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Bursa Malaysia goes pink! Let's do our part

Bursa Malaysia goes pink! Let՚s do our part. Invest in your future and support a cause – all with just opening a CDS and trading account!

Take the Sustainability Healthcheck

Presented by Bursa Malaysia, this free self-assessment tool is designed to help listed companies ‘diagnose’ where they are on their sustainability journey. It consists of 10 questions and should take no longer than 30 min to complete

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Case Studies: Best Practices in Sustainability Reporting – Sustainability Governance, Materiality

In the first part of this series, we look at good examples of sustainability reporting in the areas of sustainability governance and materiality.

Most Worrisome Risks for Companies in the Post-COVID World and What Companies Can Do to Remain Resilient

What are the emerging post-COVID 19 risks companies need to proactively protect themselves from?

Bursa Malaysia goes pink! Let's do our part

Bursa Malaysia goes pink! Let՚s do our part. Invest in your future and support a cause – all with just opening a CDS and trading account!

Take the Sustainability Healthcheck

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Case Studies: Best Practices in Sustainability Reporting – Sustainability Governance, Materiality

In the first part of this series, we look at good examples of sustainability reporting in the areas of sustainability governance and materiality.

Most Worrisome Risks for Companies in the Post-COVID World and What Companies Can Do to Remain Resilient

What are the emerging post-COVID 19 risks companies need to proactively protect themselves from?

Corporate Governance

Most Worrisome Risks for Companies in the Post-COVID World and What Companies Can Do to Remain Resilient

Commentary

What are the emerging post-COVID 19 risks companies need to proactively protect themselves from?

Effectiveness of Internal Audit Function: Thematic Review Findings and Key Takeaways

Commentary

What is the current state of internal audit functions in PLCs and what can Audit Committees do to elevate the standards? A study by Bursa Malaysia, in collaboration with the Institute of Internal Auditors Malaysia, reveals some insights.

Speak Up Against Corruption: Employees Handbook for SMEs

External Report

Published by Transparency International Malaysia, this practical guide available in English, Malay and Mandarin educates SME employees to identify common types of corruption at the workplace.

Bursa Malaysia Launches #EqualityforEquity Campaign

External Report

At Bursa Malaysia, gender equality has been a key sustainability priority, as we continue to reinforce our efforts to promote equality in our marketplace and the wider community

Practical Steps to Address Section 17A

Article

The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission Act 2009 (MACC Act) Amendment section 17A introduces corporate liability and makes an organisation’s management potentially personally liable for any corrupt acts committed by their staff

Maybank and Bursa Malaysia Included in 2020 Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index

Article

The gender-equality index includes 325 companies globally recognising a commitment to tackling gender equality in the workplace and in their local communities.

Corporate Liability Provision (Section 17A) – Getting Corporate Malaysia Ready

Commentary

As Malaysian companies prepare for the new Corporate Liability Provision to kick in from June 2020, Dr Muhammad Mohan, President of Transparency International Malaysia.

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

Sustainability

Materiality 2020 – Time to Hit the Reset Button

Webcast

In this webcast, we speak to Golden-Agri Resources and ISS ESG to discuss how companies should re-prioritise their material risks and opportunities amid the seismic events of 2020.

Case Studies: Best Practices in Sustainability Reporting – Measuring KPIs, Setting Targets and Balanced Reporting

Case Study

In the second part of this series, we look at good examples of sustainability reporting in the areas of measuring KPIs, setting targets and balanced reporting.

Rethinking ESG in a Post COVID-19 World

External Report

How should companies in Malaysia rethink their ESG commitments, in light of the pandemic and recent developments by the government to move Malaysia towards a more sustainable future?

Case Studies: Best Practices in Sustainability Reporting – Sustainability Governance, Materiality

Case Study

In the first part of this series, we look at good examples of sustainability reporting in the areas of sustainability governance and materiality.

Five Changes to Expect From the Revised GRI Universal Standards

Commentary

A summary of the most important updates on GRI’s proposed revised Universal Standards - and what the implications might be for businesses.

Wellness at Work: Supporting Workers Amid COVID-19

Video

How managers and supervisors can create safe workplaces, preserve the containment, and communicate effectively with workers to reduce anxiety amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

Case Studies: Leveraging on Technology for Supply Chain Transparency

Commentary

Some companies have leveraged on technology to enhance effective monitoring of the performance and activities of their suppliers. In this case studies, we look at tools developed by companies such as Olam, Thai Union and others.

Contributing to the SDGs: Using the UNGC's SDG Implementation Framework

External Report

UNGC՚s SDG Implementation Framework helps companies to set bolder goals to contribute to the SDGs, aligned with their business purpose and strategy.

Responsible Investment

Islamic Finance, ESG Integration and the SDGs: New Opportunities

Webcast

What are the opportunities to develop new ESG and SDG-aligned Islamic finance products?

Cutting through ESG Jargon

Infographic

Want to be a responsible investor? Step one, learn how to cut through the jargon

How Institutional Investors Determine their ESG Integration Strategies

Video

Global survey revealing insights from close to 350 institutional investors in 16 countries

2020: The Year Sustainable Islamic Finance Scales?

Article

7 reasons why 2020 could be the year Islamic finance scales, with Malaysia as one of the key players benefiting.

Which ESG Ratings Should Companies Benchmark Their Practices Against?

Infographic

What are the top 10 ESG ratings out there, according to sustainability professionals?

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

Resources

Sustainability Reporting Guide (2nd edition)

Report

Newly-launched by Bursa Malaysia, the second edition of the Sustainability Reporting Guide provides guidance on how to embed sustainability in your organisation and identify, evaluate and manage your material economic, environmental and social risks and opportunities.

Sustainability Toolkit - Governance

Sustainability Toolkits

This toolkit provides further guidance to listed issuers on how to establish a governance structure in relation to EES risks and opportunities. It includes insights into the way the management of sustainability may be governed and organised within an organisation. To download a copy of this toolkit, please click here.

Sustainability Toolkit: Stakeholder Engagement

Sustainability Toolkits

Stakeholder engagement is a key step in identifying material sustainability matters, as well as being a critical contribution to an organisation’s sustainability performance and success. This toolkit provides guidance to listed issuers on how to conduct stakeholder engagement during and beyond the materiality assessment.

Sustainability Toolkit: Stakeholder Prioritisation

Sustainability Toolkits

To assist listed issuers in the process of stakeholder engagement, a template for stakeholder prioritisation is available here.

Sustainability Toolkit: Themes and Indicators

Sustainability Toolkits

The purpose of this toolkit is to assist listed issuers in understanding and determining the most appropriate method to collect, manage and report on the Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) related to their material sustainability issues. To download a copy of this toolkit, please click here.

Guidance on Disclosures relating to Material Contracts and Prevention of Selective Disclosure of Material Information

Bursa Resources

Guidance on Disclosures relating to Material Contracts and Prevention of Selective Disclosure of Material Information

Bursa Malaysia's Enforcement/ Disciplinary Proceedings and Processes

Bursa Resources

The enforcement/disciplinary procedures and processes adopted are set out in the Business Rules and LR (collectively “the Rules”) and further supplemented under/via this ICON-DP.

Guidance on Disclosures in Notes to Quarterly Report

Bursa Resources

Guidance on Disclosures in Notes to Quarterly Report

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.

Events

News

- NOV 262020
Malaysian Firm Meditech Gloves to Produce Green Alternative to Rubber Gloves
News
Malaysian firm Meditech Gloves will begin production of natural gloves that can biodegrade 100 times faster than synthetic, petroleum-based options.
- NOV 252020
BNM: Malaysia to Issue Its First Sustainability Bond for Environmental, Social Initiatives
News
The Malaysian government plans to issue its first sustainability bond for environmental and social initiatives next year as the country lays the foundation
- NOV 252020
Singapore Launches World’s First Grant Scheme for Green and Sustainability-linked Loans
News
Companies of all sizes in Singapore will get more support in securing green and sustainability-linked loans, with a new grant scheme launched by the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS).

Corporate Governance

Corporate Governance

Most Worrisome Risks for Companies in the Post-COVID World and What Companies Can Do to Remain Resilient

Effectiveness of Internal Audit Function: Thematic Review Findings and Key Takeaways

Speak Up Against Corruption: Employees Handbook for SMEs

Bursa Malaysia Launches #EqualityforEquity Campaign

Practical Steps to Address Section 17A

Maybank and Bursa Malaysia Included in 2020 Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index

Corporate Liability Provision (Section 17A) – Getting Corporate Malaysia Ready

ASEAN Companies With More Women on Boards Deliver Better Results

Sustainability

Materiality 2020 – Time to Hit the Reset Button

Case Studies: Best Practices in Sustainability Reporting – Measuring KPIs, Setting Targets and Balanced Reporting

Rethinking ESG in a Post COVID-19 World

Case Studies: Best Practices in Sustainability Reporting – Sustainability Governance, Materiality

Five Changes to Expect From the Revised GRI Universal Standards

Wellness at Work: Supporting Workers Amid COVID-19

Case Studies: Leveraging on Technology for Supply Chain Transparency

Contributing to the SDGs: Using the UNGC's SDG Implementation Framework

Responsible Investment

Islamic Finance, ESG Integration and the SDGs: New Opportunities

Cutting through ESG Jargon

How Institutional Investors Determine their ESG Integration Strategies

2020: The Year Sustainable Islamic Finance Scales?

Which ESG Ratings Should Companies Benchmark Their Practices Against?

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

Resources

Sustainability Reporting Guide (2nd edition)

Sustainability Toolkit - Governance

Sustainability Toolkit: Stakeholder Engagement

Sustainability Toolkit: Stakeholder Prioritisation

Sustainability Toolkit: Themes and Indicators

Guidance on Disclosures relating to Material Contracts and Prevention of Selective Disclosure of Material Information

Bursa Malaysia's Enforcement/ Disciplinary Proceedings and Processes

Guidance on Disclosures in Notes to Quarterly Report

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

Events

CapitaLand Sustainability X Challenge Submissions

Asia Sustainability Reporting Summit 2020

GGEF Women Eco Game Changer Awards Ceremony 2020

News

Malaysian Firm Meditech Gloves to Produce Green Alternative to Rubber Gloves

BNM: Malaysia to Issue Its First Sustainability Bond for Environmental, Social Initiatives

Singapore Launches World’s First Grant Scheme for Green and Sustainability-linked Loans