Course Outline:

Module 1: Introduction to Integrated Reporting

• Definition and benefits of integrated reporting
• Key principles and elements of the Integrated Reporting (IR) Framework
• Overview of international IR standards (e.g., GRI, SASB, TCFD)
• Practical Exercise: Identifying components of an integrated report

Module 2: Understanding Financial and Non-Financial Disclosures

• Financial reporting standards vs. non-financial disclosures
• Identifying relevant ESG indicators for financial institutions
• Incorporating materiality and stakeholder engagement in reporting
• Case Study: Analyzing integrated reports from leading financial institutions

Module 3: Data Integration and ESG Metrics

• Collecting, analyzing, and reporting ESG data
• Integrating financial and non-financial data for enhanced insights
• Evaluating environmental, social, and governance (ESG) risks and opportunities
• Practical Exercise: Mapping ESG metrics to business strategy

Module 4: Reporting for Sustainable Value Creation

• Linking sustainability goals to financial performance
• Communicating value creation for long-term stakeholders
• Case Study: Implementing value creation metrics in banking reports

Module 5: Best Practices and Future Trends in Integrated Reporting

• Managing regulatory expectations and evolving standards
• Leveraging technology and digital platforms for integrated reporting
• Emerging trends in ESG and sustainability reporting for banks
• Real-life Project: Creating a simplified integrated report for a financial institution