HRDclaim

ESG Catalyst for Growth-Oriented Businesses

HRDcorp

Introduction

This 5-Day program is tailored for PLC/ SME / MSME Leaders and Teams to identify and initiate the inclusion of ESG and the Inner Development Goals (IDGs), (as an accelerator to the adoption of ESG)  to potential organizational priorities  and propose recommendations for growth and business improvement. Authority compliance and attraction of Green financial support and investments will automatically be achieved.

By the end of the program, teams would have worked on real ESG challenges, where they would apply the Inner Development Goals (IDGs)  tools and skills to accelerate progress towards positive business impact and sustainability.  In the course of the program, project teams will gather data, seek advice from internal ESG Team leaders and provide real time data on project progress utilizing the skills learnt during the ESG and IDG sessions.

Focus

The focus is on critical ESG business themes that require improvement, particularly using the IDGs to accelerate progress. Teams will take on different project themes; for which they will work on collecting data and input to define the problem statement and move on to making observations and ideation to provide recommendations through a final presentation on Day 5. Participants will be assessed on a number of criteria that will be required to be demonstrated both as individuals, as well as teams on the effectiveness and viability of applying ESG + IDG tools and skills to workplace business issues.

Able To

Participants will uncover the intrinsic connection between inner growth and sustainable progress, enabling each participant to be a catalyst for positive change. This dynamic training showcases the will to execute impactful actions that lie within each one of us, and the downstream effects that ripple across ESG reporting, business impact, talent engagement, profitability and other crucial strategic priorities.

Results

By the end of the program, participants will gather sufficient exposure to pinpoint potential project areas in their businesses where ESG and IDG could be incorporated for better business performance, that can lead to further action planning, back at work.

Program Objectives

  • Explore personal values aligned with sustainability.
  • Understand the significance of ESG and SDGs in business.
  • Embrace purposeful living for meaningful change.
  • Define Inner Development Goals (IDGs) and their impact.
  • Align IDGs with SDGs and ESGs for amplified impact.
  • Craft a compelling narrative to drive stakeholder engagement.
  • Learn from real-world case studies and testimonies of tried and tested experiences.
  • Realise that ripple effects of neglecting incorporating awareness and actions on ESG, SGDs to the business landscape.
  • Teams experience strategic priorities to close ESG gaps using the IDGs.
  • Collaborate on tangible SMART goals to monitor ESG project progress.
  • Debrief with C-suite, senior management on gaps and proposed actions from the team recommendations during the training.
  • Exposure to project assessment criteria for effective application of ESG + IDGs in business projects.
  • Further technical implementation and support e.g. ESG Reporting, ESG training and certification, ESG organizational audits, financial resources availability etc. can be recommended, as and when needed.

Target Audience

Leaders and Team Members involved in ESG projects and implementation.        

Course Methodology

  • Team Breakouts
  • Case Studies
  • Knowledge Sharing
  • Story Telling
  • Peer Learning
  • Business Case Application Discussions
  • Assessments & Post Knowledge Checks

Assessments / Knowledge & Skills Checks

Assessments, knowledge and skills checks play a crucial role in evaluating participants’ understanding and application of the material. These elements are integrated into the program to ensure that learning objectives are met and that participants gain a comprehensive understanding of the content. The aim is to create an engaging and effective learning experience, promoting both understanding and practical application of the content.

Course Outline

DAY 1 - Fundamentals of applied ESG for PLC / SME / MSMEs

-Introduction to ESG and its Purpose

-Global Warming & Climate Changes’ negative impact on business

-A global plan to stop Climate Change – United Nation Framework Convention for Climate Change (UNFCCC)

-Why ESG for MSMEs – cost versus benefits

-Boundaries and Strategies of Approach when embarking on an ESG journey – Scope 1, 2 & 3 – understanding and application

-Supply Chain vs Value Chain – create growth and value

-Understanding ESG Indicators and Indicator Impact

-The Low Hanging Fruit Approach to apply ESG

-The fundamentals of ESG Reporting – Data Qualification & Project Identification

-Communicating ESG initiatives for business growth

-Assessment: 1 hour multiple choice knowledge test: ESG

DAY 2 - Strategic Overview: Merging IDGs to ESG

-Icebreaker: “Mapping Your Values” – Connecting Personal Values to Organizational Goals.

-Decoding ESG and SDGs: A Business Imperative

-Strategic Group Exercise: Identifying Organizational Gaps on ESG.

-Embracing Purposeful Living.

-Aligning Personal Values with Sustainability.

-Identifying Opportunities for Purposeful Actions.

-Mastering Inner Development Goals (IDGs): A Leadership Framework.

-IDG Skill: Theory U.

-Workshop: “Charting Your True North”.

-Unlocking the Power of IDGs for Sustainable Impact.

-Aligning IDGs with SDGs and ESG: A Holistic Approach.

-Case Studies and Triumphs: Real-world IDG Integration.

-Crafting a Persuasive Business Case for IDGs.

-Team Activity: “Pitching IDGs for Long-Term Prosperity”.

-IDGs Across Industries: Lessons from Trailblazers.

-Brainstorming and Action Planning for Strategic ESG Projects.

-Assessment: Multiple choice post-knowledge check : IDG

DAY 3 - Strategic Project Deep Dive and Alignment

-Applying IDGs to Address Gaps Identified.

-Team Formation and Commitment.

-Establishing Team Charter and Purpose.

-Immersive Team Activity: Addressing Organizational ESG Challenges.

-Strategic Alignment: Linking Project Themes with Organizational Priorities.

-Roles and Responsibilities: Building High-Impact Teams.

-Identifying Key Organizational Challenges and Opportunities.

-Team Breakout: Problem Statement Definitions (around Organizational Strategic Priorities).

-Ensuring Support Elements for Project Success.

-Defining Project Goals, Data Gathering Process, Metrics.

-Challenges and Feedback: Sharpening Strategies for Improvement.

-Transforming Data into Strategic Insights and Recommendations.

-Leveraging Data for Informed Decision Making.

-Presentation Format: Day 5 Team Presentation Measurements and Criteria

-Assessment: Practical Skills Check : Team Project Statement & Formation

DAY 4 - Refinement and Optimization in Identified Projects

-Team Breakout: Update on Data Gathering and Challenges.

-Leveraging Tools and Data.

-Identifying Ongoing Challenges and Successes.

-Challenges and Feedback: Continuous Improvement Strategies.

-Review of Presentation Content: Closing Gaps.

-Progress Update on Data Gathering and Challenges.

-Analysing Progress and Identifying Bottlenecks.

-Ensuring Cohesiveness in Project Presentations.

-Lessons Learned and Best Practices: Enhancing Project Dynamics.

-Extracting Valuable Insights for Future Development.

-Review of Team Dynamics: Closing Gaps.

-Team Individual Members Viewpoints and Feedback.

-Readiness for Dry Run: Closing Gaps and Achieving Excellence.

-Full Dry Run of Project Presentations.

-Ensuring Smooth Presentations and Coordinated Delivery.

-Structured Feedback Session: Refinement and Adjustments.

-Assessment: Practical Skills Check : Team Project Planning & Data Visualization

DAY 5- Piecing the Strategic Puzzle: Fine Tuning for Impact

-Review and Reconnect: Addressing Outstanding Gaps.

-Ensuring Teams are Aligned with Overall Objectives.

-Final Preparation and Strategic Alignment.

-Team Breakout: Ensuring Last-Minute Readiness.

-Input from Internal SMEs: Fine-Tuning Strategies.

-Feedback Mechanisms: Refinement and Adjustments.

-Establishing Feedback Loops for Continuous Improvement.

-Finalization of Presentations: Ensuring Excellence.

-Making Final Revisions for Maximum Impact.

-Addressing Final Challenges: Strategic Problem-Solving.

-Team Reflection: The Journey and Achievements.

-Reflecting on Learning and Progress.

-Showcasing Impact and Value – how will ESG + IDGs be a Catalyst for Growth.

-Feedback and Q&A Session: Demonstrating Strategic Mastery.

-Celebration of Achievements: Acknowledging Excellence.

-Recognizing Business Impact from IDGs Accelerating ESG.

-Next Steps and Future Roadmap: Ensuring Sustained Impact.

-Planning for the Future and Sustaining ESG Initiatives.

-Assessment: Practical Skills Check : Team Project Presentation

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