ESG (Environmental, Social & Governance) is no longer a buzzword. Whether you work for a private or public company, or a non-for-profit - you need to know the key concepts as the ESG reporting rules are coming.
For accountants, ESG is part of providing accurate and comprehensive information that reflects the broader impact of business activities on stakeholders and the planet. For CPAs as stewards of financial integrity, accountants play a pivotal role in quantifying and communicating ESG-related risks, opportunities, and performance, contributing to informed decision-making that reflects both financial and non-financial dimensions.
This course is designed for CPAs who serve a variety of roles ranging from finance, accounting, marketing, operations, business development and management. Attendees will gain insights on how the business needs to incorporate ESG in decision making to gain competitive advantage. As well, public practitioners will learn how ESG presents new opportunities for them to serve their clients.
Objectives
Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to: develop an ESG mindset understand how ESG impacts private and public companies; non-for-profit entities appreciate different ESG reporting frameworks used today
Highlights
The Evolution & Rise of ESG Examples of ESG Metrics Why the Investment Community is Flexing their Muscle on ESG Why Companies are Embracing ESG How ESG Impacts Private and Public Companies; and Non-for-profits The most Commonly Adopted ESG Frameworks in North America How ESG creates opportunities for CPAs in industry and public practice
