
The GRI Certified Sustainability Professional Training equips participants with the essential knowledge and skills to effectively understand and apply sustainability reporting using the GRI Standards. As corporate transparency and environmental responsibility continue to gain global momentum, the ability to report on sustainability has become a vital competency for professionals across all industries. According to the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI), thousands of organizations in more than 100 countries— including the majority of the world’s leading companies—use the GRI Standards. This widespread adoption underscores the importance of standardized and credible reporting in advancing corporate accountability and environmental stewardship. This interactive and engaging training integrates real-world case studies, group discussions, and hands-on exercises, ensuring participants not only learn the theory but also how to apply it effectively. The course is led by a GRI Certified Trainer with extensive hands-on experience in managing large-scale projects in GRI reporting, ESG strategy, and sustainability management. Participants will benefit from practical insights on applying GRI Standards in various organizational contexts and aligning sustainability reporting with global best practices. By completing the GRI Certified Sustainability Professional Training, participants will gain internationally recognized tools and methodologies to elevate their sustainability reporting. This training empowers professionals to lead meaningful change within their organizations, driving more transparent, .responsible, and sustainable business strategies.
Gain a comprehensive understanding of the structure, purpose, and application of the GRI Standards, including the Universal, Sector, and Topic Standards.
Apply the GRI reporting principles to identify material topics, engage stakeholders, and compile sustainability reports that reflect organizational impacts.
Develop the ability to report on human rights issues in accordance with the GRI Standards, including understanding due diligence processes and disclosure requirements.
Align sustainability reporting with the UN SDGs, incorporating them into organizational strategies and reporting practices.
Improve the quality, transparency, and credibility of sustainability reports, ensuring they meet stakeholder expectations and regulatory requirements.
Equip yourself with the knowledge and skills necessary to successfully complete the GRI Certification Exam and attain the status of a GRI Certified Sustainability Professional.
Official GRI Certification: Participants receive a globally recognized certification directly from the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI), enhancing professional credibility and career opportunities in sustainability and ESG reporting.
Hands-On, Practical Training: The course is highly interactive, featuring real-world case studies, group exercises, and practical applications of the GRI Standards to ensure participants can immediately apply their learning in the workplace.
Led by a GRI Certified Trainer: with Real-World Experience Facilitated by a GRI-certified expert with a proven track record in managing mega projects in ESG, sustainability, and GRI reporting—ensuring rich insights, practical examples, and deep knowledge
Alignment with Global Best Practices: The training reflects the latest GRI Standards and international sustainability reporting trends, ensuring alignment with investor, regulatory, and stakeholder expectations worldwide.
Applicable Across Industries: Whether in corporate, government, nonprofit, or academic sectors, the course content is designed to be relevant and adaptable across diverse industries and organizational types.
Enhanced Reporting & Decision-Making: Participants will gain tools to produce credible, transparent, and stakeholder-focused sustainability reports, improving organizational reputation, investor confidence, and decision-making.
Networking & Peer Learning: Attendees engage with professionals from various industries, enabling valuable peer exchange, networking opportunities, and cross-sector insights into sustainability challenges and solutions.
Support for ESG Integration Beyond reporting: the training supports broader ESG integration, helping organizations embed sustainability into strategy, operations, and performance measurement.
Exclusive Q&A with ESG Expert Kareem Abu Eid: Engage directly with Kareem Abu Eid, RSM MENA ESG Lead, in a powerful session delivering insider insights on regional ESG trends, challenges, and strategic solutions from a leading authority in sustainability.