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Eligibility
Graduates and above with a minimum work experience of 1 year
Delivery Mode
Live Online classes on Sunday, with access of live sessions recording for later viewing
Program Begins
September 2025
Last Date of Application
15th September 2025
Program Overview
The Advanced Program on Sustainability & ESG with AI and Experiential Learning by IMI Kolkata and myDiksha is a 6-month, career-enhancing program designed for professionals aiming to lead in the fast-growing field of sustainability. Combining core concepts of ESG, CSR, and sustainability leadership with practical exposure to AI-powered ESG platforms, the program delivers both conceptual depth and hands-on experience. With live online classes, a 3-day campus immersion, and guidance from expert faculty, participants gain real-world skills in ESG reporting, auditing, and strategy implementation—essential for driving sustainable change in organizations.
Who is this Program For?
Designed for professionals driving meaningful change through sustainability
- Mid-career and senior professionals working on across diverse sectors
- Government and public sector professionals shaping policy or implementation
- NGO leaders, program heads, and policy advisors working in development
- Entrepreneurs embedding sustainability in business models
- Business leaders and corporate executives integrating ESG in operations
- Professionals from multilateral institutions and foundations
- EHS, ESG, and sustainability professionals leading internal initiatives
Cycle of Learning – The 6-Module Program
What You Will Learn in This Program
Master ESG Principles & CSR
Comprehend and apply Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles to drive sustainable business practices. Understand Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), regulatory framework & Practices
Implement ESG Strategies
Develop and execute effective ESG strategies aligned with business objectives, driving positive change within organizations and their ecosystems.
Excel in ESG Reporting and Auditing
Produce high-quality ESG reports, meet regulatory requirements, and conduct comprehensive ESG audits to enhance organizational transparency and accountability.
Implement AI in ESG
Learn how to include the advantages of AI in collating data for ESG reporting and creating reports.
Hands-on-training
Work on an industry leading platform to create reports. Convert your theoretical knowledge to practical mastery.
Become a Part of the High-Impact Corporate sustainability cources
Curriculum aligned with SDGs
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Industry-trusted pedagogy
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ESG Business Simulation
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Learn to implement ESG and its reporting
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Faculty Overview
Dr. Tirthankar Nag
Professor, Strategy, Innovation & Entrepreneurship, IMI Kolkata
Dean, Research & International Relations
Research Expertise:
ESG for Responsible Value Creation, Design Thinking, Strategic Leadership, Ethics in Digital Business, Innovation Strategy, Sustainability Consulting
Education:
- Fellow (PhD), IIM Ahmedabad
- Alumnus, Jadavpur University
Highlights:
- Over 20 years of experience in management consulting, investment banking, and academic leadership
- Awarded the Chaudhary Padmanabhan Award, IIM Ahmedabad
- Certified by the World Bank Institute and United Nations
- Advisor to Indian ministries, top PSUs, and private sector leaders
- Deeply engaged in mentoring doctoral scholars and publishing in global journals
Dr. Rohan Mukherjee
Associate Professor & Area Chair, Management
Information Systems & Analytics, IMI Kolkata
Research Expertise:
Digital Transformation, Business Analytics, Digital Business Models, Healthcare Analytics, Visual Information Processing, Machine Learning & AI in Business Strategy
Education:
- Ph.D. & MS, IIT Kharagpur
- Post-Doctoral Research in Machine Learning & AI
Highlights:
- Over 15 years of teaching experience at institutions like IIM Bodh Gaya, IIM Jammu, and Goa Institute of Management
- Prolific researcher with publications in top academic journals and IEEE conferences
- Expert in business intelligence, data modeling, and mathematical modeling for management
- Key contributor to executive education
Plays a leading role in shaping digital and analytical education at IMI Kolkata
Program Pedagogy
Lectures
Case studies
Guest speakers
AI Implementation
Experiential Learning
Modules & Sessions
01
Foundations of CSR, Sustainability & ESG
Introduces core concepts of CSR, sustainability, and ESG, tracing the evolution from philanthropy to strategic business alignment. Explores global frameworks, SDGs, and ESG fundamentals including the Triple Bottom Line and Doughnut Economics. Emphasizes the differences and interlinkages between CSR, SD, and ESG. Includes case studies, group projects, and hands-on mapping exercises.
Sustainability-Driven Leadership & Strategy
Focuses on developing leadership skills aligned with sustainability and ethical governance. Covers systems thinking, stakeholder capitalism, and integrating ESG into strategy and innovation. Addresses governance structures, change management, and impact metrics. Involves simulations, case analyses, and a roadmap-building workshop.
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03
ESG Reporting, Auditing & Assurance
Delivers practical knowledge on ESG reporting standards like GRI, SASB, BRSR, and global frameworks. Covers ESG audits, assurance protocols, and third-party verifications. Focuses on effective ESG communication, data quality, and compliance. Includes report drafting, impact storytelling, and a capstone project.
Artificial Intelligence for ESG
Explores how AI enhances ESG efforts through tools like NLP and ML for reporting, climate modeling, and risk prediction. Introduces ESG data management platforms and ethical considerations of AI use. Includes hands-on exploration of AI-based ESG dashboards.
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Experiential Learning on a Platform
Engages participants with an ESG platform for real-world data handling, compliance mapping, and materiality assessments. Covers climate strategy, carbon management, and stakeholder engagement. Facilitates comparison between traditional and tech-based ESG approaches, ending with an applied assessment.
Experiential Learning on a Platform
An in-person experience to deepen conceptual understanding through live interactions, peer engagement, and guided application of ESG knowledge in real-world or simulated contexts.
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Program Fee
Early Bird Enrollment
10% discount on regular enrollment
Registration Fee: ₹ 2,500
Regular Course Fee : ₹ 75,600 (Payable in 3 installments)
GST extra as actuals
Regular Enrollment
Registration Fee: ₹ 2,500
Course Fee : ₹ 84,000
(Payable in 3 installments)
GST extra as actuals
Why ESG Upskilling Matters – What Industry Leaders Say
10 Reasons You Invest In This Programme
In-Demand Expertise
Master ESG & Sustainability in a rapidly growing, future-ready domain.
All-Round Curriculum
Learn CSR, ESG strategy, reporting, auditing, and compliance—end-to-end.
Practical Skills
Work on real-world use cases, assessments, and ESG reports.
AI Integration
Apply AI tools to ESG data for better reporting & analysis.
Hands-On Training
Get practical learning on an industry ESG platform.
Alumni Status
Gain IMI Executive Alumni status and its lifelong career value.
Campus Immersion
3-day learning experience at IMI Campus to kickstart your journey.
Flexible Format
80% online, 20% offline—designed for working professionals.
Recognized Certification
Earn a certification from IMI Kolkata to boost your credibility.
Drive Real Change
Lead meaningful sustainability action in your business & industry.
About IMI
International Management Institute (IMI), founded in 1981, is a leading Indian business school with campuses in New Delhi, Kolkata, and Bhubaneswar. Originally established with corporate sponsorship and in collaboration with IMD Lausanne, IMI has consistently ranked among the top 10-15 business schools in India. Internationally accredited by AMBA, IMI offers various programs including PGDM, executive education, and doctoral studies. The institute maintains global partnerships with top schools in Europe, North America, and Asia. IMI’s vision is to be a premier management school with a global outlook, focusing on knowledge creation and dissemination. Its mission emphasizes developing responsible, globally aware, and value-driven leaders with critical thinking skills and an innovative mindset. IMI is renowned for its high-quality research and faculty with international qualifications and corporate experience.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is ESG, and why should I care?
ESG stands for Environmental, Social, and Governance. It’s rapidly becoming a core business skill as companies focus on sustainability, ethical practices, and long-term value creation.
Who is this program ideal for?
Mid-to-senior-level professionals, business leaders, consultants, and entrepreneurs looking to integrate ESG into decision-making and drive responsible growth. various ESG-related challenges in your organization.
Is this a certified program?
Yes, participants will receive a certificate from IMI Kolkata upon successful completion of the program
How is this different from other ESG courses?
This is India’s first practice-oriented ESG program—designed by top B-School faculty, with real-world cases, hands-on tools, and industry-aligned frameworks.
What is the format and duration of the program?
It’s a 6-module, online executive program delivered over live sessions with faculty, designed to be flexible for working professionals.
Do I need a background in ESG or finance to join?
Not at all. The course is structured to build your ESG understanding from the ground up, regardless of your domain.
“ESG is no longer a nice-to-have. It’s a boardroom priority. If your team isn’t ESG-literate, your business will be left behind.”
Ritika Sharma Head of Sustainability, Integra Group