Certificate in ESG Investing
Career prospects
Alongside traditional financial returns, the sustainability and ethical impacts of investments are becoming key concerns for stakeholders. The ability to understand ESG factors and integrate them into your decision-making gives you a powerful advantage – whether you are an investment professional or working in adjacent sectors like law or HR.
Comparing the Certificate in ESG Investing
Need help deciding which program of study will support your career goals? Discover how the ESG certification compares to other qualifications around the world.
Country |
Qualification |
|---|---|
USA |
Associate degree standard |
UK |
RQF Level 4 |
Canada |
OQF Level 7 |
India |
NSQF Level 6 |
Hong Kong |
HKQF Level 4 |
Singapore |
Singaporean Polytechnic Diploma standard |
Australia |
AQF Level 5 |
Brazil |
Curso Superior de Formação Especifíca |
China |
Preparatory Technician Certificate standard |
Japan |
Associate degree standard |
South Africa |
S.A. NQF Level 6 |
France |
NQF Level 4 |
Shareable credentials for global recognition
When you earn the Certificate in ESG Investing, you are acknowledged worldwide for your mastery of the topic, as well as your dedication to sustainability, ethical practices, and social responsibility.
Your digital badge and certificate show this dedication and aligns you with a global community of professionals striving for the same high standards.
ESG career paths
Earn the Certificate in ESG Investing and you open doors to a variety of career paths – from new roles in sustainability to becoming the in-house ESG expert at your current organization.
Which jobs could you get with an ESG certification?
- ESG Analyst
- Sustainability Manager
- ESG Specialist
- ESG Product Manager
- Head of ESG
- Chief Sustainability Officer
Valued by employers
Some of the world’s biggest financial institutes employ ESG certificate holders. These include JPMorgan Chase, UBS, HSBC Holdings, Ernst & Young, PricewaterhouseCoopers, and Morningstar, Inc. By achieving the Certificate in ESG Investing, you’re aligning yourself with the priorities of today’s investment industry, and the main players within it.
Certificate in ESG Investing
- Certificate - 1 exam
- Foundational level
- 100 hours to complete
- Self-paced online learning
- Learning materials included
- 20 PL Credits (2 SER)
Frequently asked questions
After registering, you have six months to study the curriculum and complete the exam. We recommend studying 100+ hours before attempting the exam.
Prior knowledge of the investment process is helpful, but there are no prerequisites. This is a foundational certificate for anyone looking to improve their understanding of ESG issues.
The Certificate in ESG Investing builds foundational knowledge and a broad understanding of the issues across topics including environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors. The Climate Risk, Valuation, and Investing Certificate is an advanced certificate for anyone who already has foundational knowledge and skills in financial statement analysis and valuation. It teaches practical application of climate-related factors to conduct analysis, valuation, and portfolio construction.
For more than 75 years, CFA Institute has provided investment practitioners with the knowledge they need to advance their career. Our certificates are renowned globally as the gold standard so you can be confident our curriculum will give you the skills you need to stay ahead.
The Certificate in ESG Investing provides holistic coverage of ESG Investing with a curriculum that is updated every year with the latest research and trends. Plus, with the self-paced format you can study on your own time and schedule the exam at a time that fits your schedule.
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