ESG and Social Responsibility
Course commences 31 July 2023
ESG and Social Responsibility
Course commences 31 July 2023
Environment, social and governance performance in the resources sector
Quick facts
 Duration |
 Delivery |
 Course Type |
 2023 IntakeS |
 PD Hours |
 Language |
40 hours
|
100% online |
Professional
|
31 July 202316 October 2023 |
Up to 40 |
English |
Course overview
Learn how to minimise ESG-related harm and maximise value to resource enterprises, affected stakeholders and broader society.
Examine environment, social and governance performance and social responsibility (ESG/SR) through critical thinking and authentic resource sector experience.
Prominence will be given to evaluating ESG/SR risk, threats and opportunities, and to developing workplace responses, execution, assurance and performance reporting.
The course and case studies will be global in scope and will equip course participants with an understanding of existing and emerging ESG/SR societal and lender expectations in resource sector exploration, development, operating and closure contexts. Participants will gain enough knowledge and skills to know how to apply ESG/SR requirements in their own workplace.
Course pricing
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Course commences 31 July
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Who should attend?
Asset-level front-line leaders across all mining functions
Understand ESG compliance, reporting requirements and impacts on day-to-day operations.
Consultants across all disciplines
Understand ESG compliance and reporting requirements for clients.
Corporate and investment-related professionals in the resources sector
Improve ESG analysis, performance and assurance review.
Course structure
The eight-week course consists of six modules over six weeks, with a final two weeks to complete written assessments. Each module consists of:
- Pre-recorded videos, featuring interviews with experienced industry experts
- Interactive learning activities and discussion
- ‘Take home’ analytical tools that can be used in the workplace
- Multiple choice questions
- Additional reading including case studies
The written assessment requires participants to complete short answer questions that address the content presented in each module.
Live sessions are recorded and available within 24 hours for participants who are unable to attend.
Module 1
Module 2
Module 3
Module 4
Module 5
Module 6
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Professional Certificate in ESG and Social Responsibility
Course facilitators
All programs have been developed in consultation with leading organisations in the mining industry, subject matter experts and community leaders to ensure you gain the latest knowledge and develop relevant skills to accelerate your career.
Bruce Harvey
Bruce works directly with resource sector clients, is an Adjunct Professor at the Sustainable Minerals Institute at the University of Queensland, and a Guest Lecturer delivering ‘ESG - Leading Sustainable Enterprises’ at the University of Otago (NZ) MBA School. He is the Chair of the AusIMM ESG-Social Responsibility Committee which recently produced the Institute’s ESG-aligned ‘Social Responsibility Framework’ and Chartered Professional criteria for Social Performance practitioners.
Janina Gawler
Building effective partnerships with communities has been her career focus. Her work has included development of resettlement programs for emerging economies in Africa. She has negotiated land access with Indigenous people across Australia and developed strategies for engagement with First Nations and Indigenous people in Canada and USA, respecting and recognising Indigenous rights and working with mining companies to ensure continuing social licence to operate. A former CEO of the Australian National Training Authority. Janina was also Mayor and Councillor of the City of Echuca.
Alan Irving
Dr Geraldine McGuire
Geoff Deans
Geoff holds an MBA from the University of South Australia, a Masters of Community Relations for the Resources Sector from University of Queensland, a Graduate Certificate in Social Impact Assessment from Macquarie University, a Bachelor of Education from Flinders University and is a graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors. He is also a member of the AusIMM Social and Environment Committee and a board member of Indigenous Education and Boarding Australia (IEBA).
Course content has been guided by the AusIMM ESG and
Social & Environment Committees, with special thanks to:
Mark Noppe
Frequently asked questions
What are the technical requirements to participate in the course? i.e. do I need a webcam, microphone, etc?
The course will be run entirely online via a cloud-based platform called Cahoot which can be accessed via computer, tablet or phone. Participants will simply need to have a working Internet connection and a computer, tablet or phone with sound to access the course. They will not be required to download any software and will not require any hardware like a webcam or microphone.
How long will the course take?
The entire course will run over eight weeks (six modules over six weeks plus another two weeks to finish the final assignment). It is expected that participants will take about 40 hours to finish the entire course. This includes attendance at live webinars and completion of all learning activities.
Must a participant complete and pass all modules in order to finish the course?
Yes, it is a requirement for participants to complete all modules and pass all learning activities, including the final assessment. A professional certificate will be awarded upon successful completion.
How often will the courses be run?
We aim to run two to three intakes each year.
Can a participant sign up for only one or two modules?
Unfortunately no, the course must be completed in its entirety.
Will the course be delivered in other languages?
No, the course is currently delivered in English only. We are looking at delivering the course in other languages in the near future.
Does someone have to have a prequalification of years’ experience before they can do the course?
No. If someone is on the pathway to becoming a Competent Person, then doing this course early will help them to better understand the JORC Code and its requirements.
Will current Competent Persons and industry practitioners be required to undertake this training before reporting?
It is not currently mandatory but it is highly recommended to raise the knowledge of the overall profession.
How many PD hours do I receive for undertaking the course?
Participants can earn professional development (PD) hours for undertaking the course. One contact hour of technical content is equivalent to one PD hour.