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In this session, 70% of the attendees were the PhD holders, this meeting was highly intellectual. Honestly, ESG integration is a highly challenging topic, this is why all my training courses in the past, I had underestimated the degree of intelligibility - a lot of the participants had a tough time following. This time, I truly enjoyed, enjoying these highly intellectual audiences. Nonetheless, I need to design all my courses with at least 50% interaction time, with plenty of case study time to accommodate those who can't be too academic. #esg  #esgtraining   #esgcourse   #sustainability #sustainabledevelopment   #sustainablefinance

In a world where sustainability is becoming the new normal... our careers are taking on a whole new dimension. Every job now carries a bit of a superhero cape, with the power to make a difference in environmental and social domains. A while back, I was looking forward to contributing to sustainability with my strategic management and business administration background, going beyond citizen science. Luckily, I got an amazing opportunity to pursue a Joint Degree Master's of Science in Sustainable Development at the Karl-Franzens-Universität Graz and Leipzig University. These years have been quite an enriching experience, reshaping how I saw the world and my role in it. It's amazing to see more individuals entering the sustainability domain, waking up to the challenges and possibilities in our economy, society, and environment. And naturally, that's shaking up the job market too. As I got deeper into ESG and sustainable finance, I decided to obtain the CFA-accredited ESG Investing Certificate. It was totally worth it for the insights it gave me into the whole ecosystem. But what if you're curious about these topics but not sure if you need them for your current endeavours? Let me point you towards the "Introduction to Sustainable Finance" Course from the One United Nations Climate Change Learning Partnership. I took it out of curiosity and was quite impressed with the extent of material it covers. It's a solid starting point, whether you're considering a career shift or just want to level up your knowledge. And hey, companies should really think about adding these kinds of courses to their learning and development programs. With the demand for upskilling on the rise, it's a win-win for everyone! Here are a few more courses to consider: 🔹 Introduction to Sustainable Finance Taxonomies 🔹 The Paris Agreement Implementation and Compliance Committee 🔹 Indicators for an Inclusive Green Economy 🔹 Climate Policy and Public Finance & more to choose from. You're welcome to share any links and sources you found particularly helpful on your journey in the comments. #sustainability #parisagreement #upskilling #selfdevelopment #ESG #sustainabilityjourney #finance

🌟 Delighted to share that I've successfully completed the Certificate in ESG Strategy course from CESR - Leeds School of Business at the University of Colorado Boulder! 👩🎓 While ESG might not directly align with my current professional role as an IT auditor, sustainability has always resonated with me personally and education is a treasured investment. This program gave me the privilege of learning from insightful guest speakers, engaging with fellow participants, exploring potential career shifts, broadening my understanding of ESG, and deepening my perspective on complex topics. My key takeaways: 🌌 ESG isn't about pointing fingers or stifling progress; it’s a collective goal for humanity to continue to pursue quality life indefinitely. 💭 Embracing diverse knowledge and experiences enriches us all. 💖 Kind authenticity and purposeful patience are critical skills for happiness. Grateful for growth and enjoying the journey! 🌱 #ESG #Sustainability #LifeLongLearning #skobuffs

Excited to announce that I've just completed the "Circular Economy" certificate, courtesy of the Sustainability Management course at ESCP Business School Business School! 🌿 The modules provided by AXA Climate were eye-opening, delving deep into current environmental challenges, the impact on individuals and businesses, and the historical context behind it all, backed by compelling data. Hats off to ESCP Business School Business School for embedding sustainability into the core curriculum. This is how we drive real change! #Sustainability #ClimateAction #ESCP #SustainableEducation #GreenLeadership #SustainableFuture #EnvironmentalAwareness #ClimateSmartLeadership #SustainableSolutions

Intriguing perspective from Harvard Business Review contributors Magali (Maggie) Delmas and Brad Sparks on why it’s time to include sustainability in business school curricula. I agree that business schools must be enablers of the sustainability transition and encourage all graduates to understand that sustainability is hugely important. What is an essential sustainability lesson newly minted MBAs should take away with them at graduation? https://lnkd.in/gYQ-danh #sustainability #betterbusiness #environment

🌍 Exciting News! 🌿 I am thrilled to share that I have successfully completed the University of Cambridge's Sustainable Finance course, offered by the Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership (CISL). This has provided me with insights into the pivotal role of finance in fostering a more sustainable and resilient global economy. Over the eight weeks, I delved deeply into the pressures and trends reshaping our current financial system. This course has not only highlighted the strategic business implications of social and environmental challenges but also the exciting opportunities that sustainable finance presents. Key takeaways from this transformative experience include: 🔍 A comprehensive understanding of the sustainability challenges facing businesses and financial systems 🌟 Insight into how sustainability is reshaping financial systems to benefit both society and businesses 🛠️ Practical tools and frameworks to address financial risks associated with sustainability issues 📈 Strategies to drive long-term business success through sustainable finance initiatives I look forward to leveraging these insights to contribute meaningfully to my organisation's success and to the broader goal of building a sustainable future 🚀 #SustainableFinance #CISL #UniversityOfCambridge #Sustainability #Finance #ProfessionalDevelopment #SustainableFuture

In today's world, female leaders are crucial in shaping a sustainable future 💚 My insatiable hunger for learning and discovering sustainable business practices has driven me to invest in continuous learning over the past 3 years. Today, I am happy to share with you that I've completed the Oxford Leading Sustainable Corporations Programme from Saïd Business School, University of Oxford 🎓 The programme has equipped me with executive-level insights into examining corporations' impact on the environment and integrating environmental, social, and corporate governance (ESG) factors into organizational strategy. Moreover, I've gained practical skills to lead sustainability practices and contribute to positive change 🌟 Led by Professor Richard Barker and Mary Johnstone-Louis, alongside multiple industry experts, the programme goes beyond traditional performance measurement to focus on sustainable development and the triple bottom line: people, profit, and planet 🌍 Join the #TruePlanet conversation and discover Oxford's global research on climate, energy, food, water, waste, and biodiversity. Let's create a sustainable future together! 🌱 #SustainableLeadership #OxfordUniversity #LeadingChange #CorporateResponsibility #ESG #FemaleLeaders

This exactly: "Moreover, the curriculum needs to break down the silos between disciplines. For instance, there’s a critical need for a common language between sustainability experts and accountants, who currently operate on different wavelengths. Sustainability practitioners understand how to measure carbon footprints but may be unfamiliar with internal control frameworks. Accountants aren’t trained in carbon footprint methodologies and must depend on sustainability experts. These disconnects extend to finance departments, where CFOs bear responsibility for disclosed carbon data but may not grasp nuances of its collection or differences between models. Such integration is crucial for professionals, including CFOs and their staff, who are increasingly responsible for disclosed carbon data but often lack deep understanding of its nuances. CFOs recognize this disconnect. A forthcoming CFO survey by Accounting for Sustainability (A4S) found only 10% of finance teams considered fully capable in environmental and social considerations." Thank you Brad Sparks

I believe it is high time for #sustainability and #climate to become a core part of MBA programs! Discover why in my recent article in the Harvard Business Review with Brad Sparks https://lnkd.in/gqatFiFJ #climatechange #corporatesustainability UCLA Anderson School of Management UCLA Anderson Center for Impact

A compelling argument for why we need #sustainability in the core MBA curriculum. That's exactly what we're trying to do at ARC -- and Corporate Political Responsibility is an essential component of #sustainabilitystrategy. Also great to see the shout-out to ClimateCAP for helping fill this gap!