Sustainability Compliance

Sustainability reporting, EU taxonomy and supply chain law

Blended learning
This blended learning is held in German.
Gain clarity on current and future sustainability requirements. This course focuses on European regulations such as CSRD reporting, the EU Taxonomy, and the Green Deal. Learn how to comply with legal requirements and conduct a materiality analysis. Understand the legal framework and implement professional reporting.

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This course is part of the Master Class "Sustainability Manager:in". If you book the entire Master Class, you save 30 percent compared to booking the individual modules.

Module 1: Webinar
3 h
Kick-off and introduction to compliance
Kick-off and introduction to compliance

At this kick-off session, you’ll experts the other participants and the experts . You’ll receive an overview of the program and additional information to help you get off to a great start.

  • Organizational Overview
  • General Introduction to Sustainability and Regulation in the EU
  • Company Profile: Introduction
Module 2: Self-study phase
5 h
Introduction to Sustainability & Corporate Responsibility
Introduction to Sustainability & Corporate Responsibility

In this self-study phase, you will gain an overview of the following topics:

  • Why Sustainability
  • Corporate Social Responsibility
  • Accountability & Externalization
  • Green Deal 
  • EU Action Plan
  • Sustainable Finance
  • EU Taxonomy, SFDR; CSRD
  • Corporate Due Diligence 
  • Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive 
Module 3: Webinar
3 h
Focus on CSRD: requirements and basic principles
Focus on CSRD: requirements and basic principles

The second webinar will focus on the following topics:

  • Recap of the Self-Study Phase
  • CSRD: Dual Materiality Analysis
  • Preparation of a Company Profile
Module 4: Self-study phase
5,5 h
In-Depth Look at CSRD & ESRS
In-Depth Look at CSRD & ESRS

In this self-study phase, you will gain an overview of the following topics:

  • CSRD - Reporting as a Driver of Sustainable Transformation
  • Consequences of accounting law
  • ESRS Standards (ESRS 1 & 2)
  • The Role of EFRAG
  • CSRD Initialization
  • CRSD Analysis/Research
  • Double materiality analysis
Module 5: Webinar
3 h
Reporting
Reporting

The third webinar will focus on the following topics:

  • Recap of the Self-Study Phase
  • Aspects of operationalization (including a gap list)
  • Preparation of a Company Profile
Module 6: Self-study phase
7 h
Aspects of Operationalization & Reporting Standards
Aspects of Operationalization & Reporting Standards

In this self-study phase, you will gain an overview of the following topics:

  • CSRD & Operationalization
  • Data points
  • Gap List
  • Integration into the company
  • An Overview of Reporting Initiatives and Standards
  • German Sustainability Code
  • Global Reporting Initiative 
  • Economy for the Common Good
  • Impact of Regulation
  • What does the new reporting mean for companies in the future?
Module 7: Webinar
3 h
Presentation of the company profile and kick-out
Presentation of the company profile and kick-out

The following topics will be covered in the upcoming webinar:

  • Recap of the Self-Study Phase
  • Clarification of outstanding issues & discussion
  • Preparation of a Company Profile
  • Final presentation of the company profile

Contents

Introduction to Sustainability & Corporate Responsibility

  • Why Sustainability
  • Corporate Social Responsibility
  • Accountability & Externalization
  • Green Deal 
  • EU Action Plan
  • Sustainable Finance
  • EU Taxonomy, SFDR; CSRD
  • Corporate Due Diligence 
  • Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive 

In-Depth Look at CSRD & ESRS

 

  • CSRD - Reporting as a Driver of Sustainable Transformation
  • Consequences of accounting law
  • ESRS Standards (ESRS 1 & 2)
  • The Role of EFRAG
  • CSRD Initialization
  • CSRD Analysis/Research
  • Double materiality analysis

Aspects of Operationalization & Reporting Standards

  • CSRD & Operationalization
  • Data points
  • Gap List
  • Integration into the company
  • An Overview of Reporting Initiatives and Standards
  • German Sustainability Code
  • Global Reporting Initiative 
  • Economy for the Common Good
  • Impact of Regulation
  • What does the new reporting mean for companies in the future?

How do you learn in this training course?

This course offers you a digital blended concept that has been developed for part-time learning. Thanks to a flexible mix of online seminars and self-study phases, you are sure to reach your goal. This is how you learn in this course:

Learning environment: In your online learning environment, you will find useful information, downloads and extra services for this training course after you have registered.

Self-study phases: Learn independently, at your own pace and whenever you want. Our courses offer you didactically high-quality learning material. 

Live webinars: In regular online seminars, you will meet your trainers in person. You will receive answers to your questions, specific assistance and instructions on how to deepen your knowledge and apply the skills you have acquired in practical exercises.

Learning community: A digital learning community is available to you throughout the course. Exchange ideas with other participants and the trainers and ask questions.

Certificate of attendance and Open Badge: As a graduate of the course, you will receive a certificate of attendance and an Open Badge, which you can easily share in professional networks (e.g. LinkedIn).

Your benefit

  • You know the relevant hard and soft laws for your business in terms of sustainability.
  • You will be introduced to the preparation of a sustainability report in a practical manner.
  • You will become a sought-after expert for laws and regulations in your company.
  • You finally have an overview of important regulations and standards.
  • You use sustainability reports successfully for your business.

Methods

A well-thought-out mix of content, methods and support is essential for successful learning, especially when learning online. Our course concept is precisely tailored to this self-learning situation. Well-founded trainers, best practice examples, practical exercises, discussion and exchange of experience in the learning community.

Tool

The following third-party tool can be used in the event:

Recommended for

This training is aimed in particular at all employees and decision makers who support and implement laws and regulations on sustainability in the company:

  • ESG representative
  • Sustainability Manager
  • employees Finance & Controlling

Open Badges - Show what you can do digitally too.

Open Badges are recognized, digital certificates of participation. These verifiable credentials are the current standard for integration in career networks such as LinkedIn.

With them, you digitally demonstrate the competences you possess. After successful completion, you will receive an Open Badge from us.

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04.08.2026
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Booking number: 42684
€ 1.790,- plus VAT.
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Modules
32 hours over 5 weeks
Limited number of participants
Webinar
Kick-off and introduction to compliance
Date
04.08.2026
Course
zoom
Schedule
Start 09:00, end approx. 12:00
Webinar
Focus on CSRD: requirements and basic principles
Date
18.08.2026
Course
zoom
Schedule
Start 09:00, end approx. 12:00
Webinar
Reporting
Date
31.08.2026
Course
zoom
Schedule
Start 09:00, end approx. 12:00
Webinar
Presentation of the company profile and kick-out
Date
14.09.2026
Course
zoom
Schedule
Start 09:00, end approx. 12:00
13.10.2026
Live online
Booking number: 42684
€ 1.790,- plus VAT.
€ 2,130.10 incl. VAT.
Course
Technical notes
We use various software to conduct our online events.
Modules
32 hours over 5 weeks
Limited number of participants
Webinar
Kick-off and introduction to compliance
Date
13.10.2026
Course
zoom
Schedule
Start 09:00, end approx. 12:00
Webinar
Focus on CSRD: requirements and basic principles
Date
27.10.2026
Course
zoom
Schedule
Start 09:00, end approx. 12:00
Webinar
Reporting
Date
10.11.2026
Course
zoom
Schedule
Start 09:00, end approx. 12:00
Webinar
Presentation of the company profile and kick-out
Date
24.11.2026
Course
zoom
Schedule
Start 09:00, end approx. 12:00
09.02.2027
Live online
Booking number: 42684
€ 1.790,- plus VAT.
€ 2,130.10 incl. VAT.
Course
Technical notes
We use various software to conduct our online events.
Modules
32 hours over 5 weeks
Limited number of participants
Webinar
Kick-off and introduction to compliance
Date
09.02.2027
Course
zoom
Schedule
Start 09:00, end approx. 12:00
Webinar
Focus on CSRD: requirements and basic principles
Date
23.02.2027
Course
zoom
Schedule
Start 09:00, end approx. 12:00
Webinar
Reporting
Date
09.03.2027
Course
zoom
Schedule
Start 09:00, end approx. 12:00
Webinar
Presentation of the company profile and kick-out
Date
23.03.2027
Course
zoom
Schedule
Start 09:00, end approx. 12:00
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