ESG Training Courses to Accelerate Your Sustainable Career
Gain vital ESG knowledge today. Choose from IASE-endorsed training programs designed to build your expertise, support your career growth, and prepare you for full professional certification if you choose.
Why ESG Skills Matter More Than Ever
As sustainability and responsible governance shape the global economy, professionals with strong ESG expertise are in demand across industries.Whether you’re starting your ESG journey or advancing to leadership roles, practical ESG training opens doors to exciting career opportunities — and positions you at the forefront of business transformation.
Choose the ESG Training Path That Matches Your Goals
IASE offers two types of ESG training programs, depending on your career needs:
Certification-Pathway ESG Training Courses
Build ESG expertise with a pathway to professional certification.
Certification-Pathway ESG Training Courses are comprehensive programs endorsed by IASE and aligned with our global ESG competency standards.
They are ideal if you:
Want ESG skills recognized by employers
May want to pursue full ESG certification now or later
Prefer to start with ESG training and decide about certification afterward
Upon completing these courses, you earn a Certificate of Achievement and are prepared to sit for the IASE Board Exam if you choose.
Standalone ESG Skills Development Programs
Flexible learning to meet ESG awareness and professional development needs.
Standalone ESG Skills Development Programs offer targeted learning options without requiring certification pursuit.
They include:
ESG awareness workshops and webinars
Short courses for CPD (Continuing Professional Development)
Specialized ESG topics (e.g., SDG training, climate risk)
Company ESG onboarding programs
Free and paid courses
Ideal for individuals seeking ESG literacy, teams building ESG culture, or certified professionals maintaining CPD requirements.
What the Difference between ESG Training and ESG Certification
| Metrics | Certificate/Training Program | Certification Program |
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| Purpose and Outcome | Training provides foundational knowledge and practical skills, | Formal recognition and validation of expertise, often requiring adherence to professional standards and ongoing career development. |
| Recognition and Credibility | Typically results in a certificate of completion, indicating participation and acquired knowledge | Certification grants a professional designation or credential, enhancing credibility and marketability |
| Eligibility | Generally do not need to satisfy eligibility requirements | Need to satisfy eligibility requirements (eg NDF Level 5,6.7, Years of Experience) to sit for an exam |
| Assessment | Typically involves assessments such as quizzes or assignments to evaluate understanding by the course provider. Assessment is FOCUSED and ties directly to the program content | Requires a comprehensive examination or assessment and experience by a 3rd party independent professional body to validate proficiency, often based on industry standards. Assessment is broad. it measures if candidate meets industry recognized standards |
| Maintenance and Continuing Education | No requirement for ongoing renewal (or professional development). Training certificate attests to knowledge gained as at a given date in the past when training was achieved | Yes. Renewal is required. Certification often mandates continuing education or professional development to maintain the certification status. It does attests to ongoing knowledge and competence. |
Take Your ESG Training Further: Become a Certified ESG Professional
Training builds your ESG knowledge. Certification validates your professional commitment and competency on an ongoing basis.
IASE’s globally recognized ESG certifications ensure that your expertise remains current, credible, and valued across industries — with annual renewal and CPD demonstrating your active engagement in the field.
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Catalogue - ESG Training Courses
Elevate your career and contribute to sustainable business practices with our comprehensive catalogue of ESG courses, designed to provide immediate practical knowledge and, in the case of certification-linked course, prepare you for an optional IASE certification exams
Not sure what the difference between Certification_linked and Non-Certification_Linked Courses? Learn more here.
International Sustainable Business (ISB) LEVEL 1
This beginner-friendly course delivers essential ESG knowledge, focusing on sustainability, climate change, social inclusion, and corporate governance, while expertly preparing candidates for the optional board exam to secure the prestigious ISB Advisor credential.
- Course Code: 804
- Provider: Exponential Education Institute
- Linked to Certification?: Yes
- Level: Beginner-friendly
- Duration: 6 Weeks
- Cost: R13,897
International Sustainable Business (ISB) LEVEL 2
This specialist course delivers in-depth ESG expertise, exploring key areas such as stakeholder engagement, sustainable governance and finance, human capital, and supply chain sustainability, all while equipping candidates for the optional board exam to attain IASE’s ISB Specialist credential.
- Course Code: 805
- Provider: Exponential Education Institute
- Linked to Certification?: Yes
- Level: Intermediate-friendly
- Duration: 3 Months
- Cost: R13,897
International Sustainable Finance (ISF) LEVEL 1
This beginner-friendly ESG course provides foundational ESG knowledge, covering key environmental, social, and governance principles, while preparing candidates for the optional board exam to earn the prestigious ISF Advisor credential.
- Course Code: 806
- Provider: Exponential Education Institute
- Linked to Certification?: Yes
- Level: Beginner-friendly
- Medium: 100% Online
- Duration: 6 Weeks
- Cost: R13,897
International Sustainable Finance (ISF) LEVEL 2
This course equips professionals with advanced expertise in sustainable finance, corporate governance, sustainable investing, and banking, while preparing them for the optional board exam to achieve the prestigious ISB Specialist credential.
- Course Code: 807
- Provider: Exponential Education Institute
- Linked to Certification?: Yes
- Level: Intermediate-friendly
- Medium: 100% Online
- Duration: 3 Months
- Cost: R13,897
Fundamentals of ESG
- Course Code: 934
- Provider: Exponential Education Institute
- Linked to Certification?: No
- Medium: Online
- Level: Beginner-friendly
- Duration: 3 Weeks
- Cost Price: $250
International Sustainable Business
(ISB) LEVEL 2
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- Course Code: 934
- Provider: Exponential Education Institute
- Linked to Certification?: Yes
- Sessions a year: 5
- Level: Beginner-friendly
- Duration: 6 Weeks
- Cost Price: $720
Course Features
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Exponential Education Institute (an IASE-approved 3rd-party Training Provider)
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6-7 Weeks. 30+ Hours (estimated 6+ hours per week)
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100% Study Online. Cutting-Edge Learning Platform: Our Ai-enabled LMS system means a superior learning experience for candidates. Quality Study Material: High-quality audiovisual resources, technical notes and summaries in text format
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100% Flexible. Self-paced learning. Study anywhere, anytime & from any device STUDY METHOD: 100% Study Online. Cutting-Edge Learning Platform: Our Ai-enabled LMS system means a superior learning experience for candidates. Quality Study Material: High-quality audiovisual resources, technical notes and summaries in text format
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Learners are awarded a Certificate of Completion.
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World renowned lecturers: We boast some of the world’s faculty: from renowned academics, regulators, and multinational firms.
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