Professional Certification in Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) Compliance and Reporting (PCCSRDCR)

The European Union's Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) is transforming corporate transparency, requiring detailed sustainability disclosures. This Professional Certification in CSRD Compliance and Reporting provides comprehensive training on the directive's intricacies, ensuring professionals can navigate its requirements effectively. Participants will master the European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS), conduct robust double materiality assessments, and develop strategies for data collection and reporting. This program emphasizes practical application, equipping participants to prepare compliant reports, understand assurance processes, and leverage sustainability reporting for organizational value.

Beyond compliance, this certificate aims to develop strategic understanding, enabling participants to lead sustainability reporting efforts and enhance stakeholder trust. Through expert-led instruction and practical exercises, the course covers integrating sustainability data into financial reporting, addressing sector-specific challenges, and understanding the relationship between CSRD and other global frameworks. Upon completion, participants will demonstrate expertise in CSRD, driving positive change and fostering a responsible corporate culture.

Key Learning Outcomes:

• Understand the context and objectives of the CSRD. 

• Master the requirements of the European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS). 

• Conduct effective double materiality assessments. 

• Develop strategies for data collection and management for CSRD reporting. 

• Gain insights into the implications of the CSRD for various industries.

Programme Structure

Module 1: Introduction to the CSRD and Sustainability Reporting 

Module 2: Understanding the European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS) 

Module 3: Double Materiality Assessment 

Module 4: Data Collection and Management for CSRD Reporting 

Module 5: Preparing CSRD Reports 

Module 6: Assurance of CSRD Reporting 

Module 7: CSRD Implementation and Industry-Specific Considerations 

Module 8: CSRD and its relationship to other reporting standards.

Module 9: Industry based case study

Eligibility

Graduates in any discipline are eligible for our Post Graduate Diploma, Executive Diploma and Professional Certifications Programmes. 10+2 pass-outs are eligible for our Under Graduate Diploma and Diploma holders of two to three years course duration are also eligible for the PG Diploma.

Programme Duration

The minimum duration to complete the Professional Certification programme is 6 months and maximum is 12 months.

Programme Mode

Registration is currently open for Part-time (Online Live Classes) mode.

Programme Deliverables

A comprehensive study material for all the modules in hard copies ensuring the needs of the audience. The accompanying training material is appropriately aligned with the current Industry’s expectations.

• Interactive or online live sessions on all key areas of the programme giving all flexibility to the participants

• Online Live Classes/Part-time for all the modules will be conducted on the weekends. Moreover, a doubt clearing session will also be scheduled before the examination

• All the efforts are made by IGMPI faculty members to make the entire programme modules easily understandable

• Assessment and evaluation for all the programme modules in order to enhance the levels of competencies and skills of the participants leading towards the objective of application in the job

• At the end of each programme modules, the trainers shall obtain feedback from the participants using specially designed questionnaires

• All learning and training delivery initiatives shall be conducted in English

Examination and Certification

All the participants are obliged to timely submit completed assessment assignments (during the programme, usually after every module) and appear for an online proctored exam at the end of the programme. After successful completion, the participants will be awarded Professional Certification in Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) Compliance and Reporting by Centre for Environmental Health and Safety, IGMPI. For all the above-mentioned modules elaborate programme material, self-assessment assignments and project work details would be provided by the Institute from time to time. Details get updated on the webpage as well.

Discipline in Classes and Examination

Every student is required to observe a disciplined behaviour during her/his classes, assessments & examinations and to follow instructions from the Professors. Any act of indiscipline may result into discredit & it will be mentioned in her/his academic report.

Placement Assistance & Corporate Relations

For the Post Graduate Diploma and Undergraduate Diploma Programmes, we will provide placement assistance after the completion of the programme. The Institute has partnered with many organizations for providing placement assistance to its students. The robust placement cell comprises senior level Human Resources professionals and Talent Acquisition experts which maintains close links with business and industry. The efforts of our placement cell also include helping with professional resume writing, interview skills & conducting mock interviews etc.

In recent months the Institute has witnessed more and more participation from professionals working with global healthcare like , Jhpiego, SELCO Foundation, TATA Foundation, Samarthan NGO, PSI, UNICEF, WHO, HCL Foundation, IPE Global, Optum, PATH, AIIMS, Action against Hunger, Ekta Shakti Foundation, Seva Foundation, India HIV-AIDS Alliance, HLFPPT, Deepak Foundation, Novartis, LalPath Labs Ltd., Fortis Healthcare Ltd., HealthCare Global Enterprises Ltd., Indraprastha Medical Corporation Ltd., Narayana Hrudayalaya Ltd., Piramal Enterprises Ltd., Wockhardt Ltd., Cactus Communications, Public Health Foundations of India, Cytel, Religare Health Insurance Company Ltd., Deloitte, DuPont Sustainable Solutions, Bain & Company, Alvarez & Marsal, McKinsey & Company, etc. The IGMPI’s Corporate Resource Division actively recommends our students and training participants for various job requirements and specialized roles to Human Resource, Talent Acquisition as well as the heads of various departments in Pharmaceutical, Healthcare industries on regular basis.

Future career prospects

A Professional Certification in CSRD Compliance and Reporting prepares individuals for diverse careers in EU sustainability. Demand is high for CSRD Reporting Specialists, Sustainability Consultants, and Assurance Specialists. Expertise also opens roles in ESG analysis, corporate sustainability management, and compliance. This certification provides essential skills for navigating CSRD requirements, driving organizational sustainability, and meeting evolving regulatory demands.

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Last date for submitting completed Application Form: 24^th Aug 2026.

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