This module is part of the Global Competent Boards Designation (GCB.D) and Certification Program and the Sustainability Governance Certificate Program.

In this module, you will:

  • Learn how to deal with the rise of shareholder activism, including engagement strategies before the proxy season and beyond

  • Examine common standards and frameworks, such as the International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB) and Task Force for Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD)

  • Study regulations and requirements, including the Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Dodd-Frank Act, human capital accounting and stock exchange requirements

  • Look at the future trends in reporting

  • Understand oversight, accountability and the role of the board committees

  • Gain a Competent Boards Micro-Credential!

Course content includes:

    1. Strategic Topics

    2. Leader Insights: Chiara del Prete

    3. Leader Insights: Lindsey Stewart

    4. Key Takeaways

    5. Optional Leader Insights: Silvio Dulinsky

    1. Module Knowledge Check

    2. Course Completion Survey

    3. Congratulations on Completing the Module!

About this course

  • $450.00
  • 5.1 hours of course content
  • Access for 1 month