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Introduction to sustainability for finance professionals

Understand the global challenges of sustainable development

Overview

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In this course, we introduce sustainability and sustainable development and why this is important, as well as consideration of key impacts on the environment, society and economy.  

We explore the evolving role of Finance professionals as sustainable business value drivers, and core responsibilities to ensure effective and reliable sustainability accounting and reporting. 

We will cover key environmental, social and governance (ESG) related risks, and approach to identify, manage and mitigate ESG risks, and consider opportunities.   
We provide an overview on how value chains and business models are evolving to support deliver sustainable business practices, and contribute to a circular economy and more sustainable future.  

By completing this course, you will be able to:

  • define sustainability and sustainable development 
  • explain why sustainability is important to society, to organisations, and to finance professionals 
  • understand the global challenges of sustainable development and how business organisations can help meet these challenges 
  • evaluate business value chains, business models and business practices for sustainability and related issues 
  • understand sustainability reporting frameworks 
  • understand how the Science Based Targets initiative, and Big Data, contribute to sustainability
  • understand responsible investment principles. 

 

  • Part of the ACCA Certificate in Sustainability for Finance.
  • Complete the course and assessment to gain your CPD certificate.
  • 12-month access.
  • Also available for Arabic speakers.

 

Price

ACCA price 45 GBP

Public price 65 GBP

Location

Global

Date & time

On demand

Course provider

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