Sustainability and Social Impact Auditing

Date

Jul 21 - 25 2025
Ongoing...

Time

8:00 am - 6:00 pm

Sustainability and Social Impact Auditing

Introduction

In an era where businesses are increasingly held accountable for their environmental, social, and governance (ESG) performance, sustainability and social impact auditing has become a vital component of organizational strategy. This course equips participants with the knowledge and skills to conduct audits that assess and report on an organization’s sustainability initiatives and social impact efforts. By integrating cutting-edge tools and frameworks, participants will learn how to lead impactful audits that align with global sustainability goals and stakeholder expectations.


Course Objectives

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

  1. Understand the principles and frameworks of sustainability and social impact auditing.
  2. Assess and measure organizational performance against ESG criteria.
  3. Conduct audits aligned with global standards such as GRI, SASB, and SDGs.
  4. Leverage data analytics and technology to enhance sustainability audits.
  5. Identify risks and opportunities in sustainability and social impact efforts.
  6. Prepare comprehensive audit reports that resonate with stakeholders.

Who Should Attend?

This course is designed for:

  • Auditors and compliance professionals involved in ESG reporting.
  • Sustainability officers and corporate social responsibility (CSR) leaders.
  • Risk management professionals focused on sustainability issues.
  • Consultants and advisors working in sustainability auditing.
  • Business leaders driving ESG initiatives in their organizations.
  • Professionals in industries with high environmental or social impact, such as energy, manufacturing, and finance.

5-Day Training Outline

Day 1: Foundations of Sustainability and Social Impact Auditing

  • Introduction to ESG: Environmental, Social, and Governance Factors
  • The Role of Auditing in Sustainability and Social Impact
  • Global Standards and Frameworks: GRI, SASB, and SDGs
  • Case Studies: Successful Sustainability Audits

Day 2: Conducting Sustainability Audits

  • Planning and Scoping Sustainability and Social Impact Audits
  • Identifying Key Metrics and Indicators for ESG Performance
  • Stakeholder Engagement in the Audit Process
  • Workshop: Developing an ESG Audit Plan

Day 3: Tools and Techniques for Sustainability Auditing

  • Data Collection and Analysis for ESG Metrics
  • Leveraging Technology in Sustainability Auditing
    • Tools for Carbon Footprint Calculation, Supply Chain Analysis, etc.
  • Identifying and Managing Sustainability Risks
  • Practical Exercise: Conducting a Mock Sustainability Audit

Day 4: Reporting and Communicating Audit Results

  • Crafting Comprehensive and Transparent Audit Reports
  • Communicating Findings to Stakeholders and Regulators
  • Integrating Audit Results into Strategic Decision-Making
  • Group Activity: Preparing an ESG Audit Report

Day 5: Future Trends in Sustainability and Social Impact Auditing

  • Emerging Challenges in ESG Auditing
    • Climate Risk Assessment, Diversity and Inclusion Metrics, Circular Economy
  • The Role of AI and Big Data in Sustainability Auditing
  • Preparing for Regulatory Changes and Investor Expectations
  • Capstone Activity: Designing a Sustainability Audit Strategy
    • Teams will present an end-to-end audit plan for a simulated organization.

Course Outcome

This course ensures participants are well-equipped to conduct impactful sustainability and social audits that drive organizational change and align with global ESG goals. Participants will gain practical tools, frameworks, and strategies to lead audits that meet stakeholder expectations, enhance transparency, and contribute to long-term sustainability and social responsibility.

Location

Dubai

Durations

5 Days

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