Mini Masterclass (Live Session) Roadmap to ISSB Reporting

Description

The introduction of the International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB) standards marks a significant step towards globally consistent sustainability reporting. As organisations prepare for changing regulatory requirements and increasing investor expectations, understanding the principles behind IFRS S1 and IFRS S2 has become essential.

In this 90-minute live online Mini Masterclass, participants will gain a practical introduction to the ISSB Sustainability Disclosure Standards and learn how they fit within the wider sustainability reporting landscape. The session explains the purpose of the standards, their relationship to existing reporting frameworks, and the practical steps organisations can take to begin preparing for implementation.

Using real-world examples and practical guidance, the session helps participants understand how sustainability, finance, governance, and risk functions can work together to build an effective reporting approach.

Session Topics

This session covers:

• Why the ISSB standards were developed and the problems they aim to address.
• An introduction to IFRS S1 and IFRS S2.
• Understanding financial materiality and sustainability-related disclosures.
• Climate-related reporting requirements and climate risk disclosures.
• How ISSB aligns with frameworks such as TCFD and supports interoperability with other reporting requirements.
• Practical actions organisations can take to prepare for implementation.

Who is this for?

This session is designed for:

• Sustainability and ESG professionals.
• Risk managers.
• Finance and accounting professionals.
• Corporate reporting teams.
• Governance and compliance professionals.
• Senior leaders responsible for sustainability strategy.
• Anyone involved in sustainability reporting or preparing for emerging disclosure requirements.

The session is suitable for participants who are new to ISSB as well as those looking to understand how the standards can be implemented within their organisation.

Format & Schedule

This Mini Masterclass is delivered as a 90-minute live online session.

The session combines:

• Expert-led teaching.
• Practical implementation guidance.
• Real-world examples.
• Interactive discussion.
• Live Q&A.

Participants are encouraged to discuss implementation challenges and consider how the principles apply within their own organisations.