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ESG Mastery: Advanced Strategies & Implementation

Develop advanced ESG management and implementation skills with our 3-day, HRD Corp claimable ESG Mastery: Advanced Strategies & Implementation Training Course at CAD Training Centre. Master materiality assessments, Enterprise Risk Management, GRI, TCFD, carbon accounting, and green finance. Physical, online, and in-house classes available.

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  • Duration 3 Days
  • Level Advanced
  • Format Face-to-face

About this course

The Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Training Course at CAD Training Centre is a comprehensive, HRD Corp claimable program designed for corporate leaders, sustainability officers, business owners, and management teams in Malaysia. Spanning ESG levels from basic to advanced, this beginner-friendly, hands-on practical workshop covers core ESG frameworks, sustainability reporting, carbon accounting principles, and compliance strategies. Training is available physically in Puchong, Selangor—with laptops provided—or via live online sessions, complete with a certificate of completion and free repeat classes.

As the business landscape evolves, Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) practices have moved beyond being just a buzzword. Today, they serve as a critical framework helping companies enhance sustainability, appeal to investors, mitigate risks, and stay competitive. Whether you’re just exploring the topic or seeking deeper insights, this ESG Course offers a well-rounded learning path suitable for both newcomers and experienced professionals.

Days 1 and 2 cover the same eight foundational modules as the 2-day ESG Essentials: Compliance & Implementation course. Participants will learn ESG principles, impact and financial materiality, stakeholder mapping, UNSDG alignment, Enterprise Risk Management, Double Materiality Assessment and sustainability reporting frameworks including GRI, TCFD, SEDG and IFRS S1/S2. Day 3 introduces four additional modules focused on ESG execution and financial value creation. Participants will learn how to calculate Scope 1, 2 and 3 greenhouse gas emissions, develop a three-year ESG implementation roadmap with assigned responsibilities and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), and understand the relationship between ESG performance, company valuation and access to green financing. The final module introduces sustainable finance instruments, including green bonds, sustainability-linked loans and impact investments.

Days 1–2 cover the Diagnostic and Systems Phases — materiality assessment, stakeholder mapping, UN SDG alignment, ERM integration, Double Materiality Assessment governance, and framework mastery (GRI, TCFD, SEDG, IFRS S1/S2) with NSRF-aligned disclosure. Day 3 is the Execution Phase — a hands-on Carbon Accounting Lab calculating Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions, building a 3-year strategic roadmap with assigned ownership and KPIs, understanding the investment lens on ESG and valuation, and exploring sustainable and green finance instruments (green bonds, sustainability-linked loans, impact investments).

Sessions run 9am–5pm at our Puchong training centre.

Learning Outcomes

  • Understand ESG principles and assess the relationship between sustainability, corporate strategy and financial materiality.
  • Conduct industry-specific materiality assessments and stakeholder mapping to identify and prioritise relevant ESG issues.
  • Integrate sustainability-related risks into Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) and Risk Control Matrices (RCM).
  • Apply governance and Double Materiality Assessment concepts to improve accountability and sustainability reporting readiness.
  • Interpret reporting frameworks including GRI, TCFD, SEDG, IFRS S1/S2 and Malaysia's National Sustainability Reporting Framework (NSRF).
  • Understand and practise calculating Scope 1, 2 and 3 greenhouse gas emissions, including emissions associated with business travel and supply chains.
  • Develop a three-year ESG implementation roadmap with defined responsibilities, measurable goals and Key Performance Indicators.
  • Understand how ESG performance relates to company valuation, green financing and sustainable investment instruments.
  • Explore sustainable and green finance instruments — green bonds, sustainability-linked loans, and impact investments — and how to develop a sustainable finance strategy

Who is it for

  • Corporate executives and board members responsible for integrating sustainability into organisational strategy and governance.
  • Sustainability managers and ESG professionals responsible for implementing ESG initiatives, monitoring progress and preparing sustainability reports.
  • Public-listed company personnel who need to understand NSRF requirements and international sustainability disclosure frameworks.
  • Business owners and SME management teams who need to meet sustainability expectations from customers, investors and supply chain partners.
  • Risk managers, compliance professionals and internal auditors who need to incorporate ESG risks into governance and control processes.
  • CFOs, finance professionals and investment analysts who want to understand ESG-related financial risks, valuation implications and green financing opportunities.

Course outline

Module 1

Day 1 - ESG 101 – From Corporate Social Responsibility to Financial Materiality

  • Understanding the fundamentals of Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG)

  • Exploring the transition from Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) to structured ESG management

  • Understanding impact materiality and financial materiality

  • Recognising the relationship between ESG issues, business operations and financial performance

Module 2

The Materiality Assessment Workshop

  • Understanding the purpose of ESG materiality assessments

  • Identifying Environmental, Social and Governance matters relevant to the organisation

  • Prioritising material ESG issues according to industry-specific considerations

  • Understanding how materiality assessments can support sustainability planning

  • Applying materiality assessment concepts through a practical workshop

Module 3

Stakeholder Mapping

  • Understanding the importance of stakeholder engagement

  • Identifying stakeholders relevant to organisational ESG initiatives

  • Understanding the information needs of boards and financial institutions

  • Mapping stakeholder interests and expectations

  • Using stakeholder insights to support ESG-related planning and decisions

Module 4

Aligning ESG Goals with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UNSDGs)

  • Introduction to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals

  • Understanding the relationship between global sustainability goals and business activities

  • Identifying UNSDGs relevant to specific industries

  • Translating global sustainability objectives into corporate strategies

  • Developing actionable and measurable industry-specific sustainability goals

Module 5

Day 2 – ESG Integration into Enterprise Risk Management (ERM)

  • Understanding the relationship between ESG risks and Enterprise Risk Management

  • Identifying sustainability-related risks within business operations

  • Integrating ESG risks into existing ERM systems

  • Understanding the purpose of Risk Control Matrices (RCM)

  • Incorporating ESG considerations into organisational risk control processes

Module 6

Governance in Double Materiality Assessment (DMA)

  • Introduction to Double Materiality Assessment

  • Understanding the governance considerations associated with DMA

  • Establishing internal controls to support ESG accountability

  • Improving the reliability of sustainability information

  • Understanding how governance controls support external assurance readiness

Module 7

ESG Reporting Frameworks – GRI, TCFD, SEDG & IFRS S1/S2

  • Introduction to the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) Standards

  • Understanding the Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD)

  • Exploring Malaysia's Simplified ESG Disclosure Guide (SEDG)

  • Understanding IFRS S1 requirements for sustainability-related financial disclosures

  • Understanding IFRS S2 requirements for climate-related disclosures

  • Exploring how different sustainability reporting frameworks relate to organisational reporting needs

Module 8

Sustainability Disclosure Excellence & NSRF Reporting

  • Understanding Malaysia's National Sustainability Reporting Framework (NSRF)

  • Exploring the purpose of sustainability disclosures

  • Developing sustainability reporting narratives

  • Preparing ESG information for investors and regulators

  • Understanding the importance of accurate and reliable ESG information

  • Aligning reporting narratives with applicable sustainability disclosure requirements

Module 9

Day 3 - Carbon Accounting Lab – Scope 1, 2 & 3 Emissions

  • Introduction to practical greenhouse gas emissions calculations

  • Understanding Scope 1 emissions from sources owned or controlled by an organisation

  • Understanding Scope 2 emissions associated with purchased energy

  • Understanding Scope 3 emissions from activities across the value chain

  • Exploring carbon emissions associated with business travel

  • Understanding emissions associated with suppliers and supply chain activities

  • Applying carbon accounting concepts through practical calculation exercises

Module 10

Strategic ESG Roadmap Construction

  • Understanding the purpose of an ESG implementation roadmap

  • Developing a three-year ESG execution plan

  • Identifying sustainability objectives for the organisation

  • Assigning ownership and responsibilities for ESG implementation activities

  • Establishing Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

  • Linking measurable ESG targets to organisational implementation plans

  • Understanding how a structured roadmap supports ESG execution

Module 11

The Investment Lens – ESG Performance, Valuation & Green Capital

  • Understanding how ESG performance can influence company valuation

  • Exploring the relationship between sustainability practices and access to finance

  • Understanding why ESG performance matters to investors

  • Examining how ESG-related risks and opportunities can affect financial considerations

  • Understanding access to green capital and sustainability-related financing opportunities

Module 12

Sustainable, Green and Climate Finance

  • Introduction to sustainable and green finance

  • Understanding the characteristics of green bonds

  • Exploring sustainability-linked loans

  • Introduction to impact investments

  • Understanding the potential benefits and challenges of different sustainable finance instruments

  • Exploring the process of developing and implementing sustainable finance strategies

Course format

Choose the delivery mode that fits your team and timeline.

  • 01

    Classroom

    Instructor-led sessions in our Bandar Puteri labs with guided exercises, live demos, and peer discussion.

  • 02

    Online

    Live virtual delivery with the same syllabus, shared files, and instructor checkpoints — ideal for distributed teams.

  • 03

    In-house

    Private cohorts for your organisation, scheduled around project deadlines with content tailored to your standards.

Upcoming schedule

Public intakes coming up.

Public dates for this course are being finalised. Enquire for private or corporate scheduling.

Certification & policies

Certificate of attendance

Receive a certificate of attendance upon completing the programme, suitable for HR records and continuous learning portfolios.

Free Repeat Class

Free Repeat Class: if you need another pass at the same public syllabus within 6 months, you may re-attend subject to seat availability.

Materials provided

  • Course workbook / digital notes
  • Exercise files and sample templates
  • Certificate of attendance
  • Post-class support window for clarification questions

Frequently asked questions

01 What is the ESG Mastery: Advanced Strategies & Implementation course about?

Days 1–2 are identical to the Essentials course. Day 3 is the difference — hands-on carbon accounting, building your own 3-year strategic roadmap, understanding the investment/valuation lens, and exploring green finance instruments.

02 Is the ESG Mastery course suitable for beginners?

The 3-day programme begins with ESG fundamentals before progressing to more advanced implementation topics. Days 1 and 2 introduce essential ESG concepts, reporting frameworks, materiality assessments and governance. Day 3 focuses on carbon accounting, implementation roadmaps and sustainable finance. The course website recommends strong ESG fundamentals for the Mastery programme. Participants without previous ESG experience should review the course requirements with the training team before enrolling.

03 What is the difference between ESG Essentials and ESG Mastery?

ESG Essentials: Compliance & Implementation is a 2-day programme focusing on ESG fundamentals, materiality assessments, stakeholder mapping, governance, Enterprise Risk Management and sustainability reporting. ESG Mastery: Advanced Strategies & Implementation is a 3-day programme that includes the same eight foundational modules from the Essentials course, followed by an additional day covering carbon accounting, Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions, three-year ESG implementation roadmaps, company valuation and sustainable finance. The additional third day focuses on practical ESG execution and financial considerations.

04 Do I need to complete ESG Essentials before joining the 3-day ESG Mastery course?

The 3-day ESG Mastery programme already includes the same foundational modules covered in the 2-day ESG Essentials course. However, the website recommends that participants have strong ESG fundamentals to follow the more advanced components. Participants with previous ESG knowledge may join the Mastery course directly. Those without ESG experience should confirm the most suitable programme with the training team.

05 Will I learn how to calculate Scope 1, 2 and 3 carbon emissions?

Yes. Day 3 includes a dedicated Carbon Accounting Lab covering practical calculations of Scope 1, 2 and 3 greenhouse gas emissions. Scope 1 refers to direct emissions from sources owned or controlled by an organisation. Scope 2 refers to indirect emissions associated with purchased energy. Scope 3 covers other indirect emissions across the organisation's value chain, including business travel and supply chain activities. Participants will be introduced to practical emissions calculations and how this information relates to organisational sustainability planning.

06 What is an ESG implementation roadmap, and will I create one during the course?

An ESG implementation roadmap is a structured plan that outlines how an organisation intends to achieve its sustainability objectives over a defined period. Day 3 includes a module on developing a three-year ESG execution plan. Participants will learn how to establish sustainability objectives, assign responsibilities and develop Key Performance Indicators (KPIs). The course introduces a practical approach to organising ESG implementation activities and monitoring progress.

07 What sustainability reporting standards and frameworks will I learn?

The course covers several ESG reporting frameworks and standards, including GRI, TCFD, SEDG, IFRS S1 and IFRS S2. Participants will also explore Malaysia's National Sustainability Reporting Framework (NSRF). These frameworks help organisations understand sustainability-related information, reporting expectations and the governance processes needed to support reliable disclosures.

08 How does ESG performance affect company valuation and access to financing?

ESG performance can influence how investors and financial institutions assess a company's long-term risks, business resilience and financial prospects. Organisations with well-managed sustainability risks may be better positioned to demonstrate their financial and operational resilience. Day 3 introduces how ESG performance relates to company valuation and access to green capital. Participants will also explore sustainable finance instruments, including green bonds, sustainability-linked loans and impact investments. Favourable financing terms are not guaranteed and depend on the relevant financial institution's assessment and lending conditions.

09 What is the difference between ESG Mastery and ESG Capital & Investment Masterclass?

ESG Mastery is a 3-day programme covering ESG fundamentals, materiality assessments, reporting, governance, carbon accounting, implementation roadmaps and sustainable finance. ESG Capital & Investment Masterclass is a separate 1-day programme that focuses specifically on turning sustainability initiatives into financially viable investment proposals. The Masterclass includes financial evaluation, Return on Investment (ROI) calculations, green funding proposals, ESG project monetisation and funding pitches. ESG Mastery provides a broader understanding of sustainability implementation, while the Capital & Investment Masterclass focuses more directly on ESG-related financial returns and funding opportunities.

10 How long does the ESG Mastery course take?

The course takes three days, with training sessions running from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Day 1 covers ESG fundamentals, materiality assessments, stakeholder mapping and UNSDG alignment. Day 2 focuses on Enterprise Risk Management, governance, sustainability reporting frameworks and NSRF disclosures. Day 3 covers carbon accounting, three-year ESG implementation roadmaps, company valuation and sustainable finance. The programme includes practical workshops, guided exercises and business applications.

11 Do I need to bring my own laptop for the ESG Mastery training?

No. CAD Training Centre provides laptops for participants attending physical classes at our Puchong centre. You may bring your own laptop if preferred. A training handbook is also provided for reference during the programme.

12 Will I receive a certificate after completing the ESG Mastery course?

Yes. Participants receive a Certificate of Attendance after completing the ESG Mastery Training Course. The certificate recognises completion of the 3-day programme covering ESG strategy, governance, sustainability reporting, carbon accounting and implementation planning.

13 What language is the ESG Mastery course conducted in?

The training is conducted bilingually in English and Bahasa Melayu.

14 Is the ESG Mastery course HRD Corp claimable?

Yes. Our ESG Mastery: Advanced Strategies & Implementation Training Course is HRD Corp claimable under the applicable scheme, subject to eligibility and approval requirements.

15 Is there a surau (prayer room) available at CAD Training Centre?

Yes, we have a surau available at our training centre in Puchong. Muslim participants can use the prayer room during breaks throughout the training day.

16 Can I attend the ESG Mastery training online instead of in a classroom?

Classroom training means physical attendance in Puchong with face-to-face guidance and co-learning with other participants. Online training runs live via Zoom with hands-on, screen-shared exercises, better if you're outside the Klang Valley or want to save on travel time.

17 Can I repeat the ESG Mastery course if I need more practice?

Yes, free repeat classes are offered every , no questions asked, if you need a refresher.

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