Approved ISSB Training Partner
ISSB Disclosure Training
Build the practical knowledge and skills to apply IFRS S1 and IFRS S2, and prepare high-quality sustainability-related financial disclosures.
Receive an official IFRS Foundation Certificate of Completion.
Approved ISSB Training Partner
The Sustainability Reporting Institute is a member of the ISSB Training Partner Programme and an authorised provider of the ISSB Disclosure Training.
As an approved ISSB Training Partner, the Sustainability Reporting Institute delivers the official programme curriculum developed by the IFRS Foundation, the authors of the ISSB Standards, through trainers who have been assessed and certified by the IFRS Foundation to deliver the programme.
Build the Skills to Apply ISSB Standards in Practice
Develop the practical knowledge and reporting skills to understand IFRS S1 and IFRS S2, apply the ISSB Standards in practice and strengthen your professional capability.
Official Certificate of Completion
Receive an official IFRS Foundation Certificate of Completion.
Apply IFRS S1 and IFRS S2
Build practical knowledge to understand the requirements of IFRS S1 and IFRS S2 and apply them to sustainability-related financial reporting.
Learn from IFRS Foundation-Developed Content
Develop your knowledge through the official ISSB Disclosure Training curriculum developed by the IFRS Foundation.
Prepare High-Quality Disclosures
Build the capability to prepare high-quality, decision-useful sustainability-related financial disclosures.
Develop Audit-Ready Reporting Skills
Develop practical skills to prepare high-quality, audit-ready sustainability-related financial disclosures.
Earn CPD Credits
Earn CPD credits and strengthen your professional expertise in sustainability-related financial reporting.
About ISSB Disclosure Training
ISSB Disclosure Training is designed to help professionals understand and apply the IFRS Sustainability Disclosure Standards in practice.
The training covers:
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IFRS S1 General Requirements for Disclosure of Sustainability-related Financial Information
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IFRS S2 Climate-related Disclosures
As an approved ISSB Training Partner, the Sustainability Reporting Institute delivers official ISSB Disclosure Training using IFRS Foundation-developed materials and in accordance with the requirements of the ISSB Training Partner Programme.
Why ISSB Standards Matter
The IFRS Sustainability Disclosure Standards provide a global baseline for sustainability-related financial disclosures, focused on information that is useful to investors and other providers of capital.
ISSB Standards are being adopted or otherwise used across jurisdictions, with more than 40 jurisdictions on a path to using the Standards. They provide:
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A global baseline for sustainability-related financial disclosure
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Greater comparability of sustainability-related information across organisations and markets
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Investor-focused information to support decision-making and capital allocation
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A common foundation for sustainability-related financial reporting across jurisdictions
What Will You Learn?
ISSB Disclosure Training is designed to build a practical understanding of the IFRS Sustainability Disclosure Standards and how they apply to sustainability-related financial reporting.
Understand the ISSB Standards
Build a strong foundation in the Standards and understand their purpose, structure and key requirements.
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The foundations of the IFRS Sustainability Disclosure Standards
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The purpose and structure of IFRS S1 and IFRS S2
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Identifying and assessing sustainability-related risks and opportunities
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Understanding the information needs of investors and other providers of capital
Apply the ISSB Standards
Develop practical skills for applying IFRS S1 and IFRS S2 and preparing sustainability-related financial disclosures.
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Applying IFRS S1 in practice
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Applying IFRS S2 and climate-related disclosure requirements
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Preparing sustainability-related financial disclosures
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Practical considerations for implementing the ISSB Standards
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Working through practical examples and case studies
Build Practical Reporting Capability
Go beyond understanding the Standards to develop the skills needed to apply them in a real-world reporting environment.
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Translate requirements into practical reporting considerations
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Consider how sustainability-related risks and opportunities affect reporting
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Develop disclosures that are clear, decision-useful and aligned with the Standards
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Build capability to prepare high-quality, audit-ready disclosures
Who Is ISSB Disclosure Training For?
ISSB Disclosure Training is designed for professionals involved in sustainability-related financial reporting, implementation and governance, including:
- Preparers of sustainability-related financial disclosures
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Sustainability, finance and reporting professionals
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Accounting professionals
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Consultants and advisers supporting organisations with ISSB implementation
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Internal auditors and governance professionals
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Accountants and other professionals developing their sustainability reporting expertise
No advanced sustainability knowledge is required. The training builds a strong foundation before progressing to application-focused topics.
Not sure how ready you are?
Choose your jurisdiction and answer a few quick questions to find out how prepared you are and where you may need to focus next.
Check your readinessWhy Choose an Approved ISSB Training Partner?
The ISSB Training Partner Programme enables approved organisations to deliver official ISSB Disclosure Training using IFRS Foundation-developed materials.
Choosing an approved Training Partner provides access to structured training designed around the official ISSB Disclosure Training programme.
IFRS Foundation-Developed Materials
The training uses materials developed by the IFRS Foundation to support understanding and application of the IFRS Sustainability Disclosure Standards.
Official ISSB Disclosure Training
The Sustainability Reporting Institute is an approved ISSB Training Partner authorised to deliver ISSB Disclosure Training.
Practical, Application-Focused Learning
The training is designed to help participants move beyond understanding the Standards and develop practical capability to apply IFRS S1 and IFRS S2.
Structured Learning
A structured curriculum provides a consistent learning experience and supports participants in developing the knowledge and skills required to prepare high-quality sustainability-related financial disclosures.
Certificate of Completion
Participants who successfully complete the training receive an official IFRS Foundation Certificate of Completion.
Confidence in Your Learning
Build your understanding through training aligned with the official ISSB Disclosure Training programme, giving you a structured foundation for applying IFRS S1 and IFRS S2 in practice.
ISSB Disclosure Training: Course Format
Designed for practical learning, the training combines structured learning modules with detailed lessons, practical examples and real-world case studies.
Format
Self-paced learning
4 comprehensive learning modules
Real-world practical examples and case studies
Jurisdiction-specific modules
Jurisdiction-specific Modules
Understand how the ISSB Standards apply within your local regulatory and reporting landscape.
Explore jurisdiction-specific requirements, developments and practical considerations alongside the global ISSB framework.
Enrol nowJurisdictions included:
UK
- UK SRS
Africa
- Ghana
- Kenya
- Nigeria
- Tanzania
- Zambia
Asia-Pacific
- Australia
- Bangladesh
- Malaysia
- Singapore
UK SRS
Ghana
Kenya
Nigeria
Tanzania
Zambia
Australia
Bangladesh
Malaysia
Singapore
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:
◆ ISSB / IFRS Sustainability Reporting Standards (IFRS S1 & S2)
◆ CSRD and ESRS
Orla participated in the ISSB's inaugural Regulatory Implementation Advisors (RIA) programme in 2026 which equips professionals to support regulators and preparers in implementing the ISSB standards.
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 connects evolving reporting requirements with the practical challenges professionals face when applying sustainability reporting standards.
Orla Carolan
Head of Technical Training, Sustainability Reporting Institute
Frequently Asked Questions
What is ISSB Disclosure Training?
ISSB Disclosure Training is official training on applying the IFRS Sustainability Disclosure Standards. It is delivered by approved ISSB Training Partners using IFRS Foundation-developed materials.
Do I need prior sustainability experience?
No. The training is designed to build foundational knowledge before progressing to application-focused topics.
What are IFRS S1 and IFRS S2?
IFRS S1 sets out general requirements for sustainability-related financial disclosures, while IFRS S2 sets out requirements for climate-related disclosures. IFRS S2 is applied in accordance with IFRS S1.
Is ISSB Disclosure Training official?
Yes. ISSB Disclosure Training is part of the IFRS Foundation's ISSB Training Partner Programme and is delivered by approved Training Partners using IFRS Foundation-developed materials.
Who is ISSB Disclosure Training for?
The training is intended for sustainability, finance and reporting professionals, preparers of sustainability-related financial disclosures, accounting professionals, consultants and advisers, internal auditors, governance professionals and others involved in applying the ISSB Standards.
Will I receive a certificate?
Participants who successfully complete the training receive an official IFRS Foundation Certificate of Completion.
Ready to Enrol in ISSB Disclosure Training?
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