An internationally recognised certification to train financial professionals in ESG matters

The Certified ESG Analyst® (CESGA) certification was launched in 2014 by the European Federation of Financial Analysts Societies (EFFAS) to spearhead one of the first ESG (environmental, social and governance) investing qualifications in the financial field. This comprehensive programme is structured in nine modules, with the first eight dedicated to theoretical discussion, and the ninth module presenting case studies that require application of knowledge. The tenth module will be complimentary content on ESG developments in the APAC region.

Since its launch, there are more than 8,149 CESGA title holders globally from 120 countries worldwide.

Highlights

  • An internationally recognized ESG professional accreditation in Asia
  • Diploma-level qualifications
  • Gold standard of ESG investing
  • The course covers ESG trends in Asia
  • Both practical focus & academic rigour
  • Pioneering initiative in the field of ESG first launched in 2010
  • Title holders can add the Certified ESG Analyst® or CESGA title after their name

CESGA enhanced my ESG professional profile

As a fund independent director, I found the CESGA certification highly relevant and practical, equipping me with the technical knowledge and frameworks needed for ESG integration.

This qualification has also enhanced my professional profile with several of my international clients specifically choosing to work with me because of this qualification demonstrating genuine ESG experience.

Verity Priest, Senior Vice President - Maples Group

CESGA’s frameworks are now part of our organisation

After careful research and deliberation, I eventually chose the CESGA certification over other existing ones because of its practical focus and academic rigour.

I found the ESG integration frameworks particularly useful and have since employed it within our organisation. The certification has also been added to our list of fully sponsored qualifications as we believe in its value and relevance in today’s evolving financial landscape.

Timothy Tan, Assistant Vice President, Sustainability & Sustainable Finance - SGX Group

CESGA helped me pivot into corporate sustainability

While the open-ended questions in the examination were admittedly challenging, the online classes were useful resources in preparing me. After receiving the title, I believe it increased my success in getting into my current Master’s programme as well.

With the knowledge and skillsets acquired from the course, I am now able to communicate more confidently about sustainability and ESG investing to my colleagues and other professionals.

Louis Chan, Sustainability Manager - Golden Energy and Resources

CESGA helps me apply a financial lens to drive long-term sustainability & shared value in our organisation

I completed the CESGA certification in 2021, which has been invaluable for viewing my work through the lens of the financial sector. It reminds CSR practitioners like myself not to let extra financial reporting limit our efforts. Businesses should also focus on material social and environmental impacts that drive long-term performance, creating shared value for the company, stakeholders, and broader rights holders.

Sammie Ho Dumas, Director of Sustainability, Williams-Sonoma Inc

Programme details

Date | Time

[Exam]
13 March 2026
26 June 2026
25 September 2026

[Prep Course]
26 February 2026
(9am - 5pm)

Duration

[Exam] 2.5 hours

[Prep course] 1 day

Format

Online or In-person at Singapore Sustainability Academy

Funding available

Course fee (excl. taxes)
[In-person exam] EUR 1,600.00
[Online exam] EUR 1,500.00

[Prep course] SGD 750.00

Certification

Certified ESG Analyst® (CESGA) by the EFFAS (European Federation of Financial Analysts Societies)

Partnering organisation(s)

CESGA
SFRH
Singapore Sustainability Academy
Sustainability Connect
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Key takeaways

Covers a wide range of ESG aspects including corporate ESG reporting, integration of ESG factors into business models, case analysis.

Deep dive on the current challenge of ESG valuations.

Analyse recent developments in the regulatory landscape and learn how to develop ESG reports.

Accentuates the importance of ESG integration in different asset classes such as sovereign and green bonds, private equity and commodities.

Provides an integrated framework to systematically conduct due diligence and analysis

Who should attend?

Suitable for investors and corporate ESG specialists

  • CESGA alumni who wants a refresher
  • Investors (investment team, stewardship team (ESG team), sales & product specialists, wealth management, portfolio managers, private bankers, financial advisors)
  • C-suites including directors, CEO, CFO, CIO, COO, GMs, investor relations (IR) sustainability department
  • ESG reporting consultants

EFFAS Certified ESG Analyst® (CESGA) certification

The post-pandemic investment landscape has set a greater value on environment, social and governance (ESG) disclosures. It has reinforced the importance of ESG issues and accelerated the transition to more inclusive capitalism. Investors increasingly believe companies that perform well on ESG are less risky, better positioned for the long term and better prepared for uncertainty. Companies that realign to the stakeholder capitalism agenda may have a competitive advantage over those that try to return to business as usual.

With growing awareness and demand for climate action from consumers, adopting ESG measures is now more important than ever for businesses of all sizes to thrive in the present and future.

Upon successfully passing the examination, participants will receive the CESGA Certification to endorse that they have qualified for the “gold standard” of ESG training, which is highly valued by employers.

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Registration deadline17 August 20262 November 20265 February 2027
Exam date25 September 202611 December 202619 March 2027

 

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