Introduction to ESG Training Course
$27.50 inc. GST
This course introduces the principles of Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) — one of the most widely adopted frameworks for measuring how organisations manage their responsibilities beyond profit. Drawing on the evolution of corporate social responsibility (CSR), it explains what ESG means in practice, why it matters from environmental, social and governance perspectives, and how organisations can use ESG standards to demonstrate accountability to investors, employees and stakeholders.
Designed for both managers and employees across Australian and New Zealand organisations, this course includes a digital certificate on completion — giving individuals and organisations a verifiable record of ESG awareness.
This course will take approximately 49 minutes to complete.
Why is the Introduction to ESG Course Important?
ESG is no longer a voluntary consideration for large corporations — it is increasingly expected by investors, regulators, customers and prospective employees across organisations of all sizes. Organisations that cannot clearly articulate their ESG position risk reputational damage, reduced access to capital, and stakeholder distrust. At the same time, employees who understand ESG can actively contribute to the behaviours and decisions that shape an organisation’s standing.
This course helps close the gap between ESG as a policy statement and ESG as a lived organisational practice — giving both leaders and workers the knowledge they need to play their part.
Who Should Complete This Course
- Managers and directors are responsible for applying ESG principles across an organisation
- Board members or senior leaders are accountable for governance and reporting obligations
- Employees who want to understand how ESG applies to their role and workplace
- HR, sustainability, or compliance professionals developing or implementing ESG frameworks
Topics Covered
- An overview of ESG
- ESG Standards
- Deep dive: Environment
- Deep dive: Social
- Deep dive: Governance
Course Experience
This course is fully online and accessible anytime — no scheduling or travel required. Learning is interactive and scenario-based, helping participants connect ESG concepts to real organisational situations rather than abstract theory. The course is self-paced, so learners can pause and resume at any time to fit their schedule.
Assessment is included: learners must correctly answer 5 out of 6 questions to pass. On successful completion, an instant digital certificate is issued — ready to share or file immediately.
The course is built to WCAG 2.2 AA accessibility standards and is suitable for learners across all literacy levels.
Assessment
Yes, learners must correctly answer 5 out of 6 questions to pass
Related Courses
Related Courses
- Ethics: Introduction to Workplace Ethics Training Course
- Ethics: Leaders and Managers Training Course
- Ethics: Employees and Workers Training Course
- Conflict of Interests Training Course (AUS Version)
- Anti-Money Laundering Training Course (AUS Version)
- Privacy in the Workplace Training Course (AUS Version)
- Duty of Care for Employees Training Course
- WHS Fundamentals for Employees – AU Model Laws Training Course (AUS Version)
- Equal Employment Opportunity for Employees Training Course (AUS Version)
Learning Outcomes
On completing this course, learners will be able to:
- Identify the key components of the ESG framework and how they differ from traditional business reporting
- Explain the relationship between ESG and corporate social responsibility (CSR)
- Describe environmental, social and governance responsibilities from an organisational perspective
- Understand why socially conscious investors and stakeholders use ESG as a measure of organisational performance
- Contribute to ESG-aligned behaviours and decision-making within their organisation
Organisational Benefits
- Informed leadership and workforce — Managers and employees who understand ESG are better positioned to apply it consistently across the organisation, not just at the executive level
- Stronger stakeholder confidence — Documented ESG awareness training demonstrates to investors, clients and partners that ESG is embedded in organisational culture, not just policy
- Improved governance and accountability — Training builds a shared understanding of what good governance looks like in practice, reducing the risk of reputational exposure
- Support for reporting and disclosure — Organisations with ESG-literate teams are better equipped to meet growing expectations around sustainability reporting and disclosure
- Competitive positioning — ESG awareness is increasingly a factor in attracting and retaining talent, particularly among purpose-driven employees and graduates
| Platforms | Desktop, laptop, tablet or mobile (widescreen) |
| Browsers | Chrome, Edge, Firefox and Safari are supported (typically versions from 2019 onwards). IE11 is not supported |
| Hosting | Enrol in Tribal Habits portal |
| Accessible | Yes, meets WCAG 2.2 guidelines at a Level AA standard – More info on WCAG 2.2 here |
Description
Why is the Introduction to ESG Course Important?
ESG is no longer a voluntary consideration for large corporations — it is increasingly expected by investors, regulators, customers and prospective employees across organisations of all sizes. Organisations that cannot clearly articulate their ESG position risk reputational damage, reduced access to capital, and stakeholder distrust. At the same time, employees who understand ESG can actively contribute to the behaviours and decisions that shape an organisation’s standing.
This course helps close the gap between ESG as a policy statement and ESG as a lived organisational practice — giving both leaders and workers the knowledge they need to play their part.
Who Should Complete This Course
- Managers and directors are responsible for applying ESG principles across an organisation
- Board members or senior leaders are accountable for governance and reporting obligations
- Employees who want to understand how ESG applies to their role and workplace
- HR, sustainability, or compliance professionals developing or implementing ESG frameworks
Topics Covered
Topics Covered
- An overview of ESG
- ESG Standards
- Deep dive: Environment
- Deep dive: Social
- Deep dive: Governance
Experience
Course Experience
This course is fully online and accessible anytime — no scheduling or travel required. Learning is interactive and scenario-based, helping participants connect ESG concepts to real organisational situations rather than abstract theory. The course is self-paced, so learners can pause and resume at any time to fit their schedule.
Assessment is included: learners must correctly answer 5 out of 6 questions to pass. On successful completion, an instant digital certificate is issued — ready to share or file immediately.
The course is built to WCAG 2.2 AA accessibility standards and is suitable for learners across all literacy levels.
Assessment
Yes, learners must correctly answer 5 out of 6 questions to pass
Related Courses
Related Courses
- Ethics: Introduction to Workplace Ethics Training Course
- Ethics: Leaders and Managers Training Course
- Ethics: Employees and Workers Training Course
- Conflict of Interests Training Course (AUS Version)
- Anti-Money Laundering Training Course (AUS Version)
- Privacy in the Workplace Training Course (AUS Version)
- Duty of Care for Employees Training Course
- WHS Fundamentals for Employees – AU Model Laws Training Course (AUS Version)
- Equal Employment Opportunity for Employees Training Course (AUS Version)
Outcomes
Learning Outcomes
On completing this course, learners will be able to:
- Identify the key components of the ESG framework and how they differ from traditional business reporting
- Explain the relationship between ESG and corporate social responsibility (CSR)
- Describe environmental, social and governance responsibilities from an organisational perspective
- Understand why socially conscious investors and stakeholders use ESG as a measure of organisational performance
- Contribute to ESG-aligned behaviours and decision-making within their organisation
Organisational Benefits
- Informed leadership and workforce — Managers and employees who understand ESG are better positioned to apply it consistently across the organisation, not just at the executive level
- Stronger stakeholder confidence — Documented ESG awareness training demonstrates to investors, clients and partners that ESG is embedded in organisational culture, not just policy
- Improved governance and accountability — Training builds a shared understanding of what good governance looks like in practice, reducing the risk of reputational exposure
- Support for reporting and disclosure — Organisations with ESG-literate teams are better equipped to meet growing expectations around sustainability reporting and disclosure
- Competitive positioning — ESG awareness is increasingly a factor in attracting and retaining talent, particularly among purpose-driven employees and graduates
Accessibility
| Platforms | Desktop, laptop, tablet or mobile (widescreen) |
| Browsers | Chrome, Edge, Firefox and Safari are supported (typically versions from 2019 onwards). IE11 is not supported |
| Hosting | Enrol in Tribal Habits portal |
| Accessible | Yes, meets WCAG 2.2 guidelines at a Level AA standard – More info on WCAG 2.2 here |
