Effective Sustainability and ESG Management Programme
Effective Sustainability and ESG Management Programme
The Effective Sustainability and ESG Management Programme is a certificate course designed for Africa-based private sector executives, providing practical, Africa-focused expertise in corporate sustainability, CSR, and ESG management to strengthen professional effectiveness and business impact.
This programme is designed for middle and senior management executives responsible for strategy, human resource management, sustainability and CSR, community engagement, compliance, investor relations, and corporate communications, who seek to strengthen their expertise in ESG integration and corporate sustainability management within their organisations.
Hybrid Programme
2 Runs
Lagos Business School and Live Online
Programme Date
17 Mar, 2026 (4 weeks)
1 Sep, 2026 (4 weeks)
Programme Fee
₦750,000 (Excluding VAT)
Hybrid Programme
2 Runs
Lagos Business School and Live Online
Programme Date
17 Mar, 2026 (4 weeks)
1 Sep, 2026 (4 weeks)
Hybrid Programme
2 Runs
Lagos Business School and Live Online
Programme Fee
750,000
Programme Overview
Effective Sustainability and ESG Management Programme is a certificate programme that aims to provide current and Africa-focused management knowledge in the area of corporate sustainability, corporate social responsibility, and Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) management. The programme is designed for private sector executives based in Africa.
In the last two decades, there has been growing interest in the role that business plays in society. This has led to more businesses creating roles for corporate sustainability leads, corporate social responsibility officers, and environmental and social risk managers. While these professionals are tasked with driving, promoting and managing sustainability within their organisations, they often experience difficulties in delivering their objectives due to a knowledge gap and limited training for their specific roles.
The programme provides a self-paced learning option for busy professionals to learn and understand the business case for sustainable development so that they can better deliver on their jobs as sustainability professionals in their organisations.
Key Learning Outcomes
Gain Africa-focused, practical expertise in corporate sustainability, CSR, and ESG management to enhance professional effectiveness in private sector organisations.
Close critical knowledge gaps that hinder sustainability professionals from successfully driving and managing ESG initiatives within their organisations
Strengthen your ability to articulate and apply the business case for sustainable development to improve organisational performance and drive long-term value creation.
Hybrid Programme
2 Runs
Programme Date
17 Mar, 2026 (4 weeks)
1 Sep, 2026 (4 weeks)
Programme Fee
₦750,000 (Excluding VAT)
Module 1: Introduction to Corporate Sustainability
- Sustainability concepts and principles
- Global and African market context
- Emerging sustainability trends in Africa
Module 2: Environmental Sustainability
- Environmental sustainability principles and best practices
- Green and circular economy in emerging markets
- Environmental risk and impact assessment
- Regulations, policies, and compliance frameworks
- Integrating sustainability into operations and supply chains
Module 3: Social Sustainability
- Social issues material to business performance
- Workplace and people-focused sustainability assessment
- Community engagement and social investment approaches
Module 4: Strategy & Governance
- Linking strategy to sustainability goals
- Key ESG risks and governance mechanisms
- Reporting, compliance, standards, and frameworks
- Sustainability and finance
Module 5: Integrating Sustainability for Performance
- Embedding ESG into core business strategy
- Measuring impact and performance outcomes
- Driving long-term business value
Prof. Chris Ogbechie | Professor of Strategic Management, Lagos Business School
Chris Ogbechie is a Professor of Strategic Management and former Dean of Lagos Business School, Pan-Atlantic University, and a visiting professor at Strathmore Business School, Nairobi. He holds degrees from Manchester University, Manchester Business School, and Brunel Business School, UK. With extensive experience in strategy, corporate governance, and sustainability, he previously served as Head of Marketing/Sales at Nestlé Nigeria and has held international roles across Europe and Asia. He is the founding Director of the LBS Sustainability Centre and serves on the boards of several leading companies.
Prof. Franklin Ngwu | Professor of Strategic Management
Franklin N. Ngwu is Director of the Lagos Business School Sustainability Centre and an Associate Professor of Strategy, Corporate Governance, and Risk Management. He holds multiple degrees from the University of Manchester and Cardiff University, with over 20 years’ experience in academia, banking, consulting, and policy research in Nigeria and the UK. He has consulted widely for leading institutions, authored several books on corporate governance and CSR, and serves on advisory boards related to sustainability and the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
Prof. Kemi Ogunyemi | Associate Professor, Lagos Business School
Professor Ogunyemi is a faculty member at Lagos Business School, where she teaches business ethics, managerial anthropology, and sustainability management, with research and consulting interests in personal values, work-life balance, social responsibility, sustainability, governance, and anti-corruption risk assessment. Prior to joining the School in 2006, she held leadership roles at the Women’s Board (Educational Cooperation Society) and has since developed and delivered management and leadership programmes for professionals seeking to create positive impact. She has served in several academic and administrative capacities at Lagos Business School, including directing the MBA, Executive MBA, Senior Management Programme, and the Christopher Kolade Centre for Research in Leadership and Ethics, and participating in accreditation and review committees. A member of leading international business ethics networks such as EBEN, BEN-Africa, AIB-SW, and ISBEE, she co-developed the PRME anti-corruption toolkit and has facilitated corruption risk assessment workshops. She holds a law degree from the University of Ibadan, an LLM from the University of Strathclyde, and an MBA and PhD from Pan-Atlantic University.
Orevaoghene Atanya | Director, LBS Sustainability Centre, Lagos Business School
Oreva Atanya is a management executive, author, consultant, and academic dedicated to advancing sustainable development and the transformation of African economies and communities. She serves as Director of the Sustainability Centre at Lagos Business School, where she leads strategy execution and overall management of the Centre, while designing and delivering programmes on sustainability, ESG, and the circular economy. She oversees key initiatives including the Nigeria National Plastic Action Partnership (NPAP) Secretariat, the Nonprofit Leadership and Management Academy, and the Innocent Chukwuma Social Impact (ICSI) Chair and Youth Fellowship. A published author of the three-volume series Management and Leadership for a Sustainable Africa and other works on corporate sustainability, she has advised organisations such as Coca-Cola, Tolaram Group, Ford Foundation, IFAD, dRPC, and the World Economic Forum’s Global Plastic Action Partnership, and serves on nonprofit boards focused on youth development and environmental conservation.
Eunice Sampson | Affiliate, LBS Sustainability Centre; Partner, Climate Change and Sustainability, EY West Africa
Eunice Sampson is an award winning Sustainability professional with over 21 years of experience. She is an ISO-26000 (Social Responsibility) Lead Implementer and Lead Auditor; a certified management consultant; expert in environmental and social risk management, supporting businesses across diverse sectors to effectively manage the risks and leverage the opportunities presented by climate change. Eunice is an expert in driving impactful and measurable (social) investing. She is a community relations and stakeholder management strategist, and has won multiple awards in sustainability integration and reporting in leading corporations. She is currently a PhD researcher in Sustainable Development & Diplomacy.
The Admission Process
Begin your path to professional and personal growth with our straightforward enrollment process.
1. Click on the Apply Now button.
2. Select the number of participants to enroll on the programme and then fill in your detials.
3. Request for an invoice or make an instant payment via our secured payment gateway.
4. Upon confirmation of payment, a programme manager will get in touch with you at least three days before the programme commences.