Business and Climate Change
Climate change is redefining risk, resilience, and opportunity across all sectors. This course equips decision-makers with the insight and tools to respond strategically to climate challenges while driving sustainable value creation. From risk assessment to innovation, participants will gain the capabilities needed to lead climate-resilient business transformation in an evolving global economy.
4700£
Target Audience
This course is specifically designed for:
Senior executives and corporate strategists
Sustainability and ESG leaders
Operations, risk, and compliance managers
Innovation, finance, and policy professionals
Business leaders seeking to integrate climate strategies into core functions
Learning Objectives
By the end of this training, participants will be able to:
Understand the science, economics, and regulatory landscape of climate change
Assess climate-related risks and embed climate resilience into strategy
Design actionable decarbonization and adaptation plans
Leverage innovation and finance to accelerate climate action
Align corporate governance with sustainability targets and stakeholder demands
Module 1: M&A Strategy and Deal Rationale
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Identifying strategic drivers behind acquisitions and mergers
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Differentiating between horizontal, vertical, and conglomerate strategies
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Understanding market positioning, synergies, and growth scenarios
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Evaluating build vs. buy decisions
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Real-life case studies of successful and failed deals
Module 2: Target Identification and Due Diligence
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Establishing acquisition criteria and target screening methods
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Financial, operational, legal, and cultural due diligence best practices
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Red flags and risk mitigation strategies
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Conducting commercial assessments and strategic fit analysis
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Tools and templates for structured due diligence
Module 3: Valuation and Deal Structuring
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Methods of business valuation: DCF, multiples, precedent transactions
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Deal financing options: equity, debt, hybrids
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Structuring earn-outs, warranties, and indemnities
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Tax considerations and cross-border implications
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Negotiation tactics and value protection mechanisms
Module 4: Legal and Regulatory Framework
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Overview of legal steps in the M&A process
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Competition law, antitrust issues, and regulatory clearance
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Cross-border transaction complexities and compliance
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Drafting key legal documents: LOIs, term sheets, SPAs
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Managing external advisors: lawyers, auditors, investment banks
Module 5: Post-Merger Integration and Value Realization
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Cultural integration and change management
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Aligning leadership teams and operating models
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Synergy capture and KPI monitoring
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Communication strategies for internal and external stakeholders
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Lessons learned and post-deal review techniques
Understanding climate science and IPCC frameworks
The evolving global policy landscape (e.g. COP, Paris Agreement, Net Zero)
Business implications of physical and transitional climate risks
Regional and sector-specific exposure to climate impacts
Role of business in accelerating climate adaptation and mitigation
TCFD, ISSB, and scenario-based risk assessment
Building climate resilience into operations and supply chains
Stress testing strategies for climate shocks
Climate-smart procurement and resource management
Creating governance structures for integrated climate leadership
Measuring and managing Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions
Energy transition and renewable integration
Climate innovation and clean tech solutions
Circular economy and sustainable product design
Roadmaps for Net Zero and beyond
Accessing climate finance mechanisms and green bonds
ESG investing and carbon pricing
Internal carbon accounting and budgeting
Financing low-carbon business models
Strategic partnerships for climate innovation
Frameworks for transparency: GHG Protocol, CDP, GRI
Communicating progress to investors and stakeholders
Climate-linked KPIs and executive incentives
Embedding climate thinking across all levels of the organization
Case studies in leading corporate climate action
Approach
Real-life case studies from global and regional industries
Climate scenario simulations and strategic response planning
Group discussions and peer-to-peer learning
Interactive exercises and carbon footprint assessments
Personal reflection and roadmap development
Delivery Format
Duration
3, 5, 10 Days
Language
English, Spanish, German, Portuguese, French.
Wins – What You Gain
Position your organization at the forefront of climate leadership
Translate climate risks into innovation, cost savings, and growth
Strengthen ESG performance and investor confidence
Build resilience into your operations and supply chain
Navigate regulatory changes and align with global climate commitments
Why Attend This Course
Approach
Real-life case studies from global and regional industries
Climate scenario simulations and strategic response planning
Group discussions and peer-to-peer learning
Interactive exercises and carbon footprint assessments
Personal reflection and roadmap development
