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Thought Leadership

Connecting the Power of Capital to a Nation's Vision

Article

"Bursa Malaysia believes that a capital market is about making connections", says newly-appointed CEO of Bursa Malaysia, Datuk Umar Swift. He adds that "it connects capital to businesses, turning idle capital into fuel that enable businesses to drive growth."

Competition can Make us Better!

Article

In his third article, the author Datuk Seri Tajuddin Atan raises the fear that many are facing of technology rendering existing skills redundant and how this heightened competition should spur us to be better, to re-think what is taught in our schools and having the necessary skills to extract value and stay ahead of the game. Only then, can the nation keep up with the next level of global development.

People, Planet, Profits: How the Astute Drive Change and Profit From It

Article

Sustainability is not easy, but can potentially unearth new opportunities for businesses. This article written by the author Datuk Seri Tajuddin Atan, encourages investors and companies to internalise sustainability as a way of doing business...

Building for a Future that Keeps Evolving

Article

In this opinion piece, the author Datuk Seri Tajuddin Atan puts forward the view that Malaysians, with their collective experience and intrinsic soft skills

Corporate Governance

ASEAN Companies With More Women on Boards Deliver Better Results

External Report

According to IFC study of 6 ASEAN countries, boards with at least 30% women report a 1.4% higher return on assets

CG Watch 2018: Hard Decisions

External Report

Malaysia was the biggest gainer in a latest regional report on corporate governance, reflecting concrete steps taken to tackle corruption.

Embedding Ethical Values

Infographic

How a structured approach to promoting ethical culture is crucial to ensure that the right culture permeates to the rest of the organisation.

Learning from Digi’s Approach to Business Integrity and Anti-corruption

Case Study

This case study features Digi’s approach to business integrity and anti-corruption - how did they become one of the top performers in ASEAN, as highlighted in a 2018 study?

How Boards can Take Responsibility for Cyber Security

Commentary

This article challenges Boards to consider what steps they should be taking to protect their companies against cyber attacks - one of the top 5 threats facing Asia today.

Systems Rule: How Board Governance can Drive Sustainability Performance

External Report

This report aims to provide key insights into the elements that lead to effective board governance for sustainability.

Why Board Diversity Matters

Webcast

Why is a diverse board a more effective one? Join opinion leaders Sunita Rajakumar and Johan Raslan, as they share their perspectives on why a diverse board can make a real positive impact on business performance.

Boards and Stewardship

Commentary

Create long-term value by progressing to value-based governance. A look at companies such as Google, Apple, Facebook and Amazon (GAFAs) who have accomplished this.

Introduction to the Integrated Reporting Framework

Video

An introductory video on the drivers for integrated reporting and how it helps to achieve financial stability, sustainable development and improved dialogue with investors.

Integrated Reporting: Value to the Board

External Report

Covers the value of Integrated Reporting <IR> to the board, from building trust and reputation to supporting decision making.

Evaluating Board Effectiveness

Case Study

Board evaluation is an important pillar of good governance. Read about approaches to evaluating the effectiveness of boards

The Future of Corporate Governance

Commentary

Explore the developments and trends shaping the future of corporate governance globally in 2018.

Sustainability

Re-thinking Progress: The Circular Economy

Video

What is the circular economy? Replacing the linear ‘throw away and replace’ culture with a circular ‘return and renew’ one.

Rising Tide of Regulations on Business and Human Rights: Could Asia Be Next?

Commentary

Could Asia ever see regulations requiring transparency from companies on human rights in their supply chains?

Taking a Strategic Approach to Social Impact: Maybank Foundation

Webcast

How companies can maximise the impact of their community programmes by taking a strategic approach to corporate community investment

What Are the Sustainability Trends in 2019?

Infographic

From climate change to the void of trust in institutions, we look at the top sustainability trends in 2019

Business and Human Rights: Top-Performing Companies in ASEAN

External Report

Sime Darby tops the list, in a study of human rights disclosures by the largest 250 PLCs in 5 ASEAN countries

Why Should Companies Care About Human Rights?

Webcast

Speaking with Malaysian Lawyer Edmund Bon and Simon Lord from Sime Darby.

Demystifying Sustainability Buzzwords

Infographic

Sustainability, responsible business, CSR, corporate citizenship, corporate responsibility, creating shared value, ESG… what''''s the difference? This infographic sheds light on the definitions of these terms and the nuances, if any, between each definition.

Building on the Base: TCFD Disclosure in Asia

External Report

The first comprehensive guide developed by investors to look at climate change reporting by public-listed companies in Asia against TCFD.

How to Guide: Strategic Corporate Giving

External Report

Many companies today engage in corporate giving, but how can companies move one level up and ensure that this is done strategically?

Navigating the Task Force on Climate-Related Financial Disclosures (TCFD): A Route Map for Action

Commentary

A practical guide to help companies understand the Task Force on Climate-Related Financial Disclosures (TCFD) recommendations.

Embedding Sustainability in the Business: Case Studies from Maybank and Petronas

Video

A video featuring Maybank and Petronas and their approach to embedding sustainability into their business, providing useful insights for other Malaysian companies embarking on their sustainability journey.

All You Need to Know About Sustainability Committees

Case Study

What is the role of Sustainability Committees? Why do companies need one and what are the best practices in setting one up?

Reporting Matters: Striking a Balance Between Disclosure and Engagement

External Report

This report looks at balancing disclosure and engagement, to help companies make the most of their reporting process and the investment it requires.

Materiality: How to Identify the Sustainability Issues that Matter

Webcast

A webcast on Materiality; why it matters, and tips on designing an affective materiality assessment.

Introduction to the FSB Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures

Video

Climate change is one of the largest economic risks the world faces today. Companies are or will be affected by the transition to a low carbon economy and the physical impacts of climate change.

Climate Action 100+: World's Top Investors Launch 'Unprecedented' Drive to Push Carbon Intensive Firms on Climate Action

External Report

Over 200 global investors with more than $26.3 trillion AUM have pledged support to companies responsible for 85 percent of world’s total global greenhouse gas emissions

Activating the SDGs into Business Operations

Webcast

This webinar provides valuable insight into how leading brands are integrating the SDGs into their business to create the disruptive change required to meet the global goals.

Responsible Investment

Driving ESG Investing in Asia – the Imperative for Growth

External Report

An overview of ESG investing in Asia and tips on how investors can increase their ESG investing efforts.

Comparing Banks in ASEAN: How Well Do They Perform on Responsible Banking?

External Report

How well do the top 34 banks in ASEAN perform in terms of corporate governance and ESG integration?

Responsible Investing: Looking for new ways to invest in social enterprises

Article

Responsible Investing: Looking for new ways to invest in social enterprises

Integrating Climate Change into Investment Strategy: A Guide for Investors

External Report

This guide aims to support Asia-based institutional investors (asset owners and managers) on the subject of climate change and to highlight and explore areas of international best practice.

The Truth About Sustainability Investing: Fact-checking Nine Common Ideas

External Report

Interest in sustainability investing has picked up massively in recent years, and with the growing interest has come a growing misconception of what people think it means.

Investor Perspectives on Sustainability: How can Companies Better Engage Investors on ESG Performance?

Webcast

This webcast highlights perspectives on how companies can improve their sustainability disclosures to investors. Listen to our guest speakers Gladys Chua and Benjamin McCarron, who share their expert opinions.

Responsible Finance: Malaysia Leads the Way with New Guidelines

Commentary

The Guidelines on Sustainable and Responsible Investment issued by the Securities Commision Malaysia to promote the growth of such funds in Malaysia.

At the Intersection of Islamic Finance and Responsible Investment

Report

Responsible investing is gaining traction among Islamic investors. The UN Principles of Responsible Investment (UNPRI) looks at the similarities and differences between responsible investment and Islamic finance.

E - Learning

Course List

Introduction To Corporate Governance And Global Principles Introduction to Sustainability Ethical Decision Making Corruption and Bribery

Introduction To Corporate Governance And Global Principles

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About the course

In the age of increasing scrutiny, company directors and officers must be aware of their duties. They must understand how to best manage their work practices for accountability purposes. The Role of the Board course includes a comprehensive analysis of the specific duties that companies have under the current laws.

Introduction to Sustainability

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About the course

This e-learning session seeks to help sustainability practitioners of all levels understand why sustainability is of growing importance to businesses, and how reporting can help businesses manage their key environment, social and governance (ESG) issues.

Ethical Decision Making

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About the course

This course is suitable for employees at all levels, using practical case studies to build an understanding of how ethical behaviour can be applied in the workplace. Focusing on ethical decision making, the course covers core principles which can help participants to make more ethical decisions in a wide variety of scenarios in the workplace.

Corruption and Bribery

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About the course

This 15-min course introduces what constitutes as bribery and corruption as defined by Malaysian law, specifically the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) Act 2009.

Resources

Introduction to Sustainability - Why is Sustainability Important?

Commentary

A brief introduction to sustainable business and the importance of linking sustainability to the business strategy.

Responsible Finance: Malaysia Leads the Way with New Guidelines

Commentary

The Guidelines on Sustainable and Responsible Investment issued by the Securities Commision Malaysia to promote the growth of such funds in Malaysia.

Why Board Diversity Matters

Webcast

Sunway - Voices of Tomorrow

Video

An introductory video to the Jeffrey Sachs Center on Sustainable Development (JSC) at Sunway University in Malaysia, established to support the global effort to achieve the SDGs.

Does Responsible Investment Drive Long Term Returns?

Case Study

This article sheds light on proof that responsible investment is not to the detriment of returns, but in fact one which creates long-term financial returns for investors.

At the Intersection of Islamic Finance and Responsible Investment

Report

Boards and Stewardship

Commentary

Create long-term value by progressing to value-based governance. A look at companies such as Google, Apple, Facebook and Amazon (GAFAs) who have accomplished this.

Introduction to Business & Human Rights

Video

A human rights scandal in your supply chain could have profound impacts on your business. This video helps companies identify potential salient human rights risks and how to mitigate them.

Introduction to Responsible Investment

Commentary

Mainstream investors increasingly see the value of measuring companies ESG performance. This article explores the reasons for the rapid growth of assets managed under responsible investment strategies.

The Business Value of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

External Report

Greater sustainability can help businesses overcome global burdens to growth and deliver trillions in new market value. This report also identifies actions business leaders can take to capture their share of the prize and set the world on the path to a sustainable, inclusive economy.

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ICDM Powertalk Series : How Boards Can Build Reputation Resilience
Malaysia

In the recent years, the deluge of high-profile corporate scandals and turmoil have affected businesses,
- SEP 282019
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Women Entrepreneur Empowerment Conference
Malaysia

Are you a young woman looking for inspiration and guidance to become an entrepreneur?
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- SEP 302019
Turn Your Business Green, Become a Sustainability Champion
Malaysia

Turn Your Business Green, Become a Sustainability Champion

Press Release / News

- SEP 112019
Private Sector is Key in Achieving Malaysia's SDGs
News
Private Sector is Key in Achieving Malaysia's SDGs
- SEP 102019
Clean Energy or Food? Asian Nations Grapple With New Demands on Land
News
Clean Energy or Food? Asian Nations Grapple With New Demands on Land
- SEP 102019
World “gravely” Unprepared for Effects of Climate Crisis – Report
News
According to a report by the Global Commission on Adaptation, the world is “gravely” unprepared for the inevitable effects of the climate crisis.

Corporate Governance

Corporate Governance

Sustainability

Responsible Investment

E-learning

Resources

Thought Leadership

Connecting the Power of Capital to a Nation's Vision

Competition can Make us Better!

People, Planet, Profits: How the Astute Drive Change and Profit From It

Building for a Future that Keeps Evolving

Corporate Governance

ASEAN Companies With More Women on Boards Deliver Better Results

CG Watch 2018: Hard Decisions

Embedding Ethical Values

Learning from Digi’s Approach to Business Integrity and Anti-corruption

How Boards can Take Responsibility for Cyber Security

Systems Rule: How Board Governance can Drive Sustainability Performance

Why Board Diversity Matters

Boards and Stewardship

Introduction to the Integrated Reporting Framework

Integrated Reporting: Value to the Board

Evaluating Board Effectiveness

The Future of Corporate Governance

Sustainability

Re-thinking Progress: The Circular Economy

Rising Tide of Regulations on Business and Human Rights: Could Asia Be Next?

Taking a Strategic Approach to Social Impact: Maybank Foundation

What Are the Sustainability Trends in 2019?

Business and Human Rights: Top-Performing Companies in ASEAN

Why Should Companies Care About Human Rights?

Demystifying Sustainability Buzzwords

Building on the Base: TCFD Disclosure in Asia

How to Guide: Strategic Corporate Giving

Navigating the Task Force on Climate-Related Financial Disclosures (TCFD): A Route Map for Action

Embedding Sustainability in the Business: Case Studies from Maybank and Petronas

All You Need to Know About Sustainability Committees

Reporting Matters: Striking a Balance Between Disclosure and Engagement

Materiality: How to Identify the Sustainability Issues that Matter

Introduction to the FSB Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures

Climate Action 100+: World's Top Investors Launch 'Unprecedented' Drive to Push Carbon Intensive Firms on Climate Action

Activating the SDGs into Business Operations

Responsible Investment

Driving ESG Investing in Asia – the Imperative for Growth

Comparing Banks in ASEAN: How Well Do They Perform on Responsible Banking?

Responsible Investing: Looking for new ways to invest in social enterprises

Integrating Climate Change into Investment Strategy: A Guide for Investors

The Truth About Sustainability Investing: Fact-checking Nine Common Ideas

Investor Perspectives on Sustainability: How can Companies Better Engage Investors on ESG Performance?

Responsible Finance: Malaysia Leads the Way with New Guidelines

At the Intersection of Islamic Finance and Responsible Investment

E - Learning

Course List

Introduction To Corporate Governance And Global Principles

About the course

Introduction to Sustainability

About the course

Ethical Decision Making

About the course

Corruption and Bribery

About the course

Resources

Introduction to Sustainability - Why is Sustainability Important?

Responsible Finance: Malaysia Leads the Way with New Guidelines

Why Board Diversity Matters

Sunway - Voices of Tomorrow

Does Responsible Investment Drive Long Term Returns?

At the Intersection of Islamic Finance and Responsible Investment

Boards and Stewardship

Introduction to Business & Human Rights

Introduction to Responsible Investment

The Business Value of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

Introduction to the Integrated Reporting Framework

Integrated Reporting: Value to the Board

Evaluating Board Effectiveness

The Future of Corporate Governance

The Responsible Investment Spectrum

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ICDM Powertalk Series : How Boards Can Build Reputation Resilience