Your ESG Certification Pathway with IASE
Build a Future-Proof Career in Sustainability
Whether you’re just beginning or ready to lead sustainability strategy, IASE provides a globally aligned ESG career pathway to help you grow with purpose and credibility.
Our career model includes:
ESG training from top ESG tuition providers
Certification levels matched to your experience
Global recognition across industries and sectors
Online options for affordable access anywhere in Africa and around the world
Two Career Tracks – Choose Your ESG Direction
International Sustainable Business (ISB)
For professionals in operations, HR, policy, supply chain, and corporate sustainability.
International Sustainable Finance (ISF)
For finance professionals in banking, investment, risk, insurance, and ESG reporting.
Unsure which fits you?
Career Progression from Foundation to Leadership
ADVISOR® (Level 1)
- Entry-level certification for those beginning their ESG journey
- Suitable for students, career changers, and new professionals
- Open access + training from affordable ESG tuition providers
SPECIALIST® (Level 2)
For professionals with 2+ years of experience in ESG or related work
Demonstrates applied ESG knowledge and frameworks
Online ESG courses available through endorsed providers
Level 3 – EXPERT®
- Designed for senior professionals and ESG strategists
- Ideal for directors, consultants, and heads of ESG
Supported by Top ESG Tuition Providers
IASE collaborates with the best ESG tuition providers across Africa and globally.
You get access to:
Fully online or hybrid training programs
Course content aligned with certification exam syllabi
Affordable ESG tuition options
Bursaries and financial assistance
IASE works only with best-in-class ESG tuition providers to ensure your learning directly supports your certification success.
Certification Pathway Summary Table
| Certification Level | Entry Requirements | Ideal Candidate | Tuition Options | Exam Format |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ADVISOR® | Any post-school qualification | Beginners, students, career switchers | Online courses via ESG tuition providers | Remote board exam |
| SPECIALIST® | 2+ years ESG-related experience | experience ESG analysts, project managers, Consultants, ESG heads, strategists | Online courses via ESG tuition providers | Remote board exam |
| EXPERT® | launching soon | launching soon | launching soon | launching soon |
Designed for Flexibility and Progression
Enter at any level (based on qualifications and experience)
Optional training available before taking the exam
Exams are 100% online and proctored remotely
Certifications are renewable through CPD and ethics
ESG Credentials That Move with You
IASE qualifications are:
Internationally benchmarked
Trusted by employers, clients, and regulators
Designed for evolving ESG career progression
Whether you’re taking your first ESG course, preparing for your first board exam, or stepping into a leadership role, this pathway supports you every step of the way.
