Training course
Natural Capital for Business Decision-Making
On the path to nature positive and net zero
Natural Capital for Business Decision-Making is a CPD-accredited training course that enables users to translate capital assessments into real business decisions.
Developed by Capitals Coalition and delivered by Social Value International, the course equips participants with practical knowledge and tools to support nature-positive and net-zero outcomes.
Why Natural Capital?
Businesses are increasingly expected to understand and manage their impacts and dependencies on nature. Natural capital assessments support better decisions by helping organisations identify, measure and value their environmental impacts and the risks and opportunities they create.
Join our next course
The online Natural Capital for Business Decision-Making course offers professionals around the world the chance to up-skill and connect with a global community of practice.
Ready to get started? Explore our upcoming course dates and secure your place below.
Online delivery - 3 live sessions
(also available to view as recordings)
Can’t attend the live sessions? You can still take the course by accessing the session recordings and completing the accompanying workbook.
Meet your trainer
David Wray
David brings more than 25 years of senior finance leadership experience across multinational corporations and medium-sized enterprises in North America, Europe and China, with over a decade specialising in the integration of sustainability into strategic planning, financial analysis and decision-making.
A highly experienced learning and development professional, David has designed and delivered finance, ESG and sustainability training programmes for Fortune 500 companies and SMEs, reaching more than 10,000 professionals globally. He is known for his ability to simplify complex concepts, build rapport with participants and bridge the gap between technical knowledge and practical application.
Benefits of the course
Gain CPD-accredited professional learning.
Build credible, practice-ready sustainability skills.
Connect with a global network of peers and practitioners.
Course details
Developed by the authors of the Capitals Approach, the course combines expert insight with practical discussion, helping participants understand how natural capital assessments can inform strategy, investment and reporting.
Participants will have the opportunity to connect with a global network of peers, consultants and practitioners to share experiences, explore real-world applications and build relationships that support nature-positive transformation.
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The course is designed for sustainability, ESG and CSR managers, business decision-makers, consultants, practitioners, impact investors and other professionals interested in natural capital assessment.
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Participants will explore the foundations of natural capital, assessment methodologies, interpretation of results, and how these insights can be embedded into strategy, investment, and reporting processes. Learning is supported by practical examples and peer discussion.
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Build participants’ understanding of natural capital concepts and assessment processes
Support practical integration of environmental data into business decision-making
Contribute to real-world transformation aligned with SVI principles
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This CPD-accredited course offers a high-quality learning experience for professionals looking to strengthen their understanding of natural capital and apply it confidently in business decision-making.
CPD accreditation confirms that this course meets recognised professional learning standards.
While CPD requirements vary by country and profession, many participants can count this learning towards formal professional development, continuing education, or lifelong learning requirements. -
The course fee is £1000 per participant. This includes all tuition, materials and accreditation.
The full training fee will be due upon application to the course. Should this be an issue, you can contact our team directly to discuss available options.
Available Discounts:20% - participants from SVI Joint Member Networks and Capitals Coalition Regional Hubs
20% - group discounts available for registrations of 3 or 4 participants from the same organisation
25% - group discounts available for registrations of 5 or more participants from the same organisation
Individual discounts can be offered on a case-by-case basis to participants from SMEs/non-profits/low-income countries.
If you are an SVI or JMN member, an employee of an SME/non-profit, or a registrant from a low-income country, you can request a discount by filling out this form, and we will be in touch with the next steps: Discount Request Form - Natural Capital Training Course
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Not sure if this course is right for you, or would like to find out more before registering?
Book a short call with our Project Coordinator, Christian, who will be happy to talk you through the course, discuss your specific needs and help you explore any available discounts.
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