Certified ESG Professional Programme – Level 1

Course Overview

Sustainability has moved beyond being a passing trend — it is now a worldwide imperative. With increasing pressure on businesses to meet Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) standards, the demand for professionals equipped with ESG expertise continues to rise.

The Certified ESG Professional Programme equips you with the knowledge and skills to champion responsible transformation, enhance your professional profile, and open doors to new career opportunities across traditional industries and the rapidly growing green economy.

Take the lead in shaping a sustainable future — and distinguish yourself as a trusted expert in the ESG field.

Learning Outcomes

With this course, you will:

Get certified as an ESG professional.
Gain a solid understanding of sustainability principles and their applications across various industries.
Integrate ESG principles into strategic decision-making.
Gain mastery in aligning sustainability with business strategy and financial practices.

Conduct materiality assessments to determine critical factors for ESG reporting, enabling clear and transparent communication of your organisation’s sustainability performance to stakeholders.
Define ESG fundamentals and evaluate their effect on business performance and long-term value.
Apply a range of tools and frameworks to effectively embed ESG practices within organizations.

Who should attend?

Professionals seeking to understand and apply sustainability principles across industries.
Individuals who want to implement and measure ESG initiatives using professional management tools.
Innovators committed to crafting solutions for issues like climate change, waste reduction, and resource management.
Individuals looking to assess the extent of ESG practices within organisations.
Anyone wishing to stand out in the market through a deep understanding of ESG principles.

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Course Modules

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Introduction to ESG
Gain a solid foundation in Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles. This module covers the definition, evolution, and growing importance of ESG in today’s business landscape. Learn the business case for ESG and understand how it drives long-term value creation.

ESG Landscape and Frameworks
Explore the global and Malaysian ESG landscapes, including key trends, regulatory developments, and frameworks shaping responsible business practices. Discover how international climate and social initiatives—such as COP28—impact corporate ESG strategies and decision-making.

Incentives and Financing
Understand Malaysia’s commitment to making sustainability more accessible for SMEs through government incentives and financing schemes. Topics include the Green Technology Financing Scheme (GTFS), Green Investment Tax Allowance (GITA), Green Income Tax Exemption (GITE), MYHIJAU Mark, Low Carbon Transition Facility (CTF), Business Recapitalisation Facility (BRF), Disaster Relief Facility (DRF 2022), Green Funds & Procurement, Electric Vehicle Incentives, Green Building Index (GBI), and CCPT – Malaysia’s Green Taxonomy for financing options.

Anti-Corruption and Ethics
Learn how to foster a culture of integrity, transparency, and accountability within organizations. This module addresses the various forms of corruption, their impact on business and society, and features real-world case studies to illustrate effective anti-corruption measures.

Governance
Dive into the principles and practices of good governance, and understand its role in strengthening organizational performance. Topics include embedding governance frameworks, promoting ethics and integrity, and implementing practical steps to ensure accountability and effective leadership.

Business and Human Rights
Examine the social dimension of ESG, focusing on human rights and labor practices. Learn why respecting human rights is essential for sustainable business, and explore international labor standards, responsible labor practices, and the due diligence required to implement effective policies.

Environmental Sustainability
Understand the business case for environmental stewardship and learn to measure, manage, and reduce environmental impacts. This module covers greenhouse gas emissions (GHG Protocol, Scope 1 and Scope 2 calculations), water, biodiversity, ocean health, and waste management. You will also explore policy development, environmental audits, and case studies of industry leaders in sustainability.

Sustainability Reporting
Master the fundamentals of sustainability reporting and ESG disclosures. Learn to conduct materiality assessments, identify key reporting elements, and apply practical tools such as the Materiality Matrix Toolkit and SME ESG Disclosure Guide (SEDG) to communicate performance transparently to stakeholders.

Assessment
To qualify as a Certified ESG Professional, participants will complete a knowledge-based assessment designed to test both understanding and application. The final evaluation includes a case study where you will assume the role of a sustainability associate, analyse a company’s ESG challenge, and propose actionable strategies using the frameworks and insights gained throughout the programme.