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ESG Essentials: What Every Employee Must Know (1 day)

June 16, 2026

Objectives 

Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) principles are no longer limited to top management or sustainability teams. In Malaysia, organisations are increasingly expected to demonstrate responsible business practices, regulatory compliance, and ethical conduct across all levels of the workforce. 

This programme is designed to build foundational ESG awareness among employees by explaining what ESG means, why it matters, and how individual roles contribute to organisational ESG commitments. Participants will gain practical understanding of ESG concepts, workplace implications, and everyday actions that support sustainable and responsible business practices 

Target Audience 

  • Employees at all levels 
  • Executives, managers, and supervisors 
  • Operational and support staff 
  • Organisations beginning or strengthening ESG initiatives 

Learning Outcomes 

  • Understand the basic concepts and components of ESG 
  • Recognise the importance of ESG in the Malaysian business context
  • Identify how ESG principles apply to daily work activities 
  • Understand employee roles and responsibilities in supporting ESG goals
  • Contribute positively to environmental, social, and governance practices at the workplace 

Course Outline: Module 1: Introduction to ESG 

  • What is ESG and why it matters 
  • Evolution of ESG in global and Malaysian contexts 
  • ESG as a business, compliance, and reputation issue

Module 2: Environmental (E) – Sustainability at the Workplace 

  • Environmental responsibility in organisations 
  • Resource efficiency, waste reduction, and energy awareness
  • Environmental practices relevant to Malaysian workplaces
  • Employee roles in supporting environmental sustainability 

Module 3: Social (S) – People, Workplace & Community 

  • Workplace health, safety, and wellbeing 
  • Diversity, inclusion, and fair labour practices 
  • Ethical behaviour and respectful workplace culture 
  • Social responsibility within organisations and communities

Module 4: Governance (G) – Ethics, Integrity & Accountability 

  • Understanding governance in simple terms 
  • Code of conduct, policies, and compliance 
  • Anti-corruption and ethical decision-making 
  • Employee accountability and reporting responsibilities

Module 5: ESG in Daily Work Practices 

  • How individual actions support ESG goals 
  • ESG-related risks and consequences of non-compliance
  • Simple workplace examples and scenarios 
  • Aligning personal responsibility with organisational values

Module 6: Building an ESG-Aware Workplace Culture 

  • Creating awareness and shared responsibility 
  • Supporting organisational ESG initiatives 
  • Personal action planning for ESG-friendly behaviour
  • Key takeaways and commitment to responsible practices 

PRICING:

RM 1,800.00 Per Person (HRD Corp Claimable Course) + 8% SST
To inquire about pricing for our training, please contact us for a quote.

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For any enquiries, please contact us at:
UOA Academy Sdn Bhd
Suite 1-2, Lower Level 1, City, The Horizon Annexe, Avenue 7,
Bangsar South, 59200 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur.

Tel: 6013 482 4810 / 6016 241 3517
Email: register@uoa-academy.com

 

 

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Cancellation & Transfer

Please note that should this registration be cancelled fourteen (14) days before the day of the training, a 50% cancellation charge will be imposed. If cancellation is made seven (7) days before the training, full payment of the training will be levied. Please note that amendments can only be made to the above arrangement by giving a minimum of three (3) working days’ notice. Additionally, a 30% upfront payment is required via Human Resource Development Corporation (HRDC) or bank transfer. 

Disclaimer: UOA Academy reserves the right to make changes to the venue, date, and speaker, including cancellation of the workshop if warranted by circumstances beyond its control. 

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