Start date: 05 February 2025
Duration: This programme is available on demand. It consists of a total of 60 hours, which can be taken in your own time.
Location: Online
Certificate: ACCA Professional Diploma
Cost: €849
Course code: N/A
Programme overview
The ACCA Professional Diploma in Sustainability is designed to support finance professionals who are committed to leading their clients towards compliance with the latest CSRD and IFRS Sustainability standards.
The programme is structured into four modules, each designed to provide participants with the expertise needed to navigate the complexities of sustainable finance. By enrolling in this program, finance professionals will gain a full understanding of Sustainability, develop skills in setting up measurement systems and learn how to create compliance reports that meet IFRS Sustainability standards.
The course begins with Sustainability Frameworks and Ethics, where participants delve into the foundational principles and ethical standards that govern sustainable practices.
The second module, Sustainability and Management, focuses on measuring risk, monitoring performance, and establishing robust measurement systems.
In the third module, Sustainability Reporting, participants will learn to create compliant reports that meet stringent IFRS sustainability standards, including the integration of sustainability into financial statements.
Finally, the Sustainability Assurance module will provide insights into the assurance process and the sustainability assurance cycle, emphasizing the importance of verification and accountability in sustainable practices.
This programme is certified by the ACCA and is open to non-ACCA members.
Learning Outcomes
On completion of the training programme, participants will:
Understand Sustainability
Roles and responsibilities in relation to sustainability matters.
Ethical behaviour for organisations & Professionals
Strategic planning and alignment
Governance, risk and control
Decision-making and measurement
Preparing sustainability reports
IFRS Sustainability Disclosure Standards
Analysis of sustainability reports
Frameworks for sustainability assurance
Sustainability assurance cycle
Current issues and developments in sustainability assurance
Who Is This Course For?
This programme was created in response to the CSRD legislation that requires finance professionals to report on sustainability issues. The programme was created in collaboration with industry and the need to urgently upskill in this area.
Modules
Sustainability Frameworks and Ethics
This module provides a foundational understanding of sustainability concepts, frameworks, and ethical considerations. It covers:
- Sustainability overview
- Frameworks and global differences
- Roles and responsibilities in relation to sustainability matters
- Ethical behaviour for organisations
- Ethical behaviours for professionals
Sustainability Strategy and Management
This module focuses on the strategic aspects of sustainability, including planning, governance, risk management, and decision-making. It covers:
- Strategic planning and alignment
- Governance, risk and control
- Decision-making and measurement
- The role of technology and information systems
Sustainability Reporting
This module covers the preparation, analysis, and assurance of sustainability reports, including the application of IFRS Sustainability Disclosure Standards. It covers:
- Preparing sustainability reports
- IFRS Sustainability Disclosure Standards
- Interactions between sustainability reporting frameworks
- Analysis of sustainability reports
- Sustainability and the financial statements
Sustainability Assurance
This module focuses on the principles, frameworks, and processes involved in sustainability assurance engagements. It covers:
- Frameworks for sustainability assurance
- Sustainability assurance cycle
- Current issues and developments in sustainability assurance
To book a place contact aidan.callan@dundalkskillnet.ie
Applications Closing on 05/02/2025
