Strategic CSR & Impact Integration

Strategic CSR & Impact Integration

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Course overview

13 September

3 PM - 5 PM

2 Session, 1 Exam, Online

All levels

Certificate upon completion

This workshop is designed to provide professionals with an in-depth understanding of sustainability certifications. Participants will learn about various certifications across different industries, the criteria and standards involved, and the benefits of obtaining these certifications for businesses and consumers.

learning objectives

Course Duration

This course is designed to include lectures and interactive sessions, and will be completed within One Day (9AM-5PM).

Training Modules

This course is divided into the following Modules for better understanding, which will be all covered within the speculated course duration.

  • Lecture: What are Sustainability Certifications?
    • Definition and importance
    • Overview of key certifications across industries
  • Case Study: The Impact of Sustainability Certifications on Business Success
  • Activity: Group Discussion on the Role of Certifications in Sustainability
  • Lecture: Key Environmental Certifications
    • LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design)
    • ISO 14001 (Environmental Management System)
    • ENERGY STAR
  • Case Study: Companies Leading in Environmental Certifications
  • Activity: Interactive Quiz on Environmental Certifications
  • Lecture: Key Social Certifications
    • Fair Trade
    • SA8000 (Social Accountability)
    • B Corp Certification
  • Case Study: Social Certifications Driving Positive Change
  • Activity: RolePlaying Exercise on Implementing Social Certifications
  • Lecture: Key Product and Supply Chain Certifications
    • Forest Stewardship Council (FSC)
    • Marine Stewardship Council (MSC)
    • Cradle to Cradle Certified
  • Workshop: Mapping Out a Certification Plan for a Product or Supply Chain
  • Activity: Group Exercise on Evaluating Product Certifications
  • Lecture: Understanding Certification Processes
    • Criteria and standards
    • Application and audit processes
  • Workshop: StepbyStep Guide to Applying for a Certification
  • Activity: Handson Exercise with Certification Application Forms
  • Lecture: Evaluating the Benefits
    • Market differentiation and consumer trust
    • Operational efficiencies and cost savings
  • Case Study: Overcoming Challenges in Achieving Certifications
  • Activity: Group Discussion on Benefits vs. Challenges

Certifications

Upon successful completion of the workshop, participants will receive a certificate of completion from the ESG Institute.

FAQs

Executives, Managers and Directors from CSR, Sustainability and Compliance departments with willingness to delve into the complex world of certifications and understanding what ESG and Sustainability is, and how it can benefit their company.

No background knowledge is necessary for this course.

This training is available in-person, for groups of 10 or more only.

Contact us here, by mail or by phone/whatsapp, explaining your interest, office address and your team size, and our team will get back as soon as we can.

This course will be taken by a team of 1-2 senior ESG Advisors, who are locally and internationally accredited professionals, as well as team members who will help facilitate the team workshop. The Facilitator bio and details will be shared upon request. Contact us here by phone/whatsapp or mail to know more.

Meet Your Facilitator

Farah Sharmeen

Adjunct Senior Lecturer, BRAC University

Communications and sustainability leader with 18+ years’ experience, launched Bangladesh’s first 100% rPET bottle. Expert in brand strategy, crisis communications, and ESG outreach.

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Strategic CSR & Impact Integration

Turn Knowledge into Action, Drive Real ESG Change.

Apply ESG concepts through hands-on learning and real-world problem-solving. This course focuses on implementation, reporting, and measurable impact equipping you to lead projects and embed ESG practices across your organization.

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Your Accredited Certification

This program will help you understand the fundamentals of ESG and corporate sustainability. Learn what ESG means, why it is important globally, and the first steps to start applying ESG practices in organizations.

Certified Participants Across Sectors

Over 200 professionals from corporate, NGO, INGO, university, and consultancy sectors in Bangladesh have been certified in various programs by ESG Institute Bangladesh.