Executive Programme in Sustainability Performance Management and ESG Reporting
Climate Change, ESG & Sustainability

Executive Programme in Sustainability Performance Management and ESG Reporting

The Executive Programme in Sustainability Performance Management and ESG Reporting 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 Sustainability Performance Management and ESG Reporting equips senior executives, sustainability professionals, finance leaders, strategy managers, and policymakers with the knowledge and practical tools required to develop effective sustainability p...

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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 Sustainability Performance Management and ESG Reporting equips senior executives, sustainability professionals, finance leaders, strategy managers, and policymakers with the knowledge and practical tools required to develop effective sustainability performance management systems and produce high-quality ESG reports aligned with international standards. The programme explores how organizations can establish meaningful ESG Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), integrate sustainability into the Balanced Scorecard and enterprise performance management systems, measure environmental and social impacts, and communicate sustainability performance through globally recognized reporting frameworks. Participants will gain practical experience in designing ESG performance frameworks, conducting materiality assessments, developing sustainability dashboards, preparing integrated reports, and applying leading reporting standards such as the IFRS Sustainability Disclosure Standards (ISSB), Global Reporting Initiative (GRI), Sustainability Accounting Standards Board (SASB), and Integrated Reporting Framework. The programme aligns with globally recognized sustainability and corporate reporting frameworks, enabling organizations to meet evolving regulatory requirements, investor expectations, and international best practices while strengthening transparency, accountability, and long-term organizational resilience.

Learning Objectives

  • Design sustainability performance management systems.
  • Develop ESG Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) aligned with organizational strategy.
  • Integrate sustainability into the Balanced Scorecard and enterprise performance management.
  • Conduct sustainability materiality assessments.
  • Prepare ESG reports using internationally recognized reporting standards.
  • Apply IFRS Sustainability Disclosure Standards (ISSB) and GRI frameworks.
  • Develop sustainability dashboards and executive reporting systems.
  • Strengthen governance, accountability, and sustainability disclosures.
  • Improve organizational decision-making using ESG performance data.
  • Lead sustainability reporting initiatives that enhance stakeholder confidence and long-term value creation.

Course Content

  1. Principles of sustainability performance management
  2. Linking sustainability to organizational strategy
  3. Sustainability governance and accountability
  4. Global trends in ESG performance management

  1. Developing ESG Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
  2. Environmental, social, and governance metrics
  3. Performance targets and benchmarking
  4. ESG data collection and quality management

  1. Integrating sustainability into the Balanced Scorecard
  2. Strategic performance mapping
  3. Sustainability strategy execution
  4. Executive performance dashboards

  1. Double materiality principles
  2. Stakeholder identification and engagement
  3. Materiality assessment methodologies
  4. Prioritizing sustainability issues

  1. IFRS S1 General Requirements
  2. IFRS S2 Climate-related Disclosures
  3. Sustainability disclosure requirements
  4. Implementation strategies and compliance

  1. Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) Standards
  2. Integrated Reporting Framework (<IR>)
  3. Sustainability Accounting Standards Board (SASB)
  4. Preparing integrated sustainability reports

  1. Climate-related financial disclosures
  2. ESG assurance and verification
  3. Internal controls for sustainability reporting
  4. Enhancing transparency and credibility

  1. ESG information systems
  2. Sustainability dashboards and visualization
  3. Digital reporting technologies
  4. Data governance and reporting automation

  1. Continuous sustainability performance improvement
  2. Linking ESG performance to organizational value
  3. Innovation through sustainability measurement
  4. Building a high-performance sustainability culture

  1. Designing a sustainability reporting roadmap
  2. Institutional reporting governance
  3. Executive implementation planning
  4. Monitoring, evaluation, and continuous improvement

Who Should Attend?

  • Chief Executive Officers
  • Finance Directors
  • Chief Sustainability Officers
  • Strategy Directors
  • ESG Managers
  • Sustainability Managers
  • Corporate Affairs Managers
  • Performance Management Officers
  • Risk Managers
  • Internal Auditors
  • Monitoring and Evaluation Specialists
  • Corporate Planning Managers
  • Company Secretaries
  • Public Sector Executives
  • Development Partners
  • Regulators
  • Consultants
  • Compliance Officers
  • Board Members
  • NGO Executives

Training Methodology

  • Executive presentations
  • Interactive discussions
  • International case studies
  • Hands-on reporting workshops
  • Practical simulations
  • Group assignments
  • Strategy laboratories
  • Peer learning
  • Executive coaching

Your facilitator

Mr Elisha Otieno

Mr Elisha Otieno

Trainer

MERL Specialist and Professional , statistician, Data & AI Analytics Consultant, Trainer with 20+ years of experience across statistics, data analytics, monitoring, evaluation, research, learning, data systems and digital transformation. Experienced in translating complex analytical, AI and MERL concepts into practical, decision-oriented solutions for government institutions, financial institutions, NGOs, international development organisations, research teams and professional audiences. Has del

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What's Included

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

Certification

Certificate in Sustainability Performance Management and ESG Reporting

Issued by: TRUSTGATE CORPORATE SKILLS

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the Executive Programme in Sustainability Performance Management and ESG Reporting training?

The Executive Programme in Sustainability Performance Management and ESG Reporting 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 Sustainability Performance Management and ESG Reporting 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 Sustainability Performance Management and ESG Reporting 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 Sustainability Performance Management and ESG Reporting training?

The next scheduled session runs from 30 November 2026 to 4 December 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 Sustainability Performance Management and ESG Reporting?

Yes. Participants who complete the Executive Programme in Sustainability Performance Management and ESG Reporting receive a certificate of completion from TRUSTGATE CORPORATE SKILLS.

What will I learn in the Executive Programme in Sustainability Performance Management and ESG Reporting?

Key learning outcomes include: Design sustainability performance management systems; Develop ESG Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) aligned with organizational strategy; Integrate sustainability into the Balanced Scorecard and enterprise performance management; Conduct sustainability materiality assessments; Prepare ESG reports using internationally recognized reporting standards.