Programmes to build expertise in sustainability and leadership

To incorporate sustainability initiatives into all aspects of business, you want to start at the foundational level to identify the drivers and purpose for sustainability considerations in your organisation.

Long-term value creation for a business’s sustainability initiatives involves aligning the company’s vision and mission to business operations; incorporating shareholders and stakeholders; and integrating sustainability initiatives into resource allocation and strategic planning.

The ESG and Sustainable Financial Strategy course was designed for current or aspiring finance leaders who are keen to learn the factors to include when creating a comprehensive strategy as a purpose-led organization.

After the 7-week course you will know how to:

• Identify the risks and opportunities in sustainability considerations and their potential impacts on the organisation

• Understand the role of green finance in funding sustainability initiatives

• Compare various forms of green financing available for funding sustainability initiatives

• Determine the role of successful governance structures to achieve sustainability initiatives

• Understand frameworks and reporting standards — how they overlap / how they differ — and how you can maintain compliance

• Learn the common metrics and measurements in sustainability reporting

• Compare the different ratings, metrics, and measurements in sustainability reporting

• Understand internal controls and audit functions to consider when implementing sustainability initiatives

Course attendees: Executive management or finance and accounting professionals with a minimum of 8 years' experience, aspiring for a decision-making role

Course structure: Live online

NASBA level: Advanced

CPE / CPD credits: 26.5

Course theme: Integrating sustainability into strategic decision-making

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Note: The ESG and Sustainable Financial Strategy Course is delivered by the University of Oxford’s Saïd Business School and as part of purchasing, your personal data will be processed by the University of Oxford per their privacy protection terms and conditions.

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When developing a plan to implement sustainability initiatives at your organisation, you will want to include procedures for generating transparent and compliant sustainability reports. Promoting transparency and maintaining regulatory compliance amplifies business value and your value-add to the organisation.

With the Oxford Sustainability Reporting and ESG Data Management Programme, you will learn about guidelines for international sustainability reporting, including the SASB Standards, best practices for developing a reporting and control system, and tips for incorporating AI into the process.

After the 8-week course you will know how to:

• Determine the connection between sustainability reporting frameworks and long-term value creation

• Identify how to strengthen governance and control systems for sustainability reporting

• Determine how to report on climate risks and opportunities

• Analyse the benefits and limitations of non-financial data and ratings in business decision-making

• Calculate the strengths and limitations of applying AI to data analysis

• Determine a comprehensive sustainability reporting strategy connected with financial reporting

Course attendees: Mid-level finance and accounting professionals

Course structure: Live online

NASBA level: Intermediate

CPE/CPD credits: 27

Course theme: Compliant sustainability reporting with ESG data

AICPA and CIMA members, be sure to log in to access a discount code for 20% off.

Note: The Oxford Sustainability Reporting and ESG Data Management Programme is delivered by the University of Oxford’s Saïd Business School and as part of purchasing, your personal data will be processed by the University of Oxford per their privacy protection terms and conditions.

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Guidelines and practical tools are needed to deploy artificial intelligence responsibly and ensure regulatory compliance. Governance, risk mitigation, and auditing AI systems are factors to include when developing sustainability strategies and AI policies aligned with emerging global regulations.

The Oxford Leading Sustainable Corporations Programme prepares you to move from traditional performance measurement to integrating sustainability initiatives into corporate governance and business practice.

After the 6-week course you will how to:

• Implement climate risk management and ESG integration strategies

• Develop KPIs to measure organisational carbon footprint and sustainability performance

• Incorporate sustainability into corporate governance structures

• Evaluate organisational impact on environmental and social systems

• Apply sustainable business management principles to strategic decision-making

• Lead organisational change toward long-term sustainability

Course attendees: Senior executives and business leaders

Course structure: Live online and on-demand learning modules

Course theme: Corporate governance structures that embed sustainability and responsible AI use

Note: The Oxford Leading Sustainable Corporations Programme is delivered by the University of Oxford’s Saïd Business School and as part of purchasing, your personal data will be processed by the University of Oxford per their privacy protection terms and conditions.

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As artificial intelligence becomes increasingly incorporated in finance and accounting practices, you will need a comprehensive understanding of the ethical, legal, and regulatory challenges associated with AI tech. Organisations must address issues including bias, transparency, privacy, and emerging regulatory frameworks such as the EU AI Act.

With Oxford AI Ethics, Regulation and Compliance Programme[AM1] [AM2] [LT3] [AM4] , you will develop strategies for responsible AI deployment and gain hands-on experience using Oxethica, an AI governance platform.

After the 4-week course you will know how to:

• Interpret global AI regulations and compliance requirements

• Develop strategies for creating trustworthy AI systems

• Identify compliance mandates for different AI applications

• Evaluate AI failure modes and risk factors

• Conduct audits of AI systems using governance tools

• Implement ethical and responsible AI practices within organisations

Course attendees: Executives, leaders, policymakers, and regulators

Course structure: Live online and on-demand webinars

Course theme: Responsible and ethical AI use that complies with regulations, such as the EU AI Act

Note: The Oxford AI Ethics, Regulation and Compliance Programme is delivered through the Oxford Online Campus.

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Leadership across business disciplines is essential to enhance an organisation’s strategic planning, performance, and growth. The Oxford MBA Fundamentals programme is designed for you to build your competencies in strategy, finance, marketing, operations, and leadership.

Participants will gain practical tools for analysing processes, determining effective strategies, and assessing opportunities for value creation, including innovation, entrepreneurship, and organisational design.

After the 10-week programme you will know how to:

• Apply core business principles across strategy, finance, marketing, and operations

• Evaluate business opportunities and organisational performance

• Develop strategic frameworks for business decision-making

• Implement modern leadership and management approaches

• Build inclusive and effective organisational structures

• Analyse business processes and select appropriate strategies

Course attendees: Executives, business owners, managers, entrepreneurs

Course structure: Live online

Course theme: Leadership skills — strategy, finance, marketing, operations — to improve performance and drive growth

Note: The Oxford MBA Fundamentals is delivered through the Oxford Online Campus.

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Leadership theory with practical frameworks for real-world application empowers leaders to manage high-performing teams and lead organisational transformations that aligns with strategic goals.

The Oxford Executive Leadership Programme is an opportunity to delve into effective leadership methods and strategies to apply leadership theory. Participants learn tactics to navigate organisational complexity, guide change management, and lead teams with power and influence.

After the 8-week course, you will know how to:

• Evaluate effective leadership approaches and organisational performance

• Align personal leadership purpose with organisational objectives

• Apply decision-making and engagement strategies as a leader

• Lead teams to achieve high performance

• Implement strategies to lead organisational change

• Manage complexity and organisational challenges effectively

Course attendees: Executives, senior leaders, managers

Course structure: Live online

Course theme: Leadership skills to lead high-performing teams and drive organisational change per strategic goals

Note: The Oxford Executive Leadership Programme is delivered through the Oxford Online Campus.

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