A Beginners Guide to Sustainability Reporting and GRI Content Index Course-Registration for CMA Members
To: All Esteemed Members of the Institute.
Subject: Exclusive Opportunity to Register for ‘A Beginners Guide to Sustainability Reporting and GRI Content Index Course’ at a Special Price for ICMAB Members.
Dear Sir,
We are thrilled to announce a unique learning opportunity exclusively for our valued members. The Institute of Cost and Management Accountants of Bangladesh (ICMAB) has collaborated with GRI Academy to offer a specialized course titled “A Beginners Guide to Sustainability Reporting and GRI Content Index Course” on March 8, 2024 (Friday) at the Annex Building of ICMAB from 9:30 am to 7:00 pm.
The primary objective of this course is to cultivate a cadre of specialists proficient in sustainability reporting. This initiative is foundational to preparing participants for the GRI Professional Certification Courses. Upon completion, the trained professionals will be equipped to serve as trainers in the field of sustainability reporting and contribute to sustainability auditing processes. This initiative’s overarching aim is to enhance our members’ professional skill sets, aligning them with the evolving reporting landscape.
Special Offer for ICMAB Members
This course, typically priced at 125 Euros (approximately Tk. 15,000) for the online mode with limited content, is now accessible to you in a physical format with extended contents at a significantly reduced cost of only Tk. 10,000. This is an exceptional offer, tailored specifically for our members, to enhance your knowledge and skills in sustainability reporting based on the globally recognized GRI standards.
Course Design
This course is meticulously crafted for those new to business sustainability and sustainability reporting principles. It caters to a diverse audience, including students, professionals transitioning to sustainability roles, and individuals with a keen interest in the subject. The course serves as an exemplary foundation for beginners in this domain.
Structured into five comprehensive sections, the course employs a blend of video and interactive formats to delve into key facets of sustainable development and sustainability reporting. Each section is designed to provide a thorough introductory understanding of sustainability concepts and practices, paving the way for further specialized learning.
Participants will engage in a series of knowledge checks at the end of each section, culminating in the award of a certificate by GRI Academy and ICMAB upon successful completion of all assessments. The course format includes video-based content for parts one to four and an interactive module for part five. Attendees are advised to bring their laptops for the training session to facilitate optimal learning engagement.
Why This Course?
The course is designed to equip professionals like you with essential skills in sustainability reporting and mastery of the GRI content index. It’s an invaluable opportunity to stay ahead in the evolving reporting landscape.
After completing this course, you will be able to:
- Define what a GRI content index is and describe its function in a sustainability report
- Explain how reporting with the GRI Standards should be reflected in the report’s content index
- Identify the main elements that must be included in the GRI content index
- Follow best practices when preparing the GRI content index
How to Register
To take advantage of this special offer, please complete your registration on or before February 29, 2024, using the link: https://erp.icmab.gov.bd/erp_icmab/Users/Login.aspx. Please note that places are limited, and registrations will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. We urge you to act promptly to secure your spot.
Resource persons
Dr. Aditi Haldar, Director, GRI South Asia, and her Associate(s)
Further Correspondence
If you require any further information, please feel free to contact Mr Md. Rafiqul Islam, Additional Director, ICMAB Training Department (cell 01847360660).
This course is not just an educational journey; it’s an investment in your professional development and a step towards a sustainable future. We are excited to offer this opportunity and look forward to your participation.
Thank you for your attention, and we hope to see you in the course.