The VSME Standard
The Voluntary Sustainability Reporting Standard for SMEs (VSME) is a sustainability reporting framework designed to assist non-listed Micro-, Small-, and Medium-Sized Enterprises in reporting on their sustainability performance.
It provides SMEs with a clear, proportionate, and streamlined method for incorporating ESG considerations into their business operations.
It also helps SMEs to fulfil the growing number of sustainability information requests from large companies and financial institutions.
It provides SMEs with a clear, proportionate, and streamlined method for incorporating ESG considerations into their business operations.
It also helps SMEs to fulfil the growing number of sustainability information requests from large companies and financial institutions.
VSME Courses
Introduction to the VSME Standard
The Introduction to the VSME Standard course is an excellent starting point for individuals and SMEs aiming to grasp the critical aspects of the VSME Standard.
Reporting with the VSME Standard
Gain a comprehensive understanding of how to prepare a sustainability report with the Voluntary Sustainability Reporting Standard for SMEs (VSME).
Benefits of VSME Standard Courses
Our VSME Standard training courses are designed to help you understand and gain confidence in The Voluntary Sustainability Reporting Standard for SMEs (VSME) with a curriculum that covers all aspects of the reporting framework.
Accessibility
All VSME Standard courses are designed for busy professionals of all levels and job roles, in easy-to-follow formats.
Flexibility
Self-paced and delivered entirely online. Learn at a time and place that suits you.
Essential knowledge
Gain a solid foundation of the VSME Standard and its critical components.
Meet data requests
Meet data requests from larger businesses that must request sustainability information from their suppliers.
Strategic advantage
Leverage sustainability reporting to drive business growth, transparency, and reputation.
Certificate
Learners who successfully complete a course will earn a printable Certificate of Completion.
VSME CERTIFICATION
What's included?
Video Lessons
Short, bite-sized videos improve learning and offer a dynamic, interactive way to gain knowledge.
Comprehensive Course Resources
Additional study resources provide extra support for your learning journey.
Knowledge Checks
Regular knowledge check quizzes improve progress and boost knowledge retention.
Certificate of Completion
Earn a printable formal certificate upon successful completion of a course.
What VSME Standard learners say
What our learners say
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We are proud to be an official Friend of EFRAG, demonstrating our commitment to the development of sustainability reporting and supporting EFRAG in their important mission.
The CSRD Institute is dedicated to collaborating in the development of sustainability reporting standards and contributing to their successful implementation.
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