This course is accredited by Exemplar Global, ensuring international recognition and alignment with globally accepted competency frameworks.

Overview of the Standard

As ESG reporting becomes a cornerstone of responsible business, the need for credible verification of ESG claims and disclosures is growing rapidly. Organizations are expected to provide assurance that their ESG data is accurate, reliable, and aligned with global standards. ESG Lead Verifiers play a critical role in ensuring transparency, accountability, and stakeholder trust.

The ESG Lead Verifier course is based on best practices drawn from:

• International ESG and sustainability reporting frameworks (GRI, SASB, TCFD, etc.)
• Greenhouse Gas Protocol, ISO 14064 (GHG Verification), PAS 2050
• Governance and ethical assurance practices aligned with ISO 37301 (Compliance) and ISO 37001 (Anti-Bribery)

Objective of the Course

The ESG Lead Verifier course aims to equip participants with the knowledge and skills to:

• Plan and conduct independent ESG verification audits and assessments.
• Evaluate the quality, accuracy, and completeness of ESG disclosures.
• Understand key principles of ESG assurance, including materiality, completeness, and stakeholder inclusivity.
• Identify gaps and inconsistencies in ESG reporting and provide recommendations for improvement.
• Ensure conformance with applicable ESG standards and regulatory frameworks.

Benefits of the Course

• Professional Credibility: Gain recognition as a qualified ESG verifier with globally relevant skills.
• Independent Assurance Capability: Learn how to provide third-party verification of ESG disclosures and claims.
• Trust Building: Enhance stakeholder confidence in your organization’s or client’s ESG performance.
• Audit Readiness: Help organizations prepare for ESG due diligence, investor scrutiny, or regulatory inspections.
• Alignment with Global Frameworks: Stay current with ESG trends and international standards.
• Career Advancement: Position yourself as a sought-after ESG assurance and audit expert.

Topics Covered

• ESG Fundamentals and Key Concepts
• Overview of ESG Reporting Frameworks (GRI, TCFD, SASB, CDP, etc.)
• ESG Verification and Assurance Standards (ISAE 3000, ISO 14064-3, PAS 2050, AA1000AS)
• Principles of ESG Audit and Verification (Materiality, Accuracy, Reliability, Balance)
• Verification of Environmental Claims (Carbon Emissions, Energy Use, Water, Waste)
• Verification of Social Disclosures (Labour Practices, DEI, Community Impact)
• Governance Review: Ethics, Compliance, Anti-Corruption, Board Disclosures
• Planning and Executing an ESG Audit / Verification Engagement
• Evidence Gathering and Evaluation Techniques
• ESG Audit Checklists and Templates
• Common Non-Conformities and How to Address Them
• Preparing ESG Assurance Statements and Verification Reports
• Real-World Case Studies and Sector-Specific Examples
• Mock Verification Exercise with Sample ESG Report

Why Should One Take This Training?

• ESG verification is fast becoming mandatory across various sectors and geographies.
• Investors, regulators, and consumers are demanding independent assurance of ESG data.
• This course offers practical and hands-on training in ESG audit and verification processes.
• It is essential for professionals who are or aspire to be ESG auditors, assessors, and reporting advisors.
• The training bridges the gap between ESG reporting and credible verification, helping organizations build transparent and robust ESG narratives.

Who Should Attend This Course?

This course is ideal for:

• Sustainability and ESG Assurance Professionals
• Internal and External Auditors
• Compliance and Risk Managers
• CSR and Governance Professionals
• Environmental Engineers and Consultants
• Reporting Analysts and ESG Data Specialists
• Certification Bodies, Third-Party Auditors
• Investors, Asset Managers, and Analysts
• Anyone responsible for ESG reporting, validation, or oversight

How Can BSCIC Help?

BSCIC has a proven legacy in delivering world-class training and certification across compliance, audit, and sustainability disciplines. For ESG Lead Verifier training, BSCIC offers:

• Training led by accredited ESG and verification experts
• Audit-ready checklists, toolkits, and real ESG reports for practice
• Exposure to sector-specific reporting and assurance techniques
• Globally accepted training methodologies based on ISO, GRI, and ISAE 3000 frameworks
• Classroom, live virtual, and corporate in-house delivery options

Additionally, BSCIC supports professionals and organizations with ESG gap assessments, assurance services, and audit preparation.

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