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The COSO model and ESG

This course bridges the gap between the COSO Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) framework and Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) risk management, focusing on their correlations from both a risk and ESG perspective. It incorporates relevant legislation in South Africa, frameworks such as the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI), and practical case studies.

Course outcomes:

  • To understand the COSO ERM framework and its application in risk management

  • To explore the integration of ESG principles into traditional risk management

  • To align organizational risk management practices with ESG goals and compliance requirements

  • To analyze relevant South African legislation and global ESG frameworks, including GRI

  • To develop strategies for using ESG risk management to optimize opportunities

  • To apply COSO and ESG frameworks through practical case studies and projects.

Key Benefits:

  • Master the integration of COSO and ESG frameworks in risk management practices
  • Gain insights into aligning risk management with sustainability goals
  • Learn about South African ESG legislation and global reporting standards
  • Build expertise in correlating risk and ESG frameworks for better decision-making
  • Explore real-world case studies demonstrating successful integration of ESG risks
  • Enhance strategic planning by leveraging ESG risk data to identify opportunities.

 

Day 1: COSO and ESG frameworks – Deon van der Westhuizen

Module 1: Introduction to COSO and ESG Frameworks

  • Overview of COSO ERM Framework: Components and Principles
  • Understanding ESG: Definitions, Scope, and Importance
  • The Need for Integration: COSO and ESG Synergies

Module 2: ESG Risks in the Context of the COSO Framework

  • Identifying ESG Risks Across Environmental, Social, and Governance Dimensions
  • Mapping ESG Risks to COSO’s Components: Control Environment, Risk Assessment, and Monitoring
  • Addressing ESG Challenges in Organizational Risk Management

Module 3: Relevant Legislation and Frameworks

  • South African Legislation: King IV Report on Corporate Governance and Environmental Regulations
  • Global Frameworks: GRI Standards, SASB, and TCFD Recommendations
  • Ensuring Compliance and Building Accountability

Module 4: ESG Risk Assessment and Reporting

  • Methods for Assessing ESG Risks: Qualitative and Quantitative Approaches
  • Developing Key ESG Metrics and Reporting Frameworks
  • Visualization Tools for ESG Risk CommunicationOSO

 

Day 2: Strategic alignment and technology

Module 5: Strategic Alignment of ESG and Risk Management

  • Embedding ESG Risk Considerations in Strategic Planning
  • Correlating Risk Appetite and ESG Goals
  • Leveraging ESG Risks to Optimize Opportunities and Drive Innovation

Module 6: Practical Case Studies and Applications

  • Case Study 1: Integrating ESG and Risk in Financial Services: A South African Bank’s Journey
    • Challenges faced in mapping ESG risks to strategic goals.
    • Tools and strategies used for effective implementation.
  • Case Study 2: Sustainability Risk Management in the Mining Industry
    • Managing environmental risks and ensuring compliance with local and global frameworks.
    • Optimizing opportunities through ESG-focused decision-making.

Module 7: Tools and Technologies for ESG Risk Management

  • Digital Tools for ESG Monitoring and Reporting
  • Data Analytics and Visualization Techniques
  • Software Solutions Aligned with COSO and ESG Frameworks

Module 8: Future Trends and Continuous Improvement

  • Emerging Trends in ESG and Risk Integration
  • Continuous Monitoring and Adaptive Risk Management Approaches
  • Building Resilient and Sustainable Organizations

Who should Attend?

  • Risk Management Professionals
  • Corporate Governance Officers
  • Organisational Development & Transformation Specialists
  • Line Managers, Team Leaders, and Supervisors
  • Executives and Board Members