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Professional Guidance on Starting a Career in ESG
Join our workshop to elevate your career with in-demand sustainability skills and expertise, gain practical insight into the corporate ESG space and learn about various globally recognised ESG frameworks
Sessions will be conducted in English
Recordings of all the sessions will be provided
Certificate of Completion after Final Exam
Who is a
ESG/Sustainable consultant?
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ESG consultants have in-depth knowledge of ESG strategy, program implementation, and reporting. They can also provide insights on the regulatory landscape, ESG trends, and best practices.
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ESG has gained significant momentum in recent years. Investors are increasingly evaluating companies based on ESG factors, and many mutual funds offer products that focus solely on ESG criteria.
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ESG jobs pay well, and the salary range is comparable to other fields. As the demand for ESG professionals grows, we can anticipate more opportunities for well-paying jobs in this field.
Workshop Outline
Introduction to Sustainability Consulting
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Understand what sustainability consulting is and the role it plays in today’s corporate world.
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Discover how consultants help organizations create, implement, and maintain sustainable practices.
Key Areas Where Companies Seek Sustainability Consulting Support
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Structure of a consultancy arrangement
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Responsibilities of a consultant
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Key Skill sets required for a sustainability consultant
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Industries Actively Hiring Sustainability Consultants
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Learn about the sectors—such as manufacturing, finance, retail, and technology—that are increasingly prioritizing sustainability roles.
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Kinds of consultancy arrangements where businesses need assistance:
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Strategy development
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ESG Reporting
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GHG Accounting,
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Risk Assessment
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Materiality assessment
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Overview of Major ESG Frameworks
A deep dive into essential ESG frameworks, including:
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GRI (Global Reporting Initiative)
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BRSR (Business Responsibility and Sustainability Reporting)
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TCFD (Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures)
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CSRD (Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive)
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EFRAG (European Financial Reporting Advisory Group)
Understanding ESG Ratings and Insights into popular ESG ratings and disclosures
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DJSI (Dow Jones Sustainability Index)
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CDP (Carbon Disclosure Project)
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MSCI (Morgan Stanley Capital International)
Practical Case Study: ESG/Sustainability Gap Assessment and Peer Benchmarking
Hands-on practice with a real-world case study, examining how to assess sustainability gaps and benchmark against industry peers.
Career Counseling with Pratiksha More
Get advice on navigating a career in sustainability consulting, with a Q&A session to address specific career questions and goals. ( This section will not be recorded )
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Our Expert
Pratiksha More
Founder and Director of Sustainability 101
Pratiksha is a seasoned sustainability consultant with 5+ years of expertise in ESG reporting, GHG accounting, and decarbonization strategies. She has worked with organizations like Deloitte, Oren, Knite Freight, Bureau Veritas, and Sustainext helping businesses develop ESG strategies and improve sustainability reporting.
As the founder of Sustainability101, she has organized impactful workshops and bootcamps on topics like Climate Policy, ESG Frameworks, and GHG Accounting, engaging over 30,000 participants. Her podcast, with 71k+ listeners, promotes sustainability literacy.
Pratiksha has authored BRSR Reports for listed companies, developed ESG proposals, and conducted ESG gap assessments for major clients, including Adani Wilmar and Adani Defence. Conducted career counseling sessions, guiding professionals and students to thrive in the sustainability sector.
Areas of Expertise
ESG Reporting: BRSR, TCFD, CDP, GRI frameworks
Decarbonization Strategies: GHG Accounting, Scenario Analysis, Climate Risk Assessment, Carbon Credits, and Internal Carbon Pricing (ICP)
Why should you join?
This course is tailored for individuals who want to enter the field of Sustainability, who are currently in the field and want to upskill, and for Sustainability professionals who are looking to transition into this field. Participants will gain hands-on experience in real life case studies.
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Grasp the opportunities to learn best practices, build and expand relationships and networks with experts within the domain.
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Explore the diverse roles in Corporate Sustainability Consulting versus in-house consulting.
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Develop understanding of different ESG / Sustainability standards, frameworks and ratings
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Engage with professionals in the Sustainability field and gain insights into their specific roles
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Gain hands-on experience with practical case studies using Peer Gap analysis
What are we providing you?
Stepping into a practical case study situation by Peer Gap Analysis
Deep dive into globally recognized ESG frameworks, like GRI, BRSR, SASB, etc
Take a look at various career paths in Sustainability Consulting roles
Explore the Diverse Roles of a Sustainability Consultant
Understand various ESG ratings, like, DJSI, CDP, MSCI, etc
Career Counseling for your next role in Sustainability
What skills will you learn from this workshop?
Regulatory Knowledge and Compliance
They must be well-versed in local, national, and international environmental regulations to ensure that their clients are in compliance with all relevant laws.
GHG Inventory Management
Tracking and managing Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions, including Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions, and create accurate GHG inventories to help organizations understand and mitigate their carbon footprint
Stakeholder Engagement and Communication
Strong communication skills are necessary for educating and influencing stakeholders (investors, customers, and employees) on sustainability initiatives and practices
Project Management
Managing sustainability initiatives, coordinating with cross-functional teams, and meeting deadlines are crucial to implementing successful sustainability strategies.
Technical Proficiency
Familiarity with ESG reporting frameworks like GRI (Global Reporting Initiative), SASB (Sustainability Accounting and Standards Board), TCFD (Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures), and ESG ratings like CDP (Carbon Disclosure Project), DJSI (Dow Jones Sustainability World Index), etc.
Still wondering if this workshop is meant for you?
We will provide you with valuable insights on how to break into the sustainability consulting space, the key skills required to succeed, and practical ways to acquire those skills.
You will also learn how to leverage your expertise to offer impactful solutions to companies, helping them meet their ESG goals and navigate sustainability challenges.
This workshop offers a comprehensive yet concise roadmap for entering the rapidly growing field of sustainability, where demand for professionals is surging and exciting career opportunities await.
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