Instructor’s Note – Course Updates as of 20 August 2025

CSRD Professional Certificate

Introduction to Sustainability Reporting and the CSRD Framework

CSRD Origins and Development from Non-Financial Reporting (NFRD)

From Non-Financial Reporting Directive (NFRD) to CSRD
Purpose and Scope of the CSRD
Key Changes Introduced by the CSRD
Understanding the Role of the European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS)
Regulatory Drivers Behind the CSRD

CSRD: Key Reporting Obligations and Compliance Milestones

Identifying Entities Subject to CSRD Reporting
Timelines and Phases for CSRD Compliance
Recent Regulatory Developments in the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) and Their Implications
Financial and Non-Financial Disclosure Requirements
European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS) in Action
Simplified Standards for SMEs and Sector-Specific Reporting

Essential Components of the CSRD Reporting Directive

Aligning CSRD with International ESG Standards and Regulations

Decoding ESRS: A Comprehensive Guide to General Reporting Standards

Mastering Topical Standards: Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Reporting

Materiality in Sustainability: Conducting an Impact-Driven Assessment

Sustainability Data Management: Collecting, Analyzing, and Presenting CSRD Information

CSRD Compliance Strategy: Building a Sustainable Reporting Framework

CSRD in Action: Case Studies and Best Practices from Early Adopters

The Future of Corporate Sustainability Reporting and Technological Innovations

Additional Materials

Final Test

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