Social Responsibility courses

This is one of the Eligible Programmes under the Pilot Green and Sustainable Finance Capacity Building Support Scheme (GSF Scheme)[Latest update] As announced by the Financial Secretary in the 2025-26 Budget, this Scheme has been extended for three years to 2028. Programme Identification Code: GTP-531228Programme Provider Identification Code: PP-QQJ932COURSE OUTLINE (New Learning Path) 1. Reporting with GRI Standards 2021 update2. Reporting on Human Rights with GRI Standards 2021 update3. (New) Navigating the GRI Sector Standards4. (New) Transparency for Tomorrow: Decoding the Sustainability Reporting Landscape5. Classroom Quiz (Passing rate: 75%)For more information GRI Professional Certification Program, please click GRI FAQs.PROFESSIONAL TRAINERProfessional GRI Nominated Trainer possessing a Pass in GRI Certified Standard Exam with rich sustainability reporting and assurance experiences.CERTIFICATION (Attendance: 100%)Delegates who successfully completed the course and passed the Quiz will be issued digital certificates by GRI.GRI Professional Certification Exam● Upon completion of the learning path, delegates will be eligible to take the GRI Professional Certification Exam with a 25% discount.● The Certification Exam can be taken online through the GRI Academy at their convenience. The exam fee is charged by GRI Academy directly.● Those who complete the courses and pass the exam are awarded the title "GRI Certified Sustainability Professional", which is valid for one years. The certification can be renewed by earning Continuing Education Units (CEUs) when you complete additional training courses.● Please visit GRI Certification Exam for more details.GENERAL INFORMATIONVenue: T.S.T. / Wan Chai / Sheung Wan/ Jordan Training Centre / HKSTP/ TBCMedium: Cantonese supplemented with English materials*Early Bird Price will be offered to participant whose enrolment is made one month prior to the course or online booking

ISO 26000 allows you to implement a world wide accepted CSR tool that will boost your international business or make you a looked after supplier for international clients. This course explains ISO 26000 framework in details for you to deal with and understanding social responsibility and its principlesCOURSE OUTLINESection 1:  Introduction to ISO 26000Section 2:  Understanding social responsibility and its principlesSection 3:  Guidance on social responsibility in 7 Core SubjectsSection 4:  Guidance on integrating social responsibilityEnd of course:  QuizPROFESSIONAL TRAINERRegistered Lead Auditor and SGS approved tutor with considerable field and theoretical background.CERTIFICATION: (Attendance 80%)Delegates who successfully completed the course will be issued a certificate by SGS HK Limited.GENERAL INFORMATIONTime: 9:30 am – 5:30 pmVenue: T.S.T. / Wan Chai/ Sheung Wan/ Jordan Training Centre / TBCMedium: Cantonese supplemented with English materials

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The objective of this course is to provide learners with the knowledge and skills required to perform social accountability audits of an organisation’s conformance in accordance with ISO 19011. This course is recognised by APSCA for CPD purposes, aligned with the APSCA Competency Framework and is worth 40 CPD credits.Recommended Prior KnowledgeBefore starting the course, learners are expected to have knowledge of the following:- SA8000® Standard- Social Accountability International (SAI) Guidance for the SA8000® Standard- Ethical Trading Initiative (ETI) Base Code- The International Labour Organisation (ILO) Standards- UN Human Rights ResolutionsTrusted Social Accountability Lead Auditor training from a leading course providerOur courses are delivered by tutors who are environmental management system experts and experienced trainers. Your knowledge and skills will be developed through an interactive and practical approach to learning. Case study materials and role-play exercises are used to develop and practice skills in all phases of auditing. Participants are continually assessed and required to complete an end-of-course written examination.Course CertificationOn completion of this course:- Learners who attend the course in full and pass the examination will be issued with a 'Certificate of Achievement' that may satisfy part of the formal training for an individual seeking certification as a Lead Auditor.  Please refer to the relevant auditor certification body for specific requirements.- Learners who attend the full duration of the course will be issued with a 'Certificate of Attendance'.- Learners who fail the examination will be allowed to resit the examination a maximum of two times within 12 months of the end date of the course.

This programme is one of the Eligible Programmes under the Pilot Green and Sustainable Finance Capacity Building Support SchemeProgramme Provider Identification Code: PP-QQJ932Programme Identification Code: GTP-801231The total amount of reimbursement for each applicant under the Scheme is subject to a ceiling of HK$10,000. Applicants are eligible for claiming up to 80% of the reimbursable fees of the Eligible Programme. Applicants who are full-time students in relevant disciplines during the whole period of the Eligible Programme (i.e. from the enrolment date to the completion date of the Eligible Programme, both dates inclusive) are eligible for claiming up to 100% of the reimbursable fees.Reimbursement CalculatorCOURSE OUTLINE(18 teaching hours plus 40 min. exam with practical workshops and role play):1. International ESG trend and reporting frameworks - What is ESG? ESG drivers and audience; Importance of ESG disclosure; Various international reporting frameworks: GRI, TCFD, SASB etc; HKEx ESG Reporting Guide2. Preparation for ESG reporting - Identifying material ESG aspects; Identifying reporting boundary; Engaging stakeholders; Conducting materiality assessment; Conducting ESG risk assessment3. Compilation of ESG report per HKEX requirements - How to collect data for ESG report? How to accurately review ESG data? How to develop report framework to include more sustainability? 4. ESG consideration for financing environmental or sustainability projects - Definition of Green Finance & Sustainable Finance, Green financing and its trend; Enhancing credibility of green debt instrument; Setting up Green Finance Framework according to international standard; Accessing green finance-related information5. ESG performance assessment - Assessment of ESG performance; Setting target for ESG improvement; Preparing for independent ESG report verification6. Elementary GHG emissions accounting - Common carbon emissions source introduction; Calculation of general carbon emissions source; Carbon management and carbon reduction practice; Introduction of carbon audit7. MC Exam (30 questions)TUTORMore than 6 years of ESG experiences, including assessment, stakeholder engagement and reporting, training experiences, covering various industries like real estate development, retail & manufacturing and sustainability project management experiencesCERTIFICATION  (Attendance 100%)Delegates who successfully completed the course will be issued a Certificate by SGS HK Ltd.GENERAL INFORMATIONVenue: T.S.T. / Wan Chai/ TBCMedium: Cantonese(supplemented with English materials)*Discount will be offered to SGS certified clients, all enrolment made one month prior to the course or online booking

PECB ISO 26000 Lead Manager course places a strong emphasis on ethical leadership and sustainable business practices. This training course enables you with the necessary knowledge skills to guide organizations in planning, establishing, maintaining, reviewing, and continually improving their strategic social responsibility initiatives, in accordance with ISO 26000 guidelines and other industry best practices.During the training course, you will explore the fundamental concepts and principles of social responsibility, gaining a deep understanding of how to effectively implement and integrate these principles into organizational frameworks. Practical examples and scenario-based exercises are incorporated, ensuring that you will grasp theoretical concepts and will be well-prepared to apply them in real-world situations.After successfully completing the training, you can undertake the certification exam to earn the "PECB Certified ISO 26000 Lead Manager" credential. This certification proves that you possess both the theoretical and practical knowledge and skills required to guide and lead organizations in developing and improving social responsibility strategies aligned with ISO 26000 guidelines.CertificationAfter successfully passing the exam, you can apply for one of the following credentials shown. You will receive a certificate once you comply with all the requirements related to the selected credential. PECB Certified ISO 26000 Provisional  ManagerPECB Certified ISO 26000 ManagerPECB Certified ISO 26000 Lead ManagerPECB Certified ISO 26000 Senior Lead ManagerEnrolment informationBy enrolling on this course you agree to your personal information being passed to PECB.Learners enrolling onto this course will receive an email from PECB to set up your Learner Account, course registration, access to the course materials and final exam.If you have not received this information within 5 working days please contact Global.PECB.Training@sgs.comGeneral informationPECB will provide over 450 pages of instructional materials containing explanations, guidance, and practical examples. Learners may reach out to PECB to request the Attestation of Course Completion as proof of taking the course, this can be requested before taking the exam or after and is worth 16 CPD (Continuing Professional Development) credits.In case of exam failure, the candidate can retake the exam once for free within 12 months following the initial exam date.PrerequisitesThe main requirement for participating in this training course is having a fundamental understanding of social responsibility concepts, issues, and concerns.The fee for this course covers:Course Materials (for lifetime, please note that updated course materials are not included)First ExamOne resit exam (if required)PECB Certification FeeFirst Year PECB Annual Maintenance Fee (AMF) (AMF is not applicable for Foundation, Provisional and Transition Certification)

ISO 26000 Foundation training enables you to learn the best practices and guide organizations to operate in a socially responsible way. During this training course, you will be able to understand the Social Responsibility strategies.After completing this course, you can sit for the exam and apply for a “PECB Certificate Holder in ISO 26000 Foundation” credential. A PECB Foundation Certificate shows that you have understood the fundamental methodologies, principles and management approach.CertificationAfter successfully passing the exam, you can apply for the following credential with PECB. You will receive the certificate once you comply with all the requirements related to your selected credential.PECB Certificate Holder in ISO 26000 Foundation.Enrolment informationBy enrolling on this course you agree to your personal information being passed to PECB.Learners enrolling onto this course will receive an email from PECB to set up your Learner Account, course registration, access to the course materials and final exam.If you have not received this information within 5 working days please contact Global.PECB.Training@sgs.comGeneral informationPECB will provide training material of over 200 pages of information and practical examples.Learners may reach out to PECB to request the Attestation of Course Completion as proof of taking the course, this can be requested before taking the exam or after and is worth 7 CPD (Continuing Professional Development) credits.In case of exam failure, the candidate can retake the exam once for free within 12 months of the initial exam date.PrerequisitesThere are no prerequisites to participate in this training course.The fee for this course covers:Course Materials (for lifetime, please note that updated course materials are not included)First ExamOne resit exam (if required)PECB Certification FeeFirst Year PECB Annual Maintenance Fee (AMF) (AMF is not applicable for Foundation, Provisional and Transition Certification)

This training is designed to equip auditors with the knowledge and skills to understand and detect forced labour practices.This course is divided into four modules that include interactive exercises to check and reinforce your knowledge.