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Total Duration
120 Hours
Mode
Online / In-person / Blended

Course Overview

The Certified ESG & Sustainability Accountant (CESA) equips finance professionals with advanced expertise in sustainability reporting, Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) metrics, and integrated reporting frameworks. The program prepares participants to align financial reporting with global sustainability standards, enabling organizations to meet investor, regulatory, and societal expectations for transparent ESG disclosures.

Who Should Enroll?

  • iconAccountants, auditors, and finance managers engaged in sustainability reporting
  • iconCorporate reporting and compliance professionals
  • iconConsultants and advisors specializing in ESG strategy
  • iconProfessionals aiming to advance in the rapidly growing sustainability finance sector

Learning Outcomes

By the end of the program, participants will be able to:

  • iconApply ESG principles to financial reporting and disclosures
  • iconUnderstand global sustainability standards, including GRI, SASB, ISSB, TCFD, and EU CSRD
  • iconDevelop ESG metrics and integrate them into corporate reports
  • iconAssess sustainability risks and opportunities within business operations
  • iconPrepare integrated reports combining financial and ESG data

Modules

  • Module 1

    ESG Fundamentals & Sustainability in Finance 15 hrs

  • Module 2

    Global Standards: GRI, SASB, ISSB & TCFD 20 hrs

  • Module 3

    ESG Metrics & Performance Measurement 20 hrs

  • Module 4

    Climate Risk, Social Impact & Governance Factors 15 hrs

  • Module 5

    Sustainability Assurance & Audit 15 hrs

  • Module 6

    Integrated Reporting Principles 15 hrs

  • Module 7

    Technology in ESG Reporting (AI, Blockchain, Data Tools) 10 hrs

  • Module 8

    Case Studies & Practical Reporting Workshop 10 hrs

Assessment

  • iconPractical ESG reporting project
  • iconFinal integrated report for a simulated organisation
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Certification

Graduates will receive the Certified ESG & Sustainability Accountant (CESA) credential, positioning them as trusted experts in sustainability and ESG accounting.

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Course Includes :

  • Instructor
    Benny B John
  • Lessons
    8 Lessons
  • Enrolled
    120 Students
  • Certifications
    Yes
  • Language
    English (US)