ISSB Certification Track
ISSB Advanced
Build a strong foundation in the ISSB Standards, including IFRS S1 & S2, and understand their global application in sustainability reporting.
Learn how to navigate key ISSB and industry-based guidance and about adoption paths and status across jurisdictions.
ISSB Reporting Requires Investor-Grade Application
The ISSB Standards (IFRS S1 & S2) establish a global baseline for sustainability-related financial disclosures, designed to support capital markets decision-making.
Many professionals face challenges in:
ā Interpreting IFRS S1 & S2 requirements in practice
ā Understanding how ISSB integrates with existing reporting frameworks
ā Applying climate-related disclosure requirements under IFRS S2
ā Using industry-based guidance, including SASB standards
ā Navigating voluntary adoption and jurisdictional implementation pathways
ā Preparing consistent, decision-useful disclosures for investors
Without practical application skills, ISSB reporting can remain fragmented, inconsistent, and difficult to operationalise.
Learning Outcomes
After this course, you will be able to:
Foundations of ISSB Standards
ā Origins, purpose, and development of ISSB
ā Key inputs shaping global sustainability reporting
ā Role in establishing a global reporting baseline
IFRS S1 & S2 Application
ā Core principles and disclosure requirements
āĀ Climate-related reporting under IFRS S2
ā Practical understanding of investor-grade disclosures
Guidance, Adoption and Implementation
ā Using SASB industry standards in reporting
ā Voluntary adoption and climate-first approaches
ā Global implementation pathways and jurisdictional progress
Course Structure
FormatĀ Ā
Ā 4 comprehensive learning modules
Ā 2 expert-led masterclasses
Ā 60+ detailed lessons and practical examples
Ā Real-world case studies
Ā Best-in-class industry reporting examples
Ā Member Hub access
Ā Study notes and slides
Ā Knowledge checks
Ā Certificate of Completion
Ā 12 months access
Ā 12 months Professional Membership
Course Outline
Masterclass 1: Introduction to Sustainability Reporting -Ā Describe the purpose of sustainability reporting, the role of key stakeholders, benefits and challenges for businesses and the history of the sustainability reporting landscape.
Module 1: Foundations of the ISSB -Ā Understand the foundations of the ISSB and the development and inputs to the ISSB sustainability reporting standards.
Module 2: The ISSB Standards: IFRS S1 and IFRS S2Ā -Ā Describe the key principles, core content and disclosures of IFRS S1 and IFRS S2
Module 3: ISSB Guidance for ReportingĀ -Ā Navigate ISSB Guidance for reporting entities including SASB industry based standards, taking a climate first approach and Nature & Social aspects of reporting.
Module 4: Global Adoption of the ISSB Standards -Ā Describe the rationale for adoption of the ISSB Standards, implementation routes and progress in global jurisdictions.
Masterclass 2: Preparing Business for Sustainability Reporting -Ā Understand how to prepare for sustainability reporting including people, processes and system changes, cost implications and setting strategic direction.
Designed for Professionals Working with ISSB Reporting Requirements
This course is designed for professionals involved in preparing, reviewing, or using sustainability disclosures who need a practical, advanced understanding of the ISSB Standards (IFRS S1 & S2) and their application in global reporting.
Financial Reporting
ā Finance and accounting professionals
ā Corporate reporting teams
Sustainability and ESG
ā Chief Sustainability Officers
ā Sustainability and ESG professionals
Risk and Compliance
ā Audit and assurance professionals
ā Risk and governance professionals
Advisory
ā Advisors and consultants
Learn from an ISSB Reporting Expert
Orla Carolan brings extensive expertise in sustainability reporting, helping organisations navigate regulatory frameworks and apply them in practice. She develops and delivers technical training on:
ā ISSB / IFRS Sustainability Reporting Standards (IFRS S1 & S2)
ā CSRD and ESRS
She has worked for EFRAG on the ESRS development and recent simplification programme and is currently part of the ISSB Regulatory Implementation Advisors (RIA) programme.
A Fellow of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (FCCA), Orla previously held senior roles at JPMorgan Hedge Fund Services and Grant Thornton Ireland in financial reporting and sustainability advisory.
Her work bridges regulatory development with practical application, equipping professionals to implement sustainability reporting effectively.
Orla Carolan
Head of Technical Training, Sustainability Reporting Institute
ISSB Reporting Requires Structured Implementation
This course helps professionals confidently apply IFRS S1 & S2 within evolving global sustainability reporting requirements.
The ISSB Standards require organisations to:
ā Integrate sustainability-related risks and opportunities into reporting
ā Apply consistent and comparable disclosure principles
ā Align sustainability disclosures with financial reporting processes
ā Navigate climate-related reporting requirements under IFRS S2
ā Respond to evolving global adoption and implementation pathways
Advanced understanding enables professionals to:
ā Apply ISSB requirements with greater clarity and confidence
ā Improve consistency and quality in sustainability disclosures
ā Support more effective reporting and governance processes
ā Stay aligned with emerging global reporting expectations
Full Course Access + Professional Membership Included
Enrol on ISSB Advanced today with our Early Bird Offer
ā¬495
Your enrolment includes:
- 6-hour advanced ISSB training
- 60+ lessons and practical examples
- Real-world case studies
- 2 expert-led masterclasses
- Community Hub access
- 12 months access
- 12 months Professional Membership
ISSB Advanced Course: Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to common questions about the ISSB Advanced course, including course suitability, certification, and access.
Who is the ISSB Advanced course designed for?
The course is designed for professionals working across sustainability, reporting, governance, finance, and compliance functions who require a deeper understanding of ISSB reporting requirements and IFRS S1 & S2.
Does the course include practical application of the standards?
Yes. The course focuses not only on the technical requirements of IFRS S1 & S2, but also on how the standards are applied in practice within sustainability reporting processes.
Do I need prior knowledge of ISSB Standards before enrolling?
It builds from structured foundations but is designed for professionals seeking advanced understanding. It is recommended to begin with Introduction to the ISSB Standards.
Will I receive a certificate upon completion?
Yes. Participants receive an ISSB Advanced (Level 2) certificate upon successful completion of the course requirements.
What standards are covered in the course?
The course covers the ISSB Sustainability Disclosure Standards, including IFRS S1 and IFRS S2, as well as related guidance and implementation considerations.
How long will I have access to the course?
Participants receive access for 12 months to the course content from the date of enrolment, allowing flexibility to complete the training at their own pace.
How is the course delivered?
The course is delivered online and includes 4 structured learning modules and 2 expert-led masterclasses, featuring practical examples and applied guidance on ISSB reporting requirements.
What does 12 months Professional Membership mean?
When you enrol in this course, you automatically receive 12 months of Professional Membership, giving you access to the full masterclass library, exclusive resources, and a 20% discount on all other courses.
Lead Sustainability Reporting with Confidence
Gain advanced, practical knowledge of the ISSB Standards (IFRS S1 & S2) and strengthen your ability to apply global sustainability reporting requirements in practice.
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