Course Overview:
This 5-day practical course provides participants with the knowledge and tools to develop, implement, and evaluate effective Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) strategies. In today’s socially conscious market, businesses are expected to contribute positively to society while maintaining profitability. This course addresses the growing demand for sustainable business practices, ethical governance, and community engagement.
Participants will learn to align CSR initiatives with business objectives, measure impact, manage stakeholders, and ensure compliance with environmental, social, and governance (ESG) standards. The course also explores trends such as climate responsibility, DEI (Diversity, Equity & Inclusion), and reporting frameworks like GRI and SDGs.
Course Duration:
5 Days
Target Audience:
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CSR Managers and Officers
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Public Relations and Communications Teams
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Sustainability and ESG Specialists
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Compliance and Ethics Officers
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HR and Community Relations Professionals
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Executives and Business Leaders
Personal Impact:
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Gain in-demand CSR planning and implementation skills
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Learn to align personal values with organizational sustainability goals
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Become a strategic contributor to corporate reputation and impact
Organizational Impact:
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Strengthen stakeholder trust and brand equity
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Improve sustainability compliance and ESG performance
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Enhance employee engagement and community partnerships
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Foster long-term, inclusive business value
Course Level:
Course Objectives:
By the end of the course, participants will be able to:
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Understand the principles and pillars of CSR
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Develop a CSR policy aligned with company strategy and SDGs
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Identify and manage internal and external stakeholders
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Monitor, evaluate, and report CSR initiatives
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Build partnerships for long-term social and environmental impact
Course Outline:
Module 1: Introduction to Corporate Social Responsibility
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Evolution and definitions of CSR
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Key CSR components: economic, environmental, and social
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CSR vs. ESG vs. philanthropy
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CSR drivers: legal, ethical, strategic
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Global frameworks: SDGs, UN Global Compact, ISO 26000
Case Study: CSR transformation at a leading African telecom company
Module 2: CSR Strategy Development and Integration
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Aligning CSR with business strategy and values
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Conducting materiality assessments
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Creating CSR policies and frameworks
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Budgeting and resource planning
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Embedding CSR across departments
Workshop: Drafting a CSR strategy for a mid-sized company
Module 3: Stakeholder Engagement and Communication
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Identifying and mapping key stakeholders
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Tools for stakeholder consultation and collaboration
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CSR communication: internal and external audiences
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Community partnerships and employee engagement
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Managing reputational risk and greenwashing
Case Study: Effective CSR response during a community crisis
Module 4: Measuring CSR Impact and Reporting
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Key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics
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Global reporting frameworks: GRI, SASB, TCFD
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Social Return on Investment (SROI)
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Data collection, evaluation, and storytelling
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Preparing a CSR report or sustainability disclosure
Workshop: Draft a mock CSR report section using GRI guidelines
Module 5: CSR Trends, Innovation, and Capstone Project
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Current trends: DEI, climate action, circular economy
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Partnering with NGOs, governments, and industry groups
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CSR in the digital age: AI, blockchain, and transparency
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Final presentations of participant-designed CSR campaigns
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Feedback, evaluation, and certificate awarding
Capstone Project: Design and present a CSR initiative addressing a real-world issue
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Course Administration Details:
METHODOLOGY
The instructor-led trainings are delivered using a blended learning approach and comprise presentations, guided sessions of practical exercise, web-based tutorials, and group work. Our facilitators are seasoned industry experts with years of experience, working as professionals and trainers in these fields. All facilitation and course materials will be offered in English. The participants should be reasonably proficient in English.
ACCREDITATION
Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued an Indepth Research Institute (IRES) certificate certified by the National Industrial Training Authority (NITA).
TRAINING VENUE
The training will be held at IRES Training Centre. The course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments, and lunch. All participants will additionally cater to their travel expenses, visa application, insurance, and other personal expenses.
ACCOMMODATION AND AIRPORT PICKUP
Accommodation and airport pickup are arranged upon request. For reservations contact the Training Officer.
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: +254715 077 817
TAILOR-MADE
This training can also be customized to suit the needs of your institution upon request. You can have it delivered in our IRES Training Centre or at a convenient location. For further inquiries, please contact us on:
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: +254715 077 817
PAYMENT
Payment should be transferred to the IRES account through a bank on or before the start of the course. Send proof of payment to [email protected]
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