Executive Programme in Climate Risk, Business Resilience and Strategic Adaptation
Climate Change, ESG & Sustainability

Executive Programme in Climate Risk, Business Resilience and Strategic Adaptation

The Executive Programme in Climate Risk, Business Resilience and Strategic Adaptation is a 5-day professional training programme delivered in-person or online in Climate Change, ESG & Sustainability, ending with a TrustGate Corporate Skills certificate of completion.

The Executive Programme in Climate Risk, Business Resilience and Strategic Adaptation equips senior executives, board members, policymakers, and risk professionals with the knowledge and practical tools required to identify, assess, and manage climate-related risks while build...

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5 Days Expert Instructors Certificate Included Online & In-Person
Part of TrustGate's
Sustainability & ESG programme
ESG strategy, climate risk and sustainable business leadership for African organisations.

Course Overview

The Executive Programme in Climate Risk, Business Resilience and Strategic Adaptation equips senior executives, board members, policymakers, and risk professionals with the knowledge and practical tools required to identify, assess, and manage climate-related risks while building resilient and adaptive organizations. Participants will learn how to integrate climate risk into enterprise risk management, undertake climate scenario planning, strengthen business continuity systems, develop adaptation strategies, and enhance organizational resilience against current and emerging climate threats. Drawing upon internationally recognized frameworks and global best practices, the programme combines executive presentations, practical workshops, case studies, and simulation exercises to help participants develop actionable resilience strategies that safeguard organizational performance, protect critical assets, strengthen governance, and capitalize on opportunities arising from the transition to a climate-resilient economy. The programme aligns with leading international standards including ISO 31000, ISO 22301, the Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD), IFRS Sustainability Disclosure Standards (ISSB), the Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction, and the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Learning Objectives

  • Understand the nature and implications of climate-related risks.
  • Integrate climate risks into enterprise risk management frameworks.
  • Conduct climate risk and vulnerability assessments.
  • Apply climate scenario planning to strategic decision-making.
  • Develop effective climate adaptation and resilience strategies.
  • Strengthen business continuity and disaster preparedness systems.
  • Improve governance and oversight of climate resilience initiatives.
  • Build resilient supply chains and operational systems.
  • Enhance organizational preparedness for climate-related disruptions.
  • Lead organizational adaptation and resilience transformation.

Course Content

  1. Climate science and global risk trends
  2. Physical, transition, and liability risks
  3. Climate risk drivers affecting organizations
  4. Strategic implications of climate change

  1. Climate risk identification and analysis
  2. Climate risk assessment methodologies
  3. Integrating climate risk into Enterprise Risk Management (ERM)
  4. Risk prioritization and treatment strategies

  1. Climate scenario development techniques
  2. Scenario analysis for strategic planning
  3. Forecasting future climate impacts
  4. Decision-making under uncertainty

  1. Principles of organizational resilience
  2. Resilient leadership and governance
  3. Building adaptive organizational capabilities
  4. Measuring resilience performance

  1. Climate adaptation frameworks
  2. Adaptation planning and implementation
  3. Climate-resilient infrastructure and operations
  4. Nature-based and ecosystem-based adaptation solutions

  1. Business Continuity Management (BCM) principles
  2. Crisis management and emergency response
  3. Disaster recovery planning
  4. Continuity testing and organizational readiness

  1. Climate risks across supply chains
  2. Sustainable procurement and supplier resilience
  3. Operational continuity strategies
  4. Resource efficiency and resilience

  1. Climate governance and board oversight
  2. Climate-related disclosure frameworks
  3. Regulatory compliance and reporting obligations
  4. Monitoring resilience performance

  1. Climate finance mechanisms
  2. Resilience investment planning
  3. Cost-benefit analysis of adaptation measures
  4. Mobilizing resources for resilience programmes

  1. Developing a climate resilience roadmap
  2. Leading organizational change and adaptation
  3. Embedding resilience into corporate strategy
  4. Executive action planning and continuous improvement

Who Should Attend?

  • Chief Executive Officers
  • Board Members
  • Executive Directors
  • Permanent Secretaries
  • Senior Government Officials
  • Risk Managers
  • Strategy Directors
  • Business Continuity Managers
  • Disaster Risk Management Professionals
  • Sustainability Managers
  • Environmental Managers
  • Infrastructure Managers
  • Operations Managers
  • Finance Directors
  • Development Partners
  • Regulators
  • Consultants
  • NGOs
  • County Government Executives
  • Public Sector Leaders

Training Methodology

  • Executive presentations
  • Interactive discussions
  • International case studies
  • Group workshops
  • Climate scenario simulations
  • Business continuity exercises
  • Strategy laboratories
  • Peer learning
  • Action planning sessions

What's Included

Certificate of completion
Training materials included
Lunch and refreshments (physical)
Post-training support

Certification

Certificate in Climate Risk, Business Resilience and Strategic Adaptation

Issued by: TRUSTGATE CORPORATE SKILLS

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the Executive Programme in Climate Risk, Business Resilience and Strategic Adaptation training?

The Executive Programme in Climate Risk, Business Resilience and Strategic Adaptation runs for 5 Days. Each day combines expert-led teaching with practical, hands-on exercises so participants can apply what they learn immediately.

Is the Executive Programme in Climate Risk, Business Resilience and Strategic Adaptation delivered online or in-person?

This course is delivered in person (scheduled venues include Mombasa, Kampala, Nairobi, Dar es Salaam), live online, or in-house at your organisation.

How much does the Executive Programme in Climate Risk, Business Resilience and Strategic Adaptation cost?

The fee is US$600 per person online and US$1,400 per person in person. In-person fees depend on the participant's country; the pricing card on this page shows the fee for yours.

When is the next Executive Programme in Climate Risk, Business Resilience and Strategic Adaptation training?

The next scheduled session runs from 16 November 2026 to 20 November 2026 in Mombasa, Kenya. You can also request a custom date or an in-house session for your team.

Do I get a certificate after completing the Executive Programme in Climate Risk, Business Resilience and Strategic Adaptation?

Yes. Participants who complete the Executive Programme in Climate Risk, Business Resilience and Strategic Adaptation receive a certificate of completion from TRUSTGATE CORPORATE SKILLS.

What will I learn in the Executive Programme in Climate Risk, Business Resilience and Strategic Adaptation?

Key learning outcomes include: Understand the nature and implications of climate-related risks; Integrate climate risks into enterprise risk management frameworks; Conduct climate risk and vulnerability assessments; Apply climate scenario planning to strategic decision-making; Develop effective climate adaptation and resilience strategies.