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The ESG Guide: Metrics That Make a Difference 4.5 Credits

Jan 28, 2025, 01:30 PM ET

The ESG Guide: Metrics That Make a Difference 4.5 Credits

Strategies for Selecting and Monitoring Key Performance Indicators

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Jan 28, 2025, 01:30 PM ET

Learning Objective

  • Review the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, Planetary Boundaries, and main sustainability reporting standards.
  • Describe major ESG investment ratings agencies and the World Economic Forum ESG metrics.
  • Select appropriate ESG indicators and understand the characteristics and measurement challenges of ESG performance measures.
  • Distinguish between impact, output, and outcome measures, and explore the Future Fit Business Benchmark.
  • Identify international standards for greenhouse gas measurement, main greenhouse gases from human activity, and the three categories of emissions.
  • Create a plan to measure and improve your organization’s greenhouse gas emissions and overall ESG performance.

Course Overview

Are you ready to dive into the world of ESG metrics and environmental, social, and governance performance? In this course, we'll explore a wide range of measures, discover how to select the right ones for your organization and learn how to interpret the results to drive a positive impact.

Why are ESG indicators crucial, and how do they shape the modern corporate landscape? Join us as we unravel the significance of these metrics, their role in regulatory requirements, and their impact on stakeholders and communities.

Measuring ESG performance can be challenging, but it's essential for our planet's well-being. We'll navigate the complexities together, understanding the importance of these metrics and how they contribute to saving lives, habitats, and the overall state of our planet.

Key Topics covered in this course:

  • Understand the importance of ESG indicators and their role in measuring sustainability.
  • Review current sustainability reporting standards and the main ESG investment ratings.
  • Explore the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and Planetary Boundaries.
  • Learn about input, output, and impact measures, and the World Economic Forum ESG metrics.
  • Identify key environmental, social, and governance metrics, and select appropriate ESG indicators for your organization.
  • Analyze and improve ESG performance, including calculating your organization's greenhouse gas emissions.

Join us for this CPE Accounting Webinar, and we hope you find this course both enlightening and enjoyable as we explore the world of ESG performance measurement.

On Demand Credits for All Qualifications

Live Webinar Credits for All Qualifications

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Accounting for Certified Public Accountants (CPA-US) 4.5 CPE Approved
Financial Accounting for Certified Internal Auditors (CIA) 4.5 CPE Eligible
Accounting for Certified Management Accountants (CMA) 4.5 CPE Eligible
Accounting for Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) 4.5 PL Eligible
Accounting for Delaware Licensed Public Accountant (DE-LPA) 4.5 CPE Eligible
Accounting for Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM) 4.5 CPE Eligible
Accounting for Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) 4.5 CPE Eligible
Accounting for Internal Audit Practitioner (IAP) 4.5 CPE Eligible
Financial Reporting for Certified Financial Forensics (CFF) 4.5 CPD Eligible
Financial accounting for Certified Valuation Analyst (CVA) 4.5 CPE Eligible
Accounting for Qualification in Internal Audit Leadership (QIAL) 4.5 CPE Eligible
Accounting for Iowa Licensed Public Accountant (IA-LPA) 4.5 CPE Eligible
Accounting for Maine Licensed Public Accountant (ME-LPA) 4.5 CPE Eligible
Accounting for CIPM 4.5 PL Eligible
Financial accounting for Certified Business Appraiser (CBA)/Master Certified Business Appraiser (MCBA) 4.5 CPE Eligible
Financial accounting concepts for Certified FP&A Professional (FP&A) 4.5 CE Eligible
License details Credits Status
Accounting for Certified Public Accountants (CPA-US) 3.5 CPE Approved
Financial Accounting for Certified Internal Auditors (CIA) 3.5 CPE Eligible
Accounting for Certified Management Accountants (CMA) 3.5 CPE Eligible
Accounting for Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) 3.5 PL Eligible
Accounting for Delaware Licensed Public Accountant (DE-LPA) 3.5 CPE Eligible
Accounting for Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM) 3.5 CPE Eligible
Accounting for Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) 3.5 CPE Eligible
Accounting for Internal Audit Practitioner (IAP) 3.5 CPE Eligible
Financial Reporting for Certified Financial Forensics (CFF) 3.5 CPD Eligible
Financial accounting for Certified Valuation Analyst (CVA) 3.5 CPE Eligible
Accounting for Qualification in Internal Audit Leadership (QIAL) 3.5 CPE Eligible
Accounting for Iowa Licensed Public Accountant (IA-LPA) 3.5 CPE Eligible
Accounting for Maine Licensed Public Accountant (ME-LPA) 3.5 CPE Eligible
Accounting for CIPM 3.5 PL Eligible
Financial accounting for Certified Business Appraiser (CBA)/Master Certified Business Appraiser (MCBA) 3.5 CPE Eligible
Financial accounting concepts for Certified FP&A Professional (FP&A) 3.5 CE Eligible

Additional Information

Credits

4.5

Course Level

Basic

Instructional Method

QAS Self Study
Group Internet Based

Pre-requisites

None

Advance Preparation

None

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About Instructor

Expand Your Accounting Skills with CPE/CPD Courses by Ross Maynard
Ross Maynard

Managing Director, Ideas2Action Process Excellence Ltd

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My philosophy is to inspire, challenge and support change. I have nearly 30 years’ experience as a business author and consultant. 

As a consultant, I specialise in process improvement based on the Lean philosophy. I facilitate improvement teams and provide expertise in performance measurement and management; problem solving; and process improvement. 

As well as delivering webinars for MyCPE, I develop courses and webinars for the ACCA (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants) in the UK and other specialist business and finance providers.


I live in Scotland, near Glasgow, with my wife, daughter and Cocker Spaniel.

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Self Study QAS (Quality Assurance Service) is a NASBA and other regulatory bodies approved program designed for Professionals to complete their Continuing Professional Education credits through self-paced, interactive courses that meet the highest standards of quality and compliance. We are approved by NASBA, IRS, CFP Board, HRCI, SHRM, Payroll Org, FP Canada, and 25+ other regulatory bodies.

How do I earn CPE credits through self-study?

To earn CPE credits, you must complete the self-study course, pass the required assessments, and submit the necessary documentation. Credits are awarded based on the completion of course hours and successfully passing the assessments.

Are the self-study courses approved by NASBA and other regulatory bodies?

Yes, all our self-study courses are approved by NASBA, IRS, CFP Board, HRCI, SHRM, Payroll Org, FP Canada, and 25+ other regulatory bodies, ensuring they meet the rigorous standards for quality and educational content set by these organizations.

What are the requirements to maintain compliance with self-study courses?

To maintain compliance, you must follow the guidelines set by NASBA and other regulatory bodies, which include completing the course within the specified timeframe, passing the assessments, and keeping accurate records of your learning activities.

How can I access my course completion certificates?

After successfully completing a self-study course and passing the assessments, you can access and download your course completion certificates from your account dashboard on our platform. These certificates are recognized by NASBA, IRS, CFP Board, HRCI, SHRM, Payroll Org, FP Canada, and 25+ other regulatory bodies for compliance and reporting purposes.

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A Live Webinar Group Internet-Based Credit is an interactive, real-time online seminar where professionals can earn Continuing Education credits by participating in live sessions led by experts in various fields. These sessions meet the standards set by NASBA, IRS, CFP Board, HRCI, SHRM, Payroll Org, FP Canada, and 25+ other regulatory bodies.

How do I earn credits through live webinars?

To earn credits, you must attend the entire live webinar, actively participate in any polls or questions, and complete any required evaluations or assessments. Credits are awarded based on your attendance and participation in the live session.

Are the live webinars approved by NASBA and other regulatory bodies?

Yes, all our live webinars are approved by NASBA, IRS, CFP Board, HRCI, SHRM, Payroll Org, FP Canada, and 25+ other regulatory bodies, ensuring they meet the high standards for quality, interactivity, and educational content set by these organizations.

What are the requirements to maintain compliance with live webinar courses?

To maintain compliance, you must adhere to the guidelines set by NASBA and other regulatory bodies, which include attending the full duration of the webinar, participating in interactive elements, and completing any post-webinar evaluations or assessments.

How can I access my webinar completion certificates?

After successfully attending a live webinar and fulfilling all participation requirements, you can access and download your completion certificates from your account dashboard on our platform. These certificates are recognized by NASBA, IRS, CFP Board, HRCI, SHRM, Payroll Org, FP Canada, and 25+ other regulatory bodies for compliance and reporting purposes.

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Ann Randall, CPA (US)
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I thought this was great. I realize I'm a bit prejudiced because I am so interested in this topic, but I felt that it included a great mix of background and practical application. If I have one complaint, it would be his reading of the slides, but the content was terrific I thought.

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Claudia Deodati, CIA
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The content of the course is impressive. It reaches hte balance between providing the big picture and the granularity of information (frameworks, standards, practical examples). The only negative point is that the slides are read and this makes it a bit hard.

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