An Intensive 5-day Training Course

Sustainability Leadership and
Corporate Responsibility

The Need for CSR, Stakeholder Engagement, SDGs and the ESG Framework

INTRODUCTION TO THE COURSE

The Sustainability Leadership and Corporate Responsibility training course equips professionals with the strategic insight and practical tools needed to embed sustainability into the heart of business operations. Effective sustainability leadership goes beyond compliance—it requires forward-thinking, ethical decision-making, and a deep commitment to social, environmental, and economic stewardship. This training course emphasizes the importance of aligning business strategies with responsible corporate values to ensure long-term resilience and a positive impact on society and the planet.

Participants will explore the key principles of corporate responsibility, stakeholder engagement, and the Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) framework. Through real-world insights and applied best practices, the course will demonstrate how sustainability can be a driver for innovation, trust, and sustained performance.

This Sustainability Leadership and Corporate Responsibility training course will highlight:

  • Leading approaches to sustainability in corporate leadership
  • Practical challenges in CSR, ESG, and capacity building
  • Fundamentals of the ESG framework and its application
  • The role of stakeholders in sustainability-driven strategies
  • Ethical leadership and principles of corporate governance

COURSE DETAILS

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OBJECTIVES

By the end of this Sustainability Leadership and Corporate Responsibility training course, participants will be able to:

  • Evaluate and apply global best practices in sustainability leadership
  • Implement effective Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) strategies within their organisations
  • Address ethical considerations and strengthen corporate governance frameworks
  • Foster inclusive stakeholder engagement for sustainability initiatives
  • Understand and apply key elements of the Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) model
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TRAINING METHODOLOGY

This training course will use various proven adult learning techniques to ensure maximum understanding, comprehension and retention of the information presented. This includes stimulating presentations supporting each topic and interactive trainer lead sessions of discussion.

There will also be practical sessions where participants can practice and experience course-related activities. Practical and fun exercises, short video presentations, small group work and feedback will facilitate learning.

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ORGANISATIONAL IMPACT

Organisations will benefit from the training course through:

  • Enhanced innovation and continuous improvement driven by sustainable thinking
  • Strengthened competitive positioning through long-term value creation
  • Greater stakeholder trust through responsible business practices
  • Immediate application of skills that support performance and purpose
  • Increased operational efficiency through integrated sustainability efforts
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PERSONAL IMPACT

Participants of this training course will gain:

  • In-demand leadership competencies in sustainability and responsible governance
  • A solid understanding of ESG, CSR, and their relevance to today’s business landscape
  • Greater awareness of global best practices in ethical and sustainable leadership
  • The ability to lead strategic initiatives that align business goals with societal expectations
  • Improved ability to influence organisational culture towards accountability and sustainability
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WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

This KC Academy Sustainability Leadership and Corporate Responsibility training course is suitable for a wide range of professionals but will benefit:

  • All Supervisors, Managers, and Leaders in any organisation
  • Marketing, Communication, and PR Staff
  • Human Resource Management (HRM) Professionals
  • Those Managers who would benefit from an understanding of the topics covered.

DAILY AGENDA

Day 1: Leading and Managing for a Sustainable Future
  • Planet Earth – a fact sheet
  • The three pillars of sustainability
  • What is the business case for sustainability
  • The key competencies of sustainable and transformational leaders
  • Understanding the ESG Framework
Day 2: Stakeholder Analysis and Management
  • Overview of stakeholder engagement and management
  • Key tools for stakeholder management (Register, Matrix, Strategy)
  • Improving stakeholder communications
  • The stakeholder influence process (Agreement & Trust)
  • Stakeholder management mistakes that you should avoid
Day 3: CSR and Corporate Citizenship
  • Understanding Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)
  • The business case for CSR
  • Corporate citizenship and organisational image
  • Important cultural differences
  • Understanding the concept of capacity-building
Day 4: SDGs, Ethics, and Governance
  • The sustainable development goals for 2030
  • An introduction to ethics and corporate governance
  • Ethics and leadership
  • The trolley problem and governance
  • The five ethical paradigms
Day 5: Sustainability Best Practices and ESV
  • What are the world’s best organisations doing?
  • Employer-supported volunteering (ESV)
  • Treating people fairly in your organisation
  • Developing and presenting the case for sustainability in your organisation
  • Personal Action Planning (PAP)
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Certificate

On successful completion of this training course, KC ACademy Certificate will be awarded to the delegates.

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