for Sustainability Reporting |
| 15:30 – 15:45 | Break |
| 15:45 – 17:30 | Applying Materiality Assessment |
| Day 2 | |
| 09:00 – 09:30 | Course Overview |
| 09:30 – 10:30 | Step-by-Step Guide to Preparing a Sustainability Report |
| 10:30 – 10:45 | Break |
| 10:45 – 12:30 | Exercise: Drafting Sustainability Report (Selected Sections) Aligning Reports with ISSB and Providing Assurance. |
| 12:30 – 13:30 | Lunch |
| 13:30 – 14:45 | The latest AI tools that can facilitate sustainability reporting and assurance processes |
| 14:45 - 15:30 | Case Studies of Successful Reports |
| 14:30 – 15:30 | Group Project: Lesson Design and Course Integration |
| 15:30 – 15:45 | Break |
| 15:45 – 17:00 | Written Examination |
| 17:00 – 17:30 | Wrap-up |
Assessments
- Written Exam
Requirements
- Minimum ‘N’ Level certification or equivalent, or current working professional
- Attendees have to bring along their own laptop
Application Procedures
Please submit the following documents to [email protected]:
- Coloured copy (back and front) of NRIC for Singaporeans and PRs, or "Employment"/"S"
Pass for foreign applicant
- Application form
Course Fee
1 Mid-Career Enhanced Subsidy:
Singaporeans aged 40 and above may enjoy subsidies up to 90% of the course
fees.
2 Enhanced Training Support
for SMEs: SME-sponsored employees (Singaporean Citizens and PRs) aged 21
and above may enjoy subsidies up to 90% of the course fees.
- Participants are required to achieve at least 75% attendance and pass any prescribed examinations/assessments or submit any course/project work (if any) under the course requirement.
- Participants are required to complete all surveys and feedbacks related to the course.
- The course fees are reviewed annually and may be revised. The University reserves the right to adjust the course fees without prior notice.
- Singapore University of Social Sciences reserves the right to amend
and/or revise the above schedule without prior notice.
For the various payment modes, please refer here.
Course Withdrawal and Refund
Request for withdrawal from a course must be submitted to SUSS Academy formally in writing.
- Course Withdrawal before Application Close Date: No charges.
- Course Withdrawal after course confirmation: 50% of the full course fee with an administration fee imposed.
- Course Withdrawal after the course commences: Full course fee applies.
For clarification, please contact the SUSS Academy via the following:
Telephone: +65 6248 0263
Email: [email protected]