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Mastering Environmental, Social And Governance (ESG) Disclosures & Sustainability Report Assurance (8 & 9 Oct 2025)

Please call 012-588 2728

 email to pearl-otc@outlook.com

 

HYBRID PUBLIC PROGRAM

MASTERING ENVIRONMENTAL, SOCIAL

AND GOVERNANCE (ESG) DISCLOSURES &

SUSTAINABILITY REPORT ASSURANCE

(** Choose either Zoom OR Physical Session)

Remote Online Training (Via Zoom)  &

Dorsett Grand Subang Hotel, Selangor   (Physical)

  (SBL Khas / HRD Corp Claimable Course)

Date : 8 Oct 2025 (Wed) |  9am – 5pm        By Joyce

          9 Oct 2025 (Thu)  |  9am – 5pm           .        .

 

 

OVERVIEW

ESG has been gaining traction in the recent years due to need of organisation to implement sustainable business practices. The course will cover some core principles of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) practices.

 

In matters relating to International Trade, governments had advocated the need of professionals to build skillsets by learning ESG globally recognized frameworks. This can enhanced ability to integrate ESG into business as a value adding skill sets. This will attract responsible investment opportunities.

 

This course will cover understanding and applying essential disclosures in sustainability report which is part of compliance. ESG disclosures and sustainability report assurance is carried out in line with the requirements of the reporting and assurance standards – the standards or guidance that you adhere to when producing a ESG or sustainability report. The options available include the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI), Sustainability Accounting Standards Board (SASB), Task Force on Climate-Related Financial Disclosures (TFCD) and the AA1000 AccountAbility Principles.

 

Who should attend:  Business professionals, auditors, accountants, finance reporting in managerial, senior and junior executive level who are involved in providing inputs, data and insights who wish to know basics of disclosures of ESG relating to financial reporting relating to sustainability.

 

OBJECTIVES

On completion of the programme, participants will be able to:

  1. Comply with the regulatory requirements
  2. Ensure ESG data integrity and transparency
  3. Reduce legal risks
  4. Avoid greenwashing
  5. Inspire peers and foster ESG innovation
  6. Reinforce internal reporting processes

TRAINING APPROACH

Where appropriate, activities will include the following:

·         Lecture & Videos

·         Faciliated Group Discussions & Spot Quiz

·         Practical hands on learning activity

 

Note: Participants are required to bring laptop for group practical session for ESG Action Plan

 

OUTLINE OF WORKSHOP

The key content of the program includes the following:

 

Module 1: Introduction to ESG and Its Strategic Importance

-       Defining ESG: Key Concepts and Terminologies

-       Why ESG Matters: Drivers from Investors, Regulators, and Stakeholders

-       ESG and Corporate Value Creation

-       Case Study: ESG Integration in Leading Companies

 

Module 2: Global ESG Reporting Frameworks & Standards

-       Overview of Key Frameworks:

-       GRI (Global Reporting Initiative)

-       SASB (Sustainability Accounting Standards Board)

-       TCFD (Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures)

-       ISSB (International Sustainability Standards Board)

-       CDP, UNGC, SDGs, and others

-       Comparing Frameworks: Similarities, Differences, and Applicability

-       Interactive Exercise: Mapping ESG KPIs to Relevant Frameworks

 

Module 3: ESG Regulatory Landscape & Local Requirements

-       Overview of ESG Disclosure Requirements Globally and Locally (e.g., Bursa Malaysia, SEC, EU CSRD)

-       Taxonomy Regulations, Mandatory vs. Voluntary Disclosures

-       Malaysia-Specific ESG Policies (e.g., Bursa Malaysia Sustainability Reporting Guide)

-       Workshop: Assessing Regulatory Gaps in Participants’ Organizations

 

Module 4: Designing and Implementing ESG Reporting

-       ESG Materiality Assessment: Tools and Techniques

-       Data Collection & Management: Quality, Boundaries, and Limitations

-       Setting ESG Goals and Performance Indicators (KPIs)

-       Hands-on Activity: Drafting a Materiality Matrix and ESG Dashboard

 

 

Module 5: Sustainability Reporting – Structure and Content

-       Anatomy of a Sustainability Report

-       Integration with Annual Report and Financial Statements

-       Effective ESG Storytelling: Transparency, Consistency, and Engagement

-       Examples of Best-in-Class ESG Reports

 

Module 6: ESG Governance and Internal Controls

-       ESG Governance Structure: Board Oversight and Executive Accountability

-       Internal ESG Control Mechanisms: Roles of Risk, Audit, and Compliance

-       Embedding ESG into Enterprise Risk Management (ERM)

-       Group Discussion: ESG Governance Practices in Different Sectors

 

Module 7: Sustainability Report Assurance

-       Purpose and Importance of External Assurance

-       Assurance Standards: ISAE 3000 (Revised), AA1000AS, and Others

-       Selecting an Assurance Provider

-       Levels of Assurance: Limited vs. Reasonable Assurance

-       Assurance Engagement Process and Reporting

-       Workshop: Evaluating Sample ESG Assurance Reports

 

Module 8: Enhancing ESG Reporting and Assurance Quality

-       Common Pitfalls in ESG Disclosures and How to Avoid Them

-       Key Trends in ESG Reporting & Assurance (AI, Blockchain, Digital Tools)

-       Benchmarking and Continuous Improvement

-       Final Activity: ESG Action Plan for Your Organisation

 

 

 

** Certificate of attendance will be awarded for those who completed the course

 

ABOUT THE FACILITATOR

 

JOYCE

 

Chartered Accountant, Fellow ACCA UK (Year 2008) and MIA (Year 2003)

Certified Train the Trainer (TTT), PSMB, 2015 No: 13320

Certified Neuro Linguistic Programme (NLP) Practitioner & Certified TimeLine Therapy NLP Coach, 2017 (ABNLP) & Licensed Hypnotherapist (Association of Hypnotherapy Practitioners Malaysia AHPM 2017)

Certified Change Management Practitioner (PROSCI USA – 2017)

 

Joyce is a Fellow Member of Chartered Association of Certified Accountants (ACCA), United Kingdom (UK) and a Chartered Accountant member of Malaysia Institute of Accountants (MIA). Her career began in one of the largest Malaysia conglomerate, Berjaya Group of Companies in role of a group financial accountant. She then moved into telecommunications (Maxis Communications, Nokia Networks) and ICT industry (IBM Malaysia) in various roles in management, business & operational finance, finance analysis, planning & budgeting. Since year 2012 & beyond, she was headhunted to join one of the established regional and global FMCG food/beverage, finance tech and recently, Avon, a global cosmetics single and multi -level marketing industry in a senior commercial finance leadership role.

 

Her interest in training and facilitation began in Nokia Networks Malaysia when she was requested to train business managers the essentials of finance analysis, Sarbannes Oxley (SOX) compliance requirements and interpretation of financials.

 

Due to passion and interest in public speaking, training and development she was the Past President of Malaysian Insititute of Human Resource Management (MIHRM) Toastmasters Club in year 2007-2008. She successfully obtained Advance Communication Bronze, Advanced Communication Silver (ACB, ACS) and Competent Leader (CL) communication awards from Toastmasters International, USA.  In addition, she was Past President of Rotaract Club of Port Klang Centennial, part of Rotary International Organisation.

 

What you can expect from Joyce is the ability to explain some how complex financial concepts in layman’s terms. Plus point is her vast experience in business, finance, accounting & people management gained in Malaysia PLCs and global multi-national companies will enriches participants’ knowledge and increases their aptitude for appreciating the intricate subject of Finance and Management. She also familiar with training of junior accountants in shared services accounting function environment due to exposure in IBM Malaysia in shared services regional accounting & finance center.

 

She has conducted various programs such as:

1.        Finance for Non Finance Personnel & Managers

2.        Use of Financial Information for Strategic Cost Management

3.        Effective Financial Management.

4.        Effective Credit Control Management and Processes

5.        Business Accounting & Accounting Functions

6.        Budgeting & Strategic Planning

7.        Financial Wellness & Literacy Workshop: Money and Me programmes.

8.        Accounting standards workshop and training

(SBL Khas / HRD Corp Claimable Course)

TRAINING FEE

14 hours Remote Online Training (Via Zoom)

RM 1,296.00/pax     (excluded 8% SST)

2 days Face-to-Face Training

(Physical Training at Hotel)

RM 1,900.00/pax     (excluded 8% SST)

Group Registration: Register 3 participants from the same organization, the 4th participant is FREE.
(Buy 3 Get 1 Free) if
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