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 7,524 CESGA title holders globally from 113 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

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]
27 June 2025
27 September 2025

[Prep Course]
14 June 2025, 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

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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