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Free Diploma Centre online course on Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG)
Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG) is the theme for the Diploma Centre’s 2024 Massive Open Online Course (MOOC) starting on Tuesday 11 June 2024.
This free online course is open to all and part of the Law Society of Ireland’s Public Legal Education initiative.
MOOCs feature online recorded and streamed presentations, together with interactive discussion forums and quizzes that allow participants to engage directly with our expert presenters.
This year’s MOOC will provide participants with a comprehensive guide to the evolving legal landscape of ESG, a detailed examination of ESG reporting obligations, together with an overview of common sustainability principles and frameworks, and a focused view of the impact on various sectors and industries.
Expert speakers, lawyers and academics will examine many topics, including:
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the current legal landscape of ESG;
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developing an ESG strategy for your firm or business;
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ESG reporting obligations;
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biodiversity and ecosystems;
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climate change and decarbonisation;
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diversity and inclusion;
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ESG corporate governance issues, and much more.
There are 7 CPD points available for completing this MOOC.
The course runs over 5 weeks starting on 11 June 2024.
Register now
Visit the MOOC webpage to register for the course.