AASB S2 Climate Reporting Professional Certificate
Master mandatory climate disclosure for Australian organizations with comprehensive training covering AASB S2 requirements, scenario analysis, and practical implementation.
Mastering Mandatory Climate Disclosure for Australian Organizations
6 months (180 hours total)
Blended learning with practical projects
AASB S2 Climate Reporting Professional
Foundation Track
Months 1-2 • 60 hours
Essential fundamentals covering the Australian climate reporting landscape, climate science basics, GHG accounting, and governance requirements.
Practitioner Track
Months 3-4 • 60 hours
Advanced risk management, comprehensive scenario analysis, Scope 3 emissions, and reporting excellence for professionals.
Advanced Track
Months 5-6 • 60 hours
Assurance & verification, technology solutions, strategic leadership, and capstone certification project.
Foundation Track (Months 1-2)
60 hours total | Prerequisites: None
Module 1: Australian Climate Reporting Landscape
15 hoursFoundation Track - Month 1
Introduction to Mandatory Climate Reporting
Evolution from voluntary to mandatory disclosure in Australia
AASB S2 Standard Architecture
Overview of the four-pillar structure and key requirements
Regulatory Environment and Enforcement
ASIC's role, director duties, and enforcement framework
Module 2: Climate Science and Risk Fundamentals
15 hoursFoundation Track - Month 1
Climate Science for Business Professionals
Understanding warming scenarios and business impacts
Climate-Related Risks and Opportunities
Framework for identifying and assessing climate impacts
Introduction to Scenario Analysis
Purpose, benefits, and selection criteria for scenarios
Module 3: Greenhouse Gas Accounting Foundations
15 hoursFoundation Track - Month 2
Module 4: Governance and Strategic Integration
15 hoursFoundation Track - Month 2
Practitioner Track (Months 3-4)
60 hours total | Prerequisites: Foundation Track completion
Module 5: Advanced Climate Risk Management
15 hoursPractitioner Track - Month 3
Module 6: Comprehensive Scenario Analysis
15 hoursPractitioner Track - Month 3
Module 7: Advanced GHG Accounting
15 hoursPractitioner Track - Month 4
Module 8: Reporting Excellence
15 hoursPractitioner Track - Month 4
Disclosure Writing and Communication
Master effective climate disclosure writing and stakeholder communication
Data Visualization and Reporting Tools
Create compelling visualizations and interactive reporting
Stakeholder Engagement and Narrative
Build trust and drive action through strategic engagement
Advanced Track (Months 5-6)
60 hours total | Prerequisites: Practitioner Track completion
Module 9: Assurance and Verification
15 hoursAdvanced Track - Month 5
Assurance Standards and Frameworks
Master climate assurance standards and verification requirements
Verification Process Management
Manage end-to-end verification processes effectively
Quality Control and Continuous Improvement
Implement quality systems and drive ongoing excellence
Module 10: Technology Solutions
15 hoursAdvanced Track - Month 5
Module 11: Strategic Climate Leadership
15 hoursAdvanced Track - Month 6
Module 12: Capstone Project and Certification
15 hoursAdvanced Track - Month 6
Assessment and Certification Framework
Assessment Components
- Module Assessments 40%
- Capstone Project 30%
- Final Examination 20%
- Participation 10%
Certification Details
- • Passing Grade: 70% overall
- • Minimum 60% in each module
- • Certification valid for 3 years
- • Annual CPD requirements apply
Ready to Master AASB S2 Climate Reporting?
Join Australia's leading climate reporting professionals and build the expertise needed for mandatory climate disclosure compliance.
Who Should Take This Course
Sustainability Professionals
Financial Reporting Teams
Risk Managers
Governance Professionals
Note: This course is specifically designed for Australian organizations subject to mandatory climate reporting requirements under AASB S2. Content aligns with ASIC Regulatory Guide 280 and the Australian Treasury's implementation framework.