Materiality analysis online course (3h)

The double materiality analysis, also known as the materiality analysis, is a central element of the CSRD and ESRS. For many companies, however, its preparation represents a complex challenge. This online course provides you with the practical and compact knowledge you need to carry out your own materiality analysis in an efficient, standard-compliant and targeted manner – from the comfort of your own workplace.
What you can expect:
- Understanding the basics: Introduction to the requirements of the CSRD and ESRS
- Practical instructions: Step-by-step instructions for preparing a double materiality analysis, incl.
- Understanding context
- Stakeholder analysis
- Identify and evaluate IROs
- Materiality matrix
- Data point mapping and next steps
- Efficient implementation: tips, free tools, valuable assistance and best practices to save time and avoid pitfalls
- We provide you with further attachments and links:
- Detailed ESRS requirements of EFRAG
- List of ESRS data points
- Bonus: AI prompts for carrying out the materiality analysis
Your benefits from the materiality analysis online course
After the course you will be able to:
- Conduct a materiality analysis pragmatically and in compliance with standards
- Take into account stakeholder perspectives at the materiality analysis
- Identify material topics for reporting in accordance with ESRS
- Identify the relevant data points and carry out the next steps
- Save time and resources with proven processes, AI, templates and (free) tools
Who is the materiality analysis online course suitable for?
The materiality analysis course is aimed at CSRD managers, sustainability managers and other experts who are involved in their company’s sustainability reporting and strategy.
Management consultancies and auditors who support their clients with the double materiality analysis will also benefit from this workshop.
Do you prefer an interactive format?
Perhaps our 4-hour materiality analysis workshop is the right thing for you and your company.
Certificate of participation
All graduates of the double materiality analysis e-learning course receive an official certificate for successful completion. The authenticity of the certificate can also be traced and verified by third parties.
In addition, a digital badge can be added to your LinkedIn profile with one click to display the knowledge you have acquired.

Who created this materiality analysis online course?
Alexander Spahn from CSR Tools created this course. He started his career at auditing and consulting firm Deloitte and has been working intensively on CSRD since 2023. He publishes the CSRD Compass newsletter every two weeks.
Find out more about Alexander Spahn and CSR Tools here.
Express your interest in the materiality analysis online course now
We are currently finalizing the materiality analysis online course and will be happy to inform you as soon as the course is available.
Further information on the materiality analysis
The double materiality analysis, also known as the materiality analysis, is a central part of CSRD reporting. The results of this analysis, which ideally involves a wide range of stakeholders, form the basis for determining which data points and KPIs need to be reported on.
Further information can be found in our blog posts on the topics of materiality (double materiality) and ESRS.

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