Programme Overview
Training Description
HR Managers and Directors
• ESG and Sustainability Officers
• Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) Professionals
• Talent and Workforce Planners
• HR Business Partners
• Organizational Development Specialists
• Employee Relations Managers
• Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Leaders
• Learning and Development Managers
Session Objectives
- Align HR strategies with environmental and social impact goals
- • Integrate sustainability into workforce planning and employee engagement
- Embed ethical governance in recruitment, promotion, and leadership
- Design inclusive policies that promote equity and justice
About the Course
As organizations embrace environmental, social, and governance (ESG) frameworks, the role of Human Resources becomes central to driving meaningful change. The ESG & HR: Sustainability Practices in People Management Training Course empowers HR professionals to align talent strategies with sustainable development goals (SDGs), stakeholder expectations, and ethical business practices. From embedding ESG principles into hiring and performance management to fostering inclusive workplaces and supporting employee well-being, this course provides a strategic blueprint for HR teams to lead ESG transformation from within.
This training delivers practical tools and actionable insights on how to integrate ESG metrics into workforce planning, diversity initiatives, learning programs, and organizational values. Participants will learn to develop ESG-aligned HR policies, manage sustainability reporting, and drive cultural shifts that support climate action, social justice, and long-term governance. Ideal for HR leaders seeking to future-proof their organizations, the course bridges the gap between people management and sustainable impact.
Curriculum & Topics
9 Topics | 5 Days
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Subtopic 1.1: Overview of ESG principles and frameworks
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Subtopic 1.2: HR as a driver of sustainable business transformation
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Subtopic 1.3: Evolving regulatory landscape and ESG compliance
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Subtopic 1.4: Aligning people strategies with ESG targets
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Subtopic 1.5: HR’s contribution to stakeholder trust and transparency
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Subtopic 2.1: Sustainable workplace operations and green HRM
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Subtopic 2.2: Carbon reduction strategies in workforce planning
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Subtopic 2.3: Remote and hybrid work’s environmental impact
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Subtopic 2.4: Encouraging eco-conscious behaviors among employees
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Subtopic 2.5: Integrating climate goals into HR KPIs
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Subtopic 3.1: Building equitable hiring and advancement processes
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Subtopic 3.2: Promoting DEI through culture and leadership
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Subtopic 3.3: Designing benefits that support social well-being
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Subtopic 3.4: Gender equity, pay transparency, and fair labor
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Subtopic 3.5: Supporting underrepresented groups in the workforce
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Subtopic 4.1: Ethical leadership and integrity in HR decisions
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Subtopic 4.2: Governance principles in performance evaluations
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Subtopic 4.3: Anti-corruption and conflict of interest policies
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Subtopic 4.4: Fair grievance and whistleblower systems
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Subtopic 4.5: Compliance with global labor standards
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Subtopic 5.1: Identifying key ESG indicators for HR
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Subtopic 5.2: Workforce sustainability dashboards and reporting
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Subtopic 5.3: Linking employee engagement to ESG performance
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Subtopic 5.4: Benchmarking HR contributions to ESG outcomes
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Subtopic 6.1: Building ESG awareness into training programs
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Subtopic 6.2: Developing sustainability-minded leaders
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Subtopic 6.3: Upskilling HR teams on ESG trends and compliance
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Subtopic 6.4: Fostering a culture of lifelong learning and responsibility
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Subtopic 6.5: ESG in executive coaching and succession planning
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Subtopic 7.1: Mental health and psychological safety initiatives
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Subtopic 7.2: Programs for financial wellness and work-life balance
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Subtopic 7.3: Health and safety policies that support ESG priorities
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Subtopic 7.4: Well-being KPIs in HR scorecards
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Subtopic 7.5: Resilience building and employee support systems
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Subtopic 8.1: Responsible sourcing and ethical labor practices
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Subtopic 8.2: Addressing modern slavery and child labor risks
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Subtopic 8.3: HR due diligence in supplier assessments
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Subtopic 8.4: Partnering with procurement for workforce compliance
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Subtopic 8.5: Promoting decent work across the value chain
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Subtopic 9.1: Embedding ESG in organizational values and behaviors
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Subtopic 9.2: Change management approaches to ESG adoption
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Subtopic 9.3: Storytelling and communication of ESG progress
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Subtopic 9.4: Engaging employees in sustainability efforts
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Subtopic 9.5: Creating cross-functional ESG champions in HR