Sustainability and ESG Foundations

Overview

Embark on a transformative journey into the core of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) and sustainability principles. This programme offers a clear roadmap toward building a future where organisations prosper—while making a positive impact on society and the environment.

Gain practical insights into:

• The fundamentals of ethical governance
• Strategies to bring your sustainability vision to life
• Leading reporting frameworks and tools
• Evolving global trends in ESG
• Common pitfalls to avoid
• Holistic risk management approaches

And the new business opportunities emerging from responsible leadership

The course also provides participants with a KHDA-recognized certificate, adding value to their professional credentials. 

Who is this course designed for?

Business leaders, CSR professionals, HR, marketing teams, government officials, financial analysts, investors, and individuals seeking ESG/sustainability accreditation

Instructors’ Names

Melina Taprantzi – a UN “SDGs & Her” award recipient, TEDx speaker, and recognized expert in sustainability and social impact.

Course Objective

The Kaplan Sustainability & ESG Foundations course is designed to empower professionals with a thorough understanding and practical capability to integrate ESG principles into organizational operations. Across the core 17-hour module, participants will explore ethical governance frameworks, sustainability strategy development, global ESG trends, and reporting essentials. The objective is to equip you with the insight and tools needed to drive long-term, environmentally and socially responsible performance—positioning your organization for sustainable success and competitive advantage in an evolving global landscape. To empower professionals with comprehensive insights and actionable strategies for integrating ESG principles into organisational practices—enabling sustainable growth and competitive advantage.

Course Fee

USD 499 for the KPA‑accredited version

Rebates and Bursaries

Contact us at [email protected] or call +971 4 279 1464 to determine your eligibility for a course fee reduction. Alternatively, click below to register.

Course Outline

This self-paced, online programme is structured into three progressive modules and a final assessment:

1. Core Sustainability & ESG Foundations (17 hours)

Explore the pillars of ethical governance, sustainability vision development, reporting mechanisms, global trends, common pitfalls, risk management strategies, and emergent business opportunities

2. Sector-Specific Modules (8 hours each)

Deepen your knowledge with training tailored to industry nuances. These modules apply ESG fundamentals to distinct sectors, providing actionable insights suited to your professional context.

3. Regional Modules (4 hours each)

Gain regional insights and best practices specific to GCC markets. These modules focus on unique challenges and opportunities locally, ensuring applied relevance in your geographic setting

4. Final Assessment

Consolidate your learning with an evaluative review that tests your grasp of core, sector, and regional content. Successful completion leads to awarding the Kaplan Professional Awards-accredited certificate

These modules can be accessed on-demand, allowing professionals to tailor the learning experience to their schedules while ensuring a comprehensive grasp of ESG and sustainability fundamentals

Course Teaching Style and Delivery Method

Self-paced, online learning featuring guided content, sustainability reports, readings, interactive assessments, and a final evaluation.

Delivery Hours and Duration

• 17 hours for core ESG Foundations
• Plus 8 hours per sector module
• Plus 4 hours per regional module

All delivered online & on-demand

Tentative Course Dates:

This is a self-paced programme, so participants can start at any time

Course Testing and Evaluation Methods:

Interactive assessments after each module

A cumulative final assessment to confirm competency before certification

Accreditations

• Accredited by Kaplan Professional Awards (KPA)
• Equivalent to a UK Level 2 qualification
• Includes a digital LinkedIn badge upon completion
  

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