ESG Essentials for Sustainable Business
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ESG Essentials for Sustainable Business
This course is part of ESG for All Specialization
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What you'll learn
Discover ESG principles, their role in global challenges, and their growing impact on modern business.
Build fluency in ESG terminology and concepts to communicate effectively.
Identify key stakeholders driving ESG initiatives and shaping its landscape.
Skills you'll gain
- Environmental Issue
- Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG)
- Sustainable Development
- Sustainability Standards
- Stakeholder Analysis
- Social Impact
- Strategic Thinking
- Stakeholder Management
- Business Communication
- Governance
- Trend Analysis
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Business Ethics
- Sustainable Business
- Corporate Sustainability
- Accountability
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There are 2 modules in this course
This beginner-friendly course provides a foundational introduction to Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles and their critical role in addressing global environmental and societal challenges. Participants will explore ESG’s growing importance in business and policy, learn key terminology, and gain insights into major players in the ESG landscape. Designed for individuals across all roles and industries, this course equips learners with the knowledge needed to navigate the evolving world of sustainable practices and lay the groundwork for impactful ESG initiatives.
In this module, you will receive a course overview, learn about your instructor's background, and have an opportunity to introduce yourself and meet your peers.
What's included
4 readings1 discussion prompt
4 readings•Total 35 minutes
- Welcome to ESG Essentials for Sustainable Business•10 minutes
- Meet Your Instructor: Andrés Saint-Jean•10 minutes
- Discussion Guidelines•10 minutes
- Report a problem with the course•5 minutes
1 discussion prompt•Total 10 minutes
- Course Introductions•10 minutes
In this module, you’ll uncover what ESG stands for, why it’s increasingly vital, and how core principles guide solutions to pressing global issues. You’ll also trace its growth, familiarize yourself with essential terms, and identify the key influencers in the ESG landscape.
What's included
1 video7 readings1 assignment1 discussion prompt
1 video•Total 1 minute
- Introduction to ESG for All•1 minute
7 readings•Total 80 minutes
- What is the Purpose of ESG Today?•20 minutes
- Three Pillars of ESG•10 minutes
- Key Stakeholders of ESG•10 minutes
- Case Studies: What Does ESG Success Look Like?•10 minutes
- Exploring the Answers: My Role in Implementing ESG•10 minutes
- Let's Recap•10 minutes
- Share your learning experience•10 minutes
1 assignment•Total 30 minutes
- ESG Essentials for Sustainable Business Quiz•30 minutes
1 discussion prompt•Total 10 minutes
- Reflection Exercise: ESG and You•10 minutes
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Reviewed on Nov 25, 2025
additional readings - some are available only after buying subscription. it should be available for free.
Reviewed on Sep 20, 2025
Excellent course... This course is very useful for sustainable business
Reviewed on Aug 24, 2025
It's short but very informative. Good for beginners. There is also pointers to further reading. Highly recommend.
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