Testimonials Graduates look back

Former students on the specialist course Sustainability Fundamentals

Benjamin Sieber, Head of Corporate Development & Investor Relations, SFS Group Schweiz AG

As someone who recently completed the course at IFZ, I can highly recommend it to anyone interested in gaining a broad and comprehensive understanding of sustainability reporting and communication, as well as the key stakeholders involved and their respective goals and ambitions. One of my main learnings was that every company must find its own path when it comes to setting targets, reporting progress and communicating sustainability topics effectively. I also realized how essential it is to understand the needs of your most important stakeholders — in the end, it all comes down to materiality. In addition, the course made clear that regulations and frameworks will continue to evolve, making it crucial to stay informed and adapt to new requirements. In my daily work, the course has reinforced that my company is already heading in the right direction with its sustainability engagement. At the same time, it highlighted the importance of continuing to advance our efforts and remaining open to the changes that will certainly come in the years ahead.

Iwona Swietlik, Manager ESG Communication/Reporting and CSR, Geberit International AG

As a recent participant in the course «Sustainability Fundamentals for Investor Relations practitioners», I can highly recommend it to anyone working at the intersection of sustainability and capital markets. The course offers a strong foundation in ESG-related topics from an investor perspective, with a particular focus on the role of proxy advisers, disclosure expectations, and the evolving regulatory landscape. Additionally, the course provides a unique opportunity to engage with peers from various industries, creating an excellent environment for both learning and networking. It strikes a valuable balance between essential theoretical knowledge and practical insights from companies, enabling participants to better understand what investors and analysts expect when it comes to sustainability information. The course sharpened my perspective on how to position sustainability messages more strategically for an investor audience.

Darleen Amann, Project Coordinator Finance, Zurich Airport

The HSLU Specialist course «Sustainability Fundamentals for Investor Relations practitioners» offers a valuable and comprehensive overview of the various components of sustainability and the relevance for investor relations. One of its key strengths lies in the dynamic interaction with keynote speakers and the engaging exchange with fellow participants. These elements provide meaningful insights into how different companies approach similar challenges. Despite its compact three-day format, the course allows for in-depth discussions on specific issues and the development of recommendations for action.