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IASE Certification standards
IASE certification programmes train and provide ESG professionals with the knowledge and essential skills they need. Gaining certification increases your earning potential, marketability, and employability.
Our two multi-level competency-based ESG certification programmes adhere to the International Standards Organisation’s (ISO) ISO/IEC 17024 conformity assessment, which outlines the standards for certifying the competence of persons.
3 ESG Competency Levels
Applicable to both ISF® and ISB® Core Certifications
The IASE multi-level competency-based ESG certification programmes recognise your knowledge and skills while also assisting you in your lifelong ESG career advancement. Each level has its own set of eligibility requirements and competency-based assessment (i.e., board exam) that is aligned with the syllabus.
The IASE multi-level competency-based ESG certification programmes recognise your knowledge and skills while also assisting you in your lifelong ESG career advancement. Each level has its own set of eligibility requirements and competency-based assessment (i.e., board exam) that is aligned with the syllabus.
Individuals’ competencies will grow and develop as they advance in their careers. At each key milestone, the individual will have developed or gained a new level of competency that can be recognised, allowing for a clear distinction between certification levels. The certification level encourages ESG professionals to seek advancement through specific learning and development to help them reach the level they want.
IASE certification programmes will assess and measure an individual’s competencies at any given level, ensuring that both the ESG professional and the employer are aware of what is expected at each level.
Individuals’ competencies will grow and develop as they advance in their careers. At each key milestone, the individual will have developed or gained a new level of competency that can be recognised, allowing for a clear distinction between certification levels. The certification level encourages ESG professionals to seek advancement through specific learning and development to help them reach the level they want.
IASE certification programmes will assess and measure an individual’s competencies at any given level, ensuring that both the ESG professional and the employer are aware of what is expected at each level.
Benefits of Professional Certification
ESG professional certification through IASE brings with it many benefits.
The ISF® and ISB® are prestigious international ESG professional certifications that can help set you apart as the ultimate ESG professional. They certainly bring instant pride and prestige among your peers, colleagues, and friends.
According Deloitte recent 2023 Investment Management Outlook Report,, global demand for ESG talents far outstrips supply, Getting ESG-certified can go a long way to enhance your career and salary growth prospects.
Official Syllabus Centre
IASE is committed to establishing and upholding the highest standards, regulations, and best practises for ESG practise and certification.
The IASE ESG Syllabus is the industry standard for ESG practise and is intended for professionals who perform ESG tasks. It is globally recognised as the standard for ESG practise, guiding ESG professionals within the three core knowledge areas by describing the skills, deliverables, and techniques that ESG professionals need to achieve better business outcomes.
The IASE Syllabus is the result of extensive research by a global group of ESG experts from practise, academia, investor communities, and non-governmental organisations who comprise the IASE International Academic Committee.
SERVING OUR MISSION
ADVANCING THE ESG PROFESSION FOR A BETTER WORLD
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Developing world class certification and practice standards for the ESG prfoession
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Advocate for the ESG profession to regulators, policymakers, employers and other stakeholders
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Promote the twin ISF® and ISB® certification marks as symbols of excellence in ESG.
We are truly international
IASE is the global leader in ESG and sustainability education, with a presence in more than 38 countries across 5 continents covering more than 60% of the world’s population
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6
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60%
of world’s population covered
We are truly international
IASE is the global leader in ESG and sustainability education, with a presence in more than 38 countries across 5 continents covering more than 60% of the world’s population
IASE MEMBER TERRITORIES & COUNTRIES
IASE accomplishes its mission through partnership with member organisations in the following countries around the world
Are you looking to start a career in ESG? Our ISF or ISB credential is the right certification for you. Gain the instant credibility that comes with this prestigious credential that is recognised worldwide.
