Fully Accredited Program Certified Sustainability Reporting Manager (CSRM™)

According to a recent study by Harvard Business Review, companies that prioritize sustainability reporting outperform peers by 4.8%, and those that disclose carbon emissions and climate strategies see an even higher ROI of 21%. In addition, NGOs, consumers, regulators, and investors are increasingly demanding a thorough assessment and management of companies' sustainability practices. To meet these demands, it is imperative for businesses to clearly articulate their sustainability performance and engage positively with their stakeholders.

This Certified Sustainability Reporting Manager (CSRM™) program is designed to empower sustainability leaders with a deep understanding of the best practices and requirements in the field of sustainability reporting. Through real-world case studies, interactive discussions, and hands-on exercises, you will gain a comprehensive understanding of the history, evolution, and current trends in sustainability reporting.

This program will focus on critical sustainability reporting frameworks, including the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC), the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI), the Sustainability Accounting Standards Board (SASB), and the Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD). You will learn how to effectively use these frameworks to develop and implement a sustainability reporting strategy that is aligned with your organization's values, goals, and objectives.

In addition, this program will cover the latest tools and techniques to help you measure and communicate an organization's sustainability performance and progress. You will also gain a thorough understanding of the importance of sustainability data management and be equipped with the latest knowledge and skills to integrate sustainability reporting into your organization and report on environmental, social, and economic performance.

Upon completing this program and passing the Chartered exam, you will earn the Certified Sustainability Reporting Manager (CSRM™) designation. The CSRM™ designation is recognized as a prestigious and highly sought-after credential in the sustainability reporting field. By earning the CSRM™ certification, it will help you possess the necessary skills and knowledge to effectively manage and communicate sustainability initiatives and results. It will also increase your credibility and reputation in the field of sustainability reporting and potentially lead to career advancement opportunities.

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This program will entitle you:

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  • Experience 3 days of instructor-led live program and in-depth learning on incorporating sustainability reporting with latest sustainability trends and standards
  • This program will also help you to grasp the essence of reporting frameworks such as GRI, UNGC, and materiality analysis
  • For inquiries, chat with our Program Advisors at [email protected] or call us at
    • Singapore and Asia Pacific: +65 6716 9980
    • Australia and New Zealand: +61 3 9909 7310
    • UK, Europe and Middle East: +44 (020) 335 57898
    • USA: +1 888 745 8875

Accreditations

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This Certified Sustainability Reporting Manager (CSRM™) program is a mark of and distinction that signifies a fully qualified business professional with sustainability reporting expertise and skill sets. It is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Professional Certifications, which maintains the governing standards for all members. The CSRM™ charter is a trademarked charter available only to professionals who have completed and passed this program. The certification is governed and maintained by Chartered Institute of Professional Certifications with over 90,000 members around the world. It is also endorsed by prominent associations and organizations worldwide.

The content of this program has been fully certified and accredited by CPD as conforming to Continuing Professional Principles.

What Can You Expect From This Certified Program

Sustainability reporting is now more critical than ever, given market trends, regulatory oversight, and growing environmental and social concerns. A report by the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) reveals that 93% of companies engaged in sustainability reporting believe it has enhanced their reputation and increased stakeholder trust. By prioritizing sustainability and providing transparency through reporting, companies can benefit from improved financial performance, risk management, and competitive positioning, as well as enhancing their reputation.

The Certified Sustainability Reporting Manager (CSRM™) program is designed to equip you with deep understanding of the global sustainability reporting landscape and the various reporting frameworks such as UNGC guidelines and GRI reporting standards. You will gain the skills required to measure and monitor sustainability-related variables, including materiality assessment and integrated reporting, and learn about regulatory requirements, external assurance, and reporting standards. By understanding the legal requirements and reporting framework, you will learn how to build robust compliance framework that is essential to be incorporated to your sustainability reports. Additionally, you will also discover how green finance framework can be interlinked with sustainable reporting that plays a huge impact to help your organization to obtain relevant type of financial instruments.

By the end of the program and upon earning the Certified Sustainability Reporting Manager (CSRM™) designation, you will demonstrate your professional credentials and expertise in sustainability reporting, enabling you to develop effective sustainability strategies, analyze sustainability performance, and communicate sustainability results to stakeholders. The highly-regarded CSRM™ certification enhances your professional credentials and opens up new opportunities for growth and advancement in the field of sustainability reporting.

Globally demanded and recognized, this designation is also an industry-recognized trademarked charter developed by the Chartered Institute of Professional Certifications and has lifelong validity. The content of the program has also been independently accredited and certified by CPD as conforming to continuing professional development.

Key Skills You Will Gain

  • Risk Management
  • Sustainability Strategy Development
  • Impact Assessment
  • Corporate Governance
  • Environmental Management
  • Data Management
  • Policy Advocacy And Engagement
  • Reporting Framework Development
  • GRI Reporting Process
  • Sustainable Performance Goals And Metrics
  • Sustainable Report Requirements Analysis
  • Materiality Assessment
  • Sustainability Reports Assurance
  • Sustainable Performance Goals And Metrics
  • GRI Standards
  • Sustainability Accounting Standards Board (SASB) Standards
  • Sustainable Performance Indicators
  • UNGC Reporting Framework
  • Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
  • Social Responsibility Standards
  • Stakeholder Impact Analysis
  • ISO
  • CDP
  • TCFD And SMETA Reporting Guidelines
  • Sustainability Data Management
  • Climate-Related Financial Disclosures
  • Integrated Reporting
  • Successful Sustainability Reporting

Your Faculty Director

Marina Mattera
Marina Mattera
Adjunct Professor and Sustainability Expert

Marina Mattera is an influential sustainability, innovation, and circular economy advocate. She was a former consultant and project manager for the World Bank where she managed all areas of development from policy and provides strategic advice to the identification, preparation, appraisal, and supervision of sustainability projects. As a sustainability expert, Marina was also accredited by the Spanish Ministry of Education as a University Professor for Public and Private Universities where she specializes in Sustainable Development and Social Impact Evaluation, bringing real-world examples into her courses so that students develop a clearer understanding of the topic.

Marina is also a visiting scholar at the Institute for Corporate Responsibility in Washington DC where she designs and analyzes certification for the World Cocoa Foundation that includes sustainably-sourced cocoa, taking into account both EIA (environmental impact assessment) and social impact. Marina’s niche expertise in sustainability has led her to be a regular speaker at international conferences and academia around the sustainable development, social and environmental impact evaluation, and corporate social responsibility field.

Certified Sustainability Reporting Manager (CSRM™) Program Agenda

Module 1 - Introduction To Sustainability Reporting
Module 2 - Compliance And Sustainability Reporting
Module 3 - Global Sustainability Reporting Landscape
Module 4 - UNGC
Module 5 - GRI
Module 6 - Sustainability Reporting And Stock Exchanges
Module 7 - Other Guidelines And Standard
Module 8 - Integrated Reporting
Module 9 - Materiality Assessment
Module 10 - Successful Sustainability Reports
Module 11 - EU Framework
Examination

Chartered Exam

At the end of the program, there will be a Chartered exam comprised of 50 multiple choice questions. Upon passing the exam, you will be accredited with Certified Sustainability Reporting Manager (CSRM™) designation.

  • 98% of students who have taken this exam have passed the exam successfully. Almost all professionals who have taken our courses have passed this exam and attain their Certified Sustainability Reporting Manager (CSRM™) designation
  • The exam has 50 multiple choice questions and you need to answer 25 out of 50 questions correctly to pass the exam
  • You can re-take the exam online as many times as you want, with no additional charges for retaking of exams
  • The program cost already includes the exam fees, so there are no additional charges for taking the exam

If you have challenges passing the exam, you can secure assistance from our team and faculty leader to help you pass the exam.

Certified Sustainability Reporting Manager (CSRM™) Designation

After completing the program and passing the Chartered exam, you will be awarded the Certified Sustainability Reporting Manager (CSRM™) designation that can be used in your resume, CV and other professional credentials. This designation is a global trademark and industry-recognized with lifelong validity.

Globally demanded and recognized, this designation will help you make your mark as an expert in sustainability reporting and management, enhancing your credibility and marketability to potential employers or clients. It is also industry-recognized trademarked charter developed by the Chartered Institute of Professional Certifications and has lifelong validity. CPD have independently accredited the content of the program and certified as conforming to continuing professional development.

Pricing & Registration

Please select one of the locations:

Australia & Asia Pacific

Dates: 5 - 7 Feb 2025

Venue: Online Executive Program (Via Zoom)

Time: 11:00am - 6:30pm Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT)
8:00am - 3:30pm Singapore Standard Time (SGT)
5:30am - 1:00pm India Standard Time (IST)


Early Bird Packages Regular Pricing
By 22 Jan 2025 After 22 Jan 2025
Australia Delegates AUD 2,795 AUD 2,895
Singapore and Other Countries Delegates SGD 2,795 SGD 2,895

Group Discount: 2nd participant get 10%, or register 3 participants and 4th participant get a complimentary seat (1 discount scheme applies) Note: GST is applicable to participants from Singapore registered companies

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Canada

Dates: 19 - 21 Feb 2025

Venue: Online Executive Program (via Zoom)

Time: 8:00am - 3:30pm Pacific Standard Time (PST)
10:00am - 5:30pm Central Standard Time (CST)
11:00am - 6:30pm Eastern Standard Time (EST)


Early Bird Packages Regular Pricing
By 22 Jan 2025 After 22 Jan 2025
Canada Delegates CAD 2,595 CAD 2,695

Group Discount: 2nd participant get 10%, or register 3 participants and 4th participant get a complimentary seat (1 discount scheme applies)

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You can download our program brochure below. If you have any inquiries on this program, please contact our Program Advisor at [email protected] or call us at:

  • Singapore and Asia Pacific: +65 6716 9980
  • Australia and New Zealand: +61 3 9909 7310
  • UK, Europe and Middle East: +44 (020) 335 57898
  • USA: +1 888 745 8875

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On Demand Learning

If you are unable to make it to this program due to the dates, you can also enroll into our program through our on-demand learning. Click on the link below to go to our on demand learning to discover how you can enroll into the program and earn your Charter or certificate through our on demand learning platform.

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Certified Sustainability Reporting Manager (CSRM™) Reviews and Testimonials

Excellent program with a wealth of information and knowledge provided by the instructor.
I'm thoroughly enjoying the CSRM Live course (Certified Sustainability Reporting Manager) with Marina and Gina. Marina is incredibly knowledgeable, and the class size is just right. I would definitely recommend this course.
Very well-run and content-appropriate.
This program has equipped me with invaluable skills and insights to enhance our sustainability initiatives.
The Certified Sustainability Reporting Manager (CSRM™) course was transformative! It equipped me with essential skills and insights to enhance our sustainability initiatives, fostering a deeper commitment to responsible practices within our organization.
The training provided invaluable insights and practical tools that will enhance my ability to drive sustainability initiatives effectively.

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