Masterclass
Integrated Reporting
A practical masterclass exploring what integrated reporting is, how it compares to other reporting types, and how to apply the IFRS Integrated Reporting Framework in practice.
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Applying Integrated Reporting in Practice
Integrated reporting is reshaping how organisations connect financial and non-financial information, requiring practical skills to apply the framework and communicate value creation clearly.
Why Integrated Reporting Matters
Integrated reporting brings together an organisation's strategy, governance, performance, and prospects into a single, coherent picture of how it creates value over time.
As financial and sustainability reporting increasingly sit within the same corporate report, understanding how to connect the two, and communicate value creation to providers of capital, is becoming an essential skill.
Key drivers include:
â—† Growing integration of financial and sustainability reporting under frameworks such as the CSRD
â—† Rising investor demand for a connected view of strategy, risk, and value creation
â—† Increasing alignment between the Integrated Reporting Framework and IFRS S1 and S2
Integrated Reporting Masterclass
This masterclass provides a practical, expert-led introduction to integrated reporting, covering its purpose, the IFRS Integrated Reporting Framework, and how it compares to and complements other reporting types.
It focuses on applied learning, helping you understand how to apply the framework's guiding principles and content elements in practice.
You will learn how to:
â—† Explain what integrated reporting is and who benefits from it
â—† Compare integrated reporting to financial, management, and sustainability reporting
â—† Apply the IFRS Integrated Reporting Framework's guiding principles and content elements
â—† Understand how integrated reporting links to IFRS S1 and IFRS S2
Learning Outcomes
By completing this masterclass, you will build a practical understanding of integrated reporting and how to apply the IFRS Integrated Reporting Framework.
Foundations of Integrated Reporting
 ◆ Understand what integrated reporting is and the concept of integrated thinking
â—† Identify who benefits from an integrated report
â—† Compare integrated reporting to financial, management, and sustainability reporting
The IR Framework in Practice
â—† Understand the fundamental concepts of the IR Framework, including the capitals and value creation
â—† Apply the seven guiding principles of integrated reporting
â—† Understand the core content elements of an integrated report
Preparing an Integrated Report
â—† Understand how the IR Framework links to IFRS S1 and IFRS S2
â—† Identify the practical steps involved in preparing an integrated report
â—† Apply an implementation roadmap to your own organisation's reporting journey
Masterclass Structure
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The Integrated Reporting masterclass is approximately 1 hour in duration, and can be completed at your own pace. It covers:
 What integrated reporting is and how it compares to other reporting types
 The IR Framework's fundamental concepts and guiding principles
 Core content elements and links to IFRS S1 and S2
 Practical steps for preparing an integrated report
Who This Is For
The Integrated Reporting masterclass is designed for professionals involved in corporate and sustainability reporting, including those in leadership and management roles:
â—† Sustainability and ESG professionals
â—† Sustainability consultants and advisors
â—† Finance and accounting professionals
â—† Corporate reporting teams
â—† Risk and compliance professionals
â—† Internal and external auditors
Meet your Instructor
Orla Carolan is Head of Technical Training at the Sustainability Reporting Institute, responsible for developing and delivering training on reporting standards including CSRD (ESRS) and ISSB/IFRS Sustainability Reporting Standards (IFRS S1 & S2).
She also works freelance for the European Financial Reporting Advisory Group (EFRAG), contributing to the standard-setting process for ESRS and the recent simplification of standards following EU regulation changes.
A Chartered Certified Accountant (FCCA), Orla previously held senior roles in financial reporting and sustainability advisory at JPMorgan Hedge Fund Services and Grant Thornton Ireland.
Orla Carolan
Head of Technical Training, Sustainability Reporting Institute
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Your membership includes:
- Access to this masterclass
- Access to all Sustainability Reporting Institute courses and certification paths
- Access to all expert-led sessions, interactive workshops and masterclasses
- Access to in-depth learning tools, resources and advanced templates
- Priority invitations and access to member-only networking events, discussions and peer groups
- Recognition and career-enhancing credentials
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to common questions about the Integrated Reporting masterclass.
What is integrated reporting?
Integrated reporting is a way of communicating how an organisation creates value over time, connecting its strategy, governance, performance, and prospects in a single report.
Does this masterclass cover the IFRS Integrated Reporting Framework in detail?
Yes. It covers the framework's fundamental concepts, seven guiding principles, and core content elements, along with practical guidance on preparing a report.
Who benefits from integrated reporting?
Providers of financial capital benefit most directly, but employees, customers, suppliers, regulators, and communities can also benefit from the insights an integrated report provides.
Is the content live or recorded?
The masterclass is pre-recorded and available on demand, so you can watch whenever suits you.
How does integrated reporting differ from sustainability reporting?
Integrated reporting focuses on value creation for providers of capital, while sustainability reporting addresses a broader range of ESG impacts, risks, and opportunities for a wider group of stakeholders.
How can I access this masterclass?
This masterclass is available through Professional Membership.
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