FAQs

All the training courses are flexibly designed to be self-paced, thus can fit into the schedules of busy people. You can learn at your own pace, in your own time and wherever you want. The course is 100% online and our learning platform gives you complete flexibility to create your own learning schedule based on your time availability.

This model is very popular with professionals who have busy schedules and want to move through the training course and certification at their preferred pace.

The training course is delivered fully online and is self-paced. Its an immersive and interactive experience that include expert videos, technical notes and assessments.

The case studies are real-world, practical and full of insights. Your resulting certification is globally recognised.

This training course is ideal for ESG professionals who wish to make a positive impact in their organisation, society and the environment.

Our courses are designed to be self-paced, meaning that we do not have live lectures. We provide students with study materials in the form of recorded video and audio lectures, written technical notes and summaries.

Our ESG training courses are structured as follows:

• ISB Level 1 (15 sessions)
• ISF Level 1 (15 sessions
• ISB Level 2 (28 sessions)
• ISF Level 2 (30 sessions)

Each session consists of 1 introductory video on the subject, a technical note and a summary of the technical note, and a 10-question assessment for the student to check how well he/she has assimilated what they studied.

At the end of all the sessions, the student has 2 mock exams (the questions are modeled around those set by IASE in their board exams)

Exponential Education is a leading educational institution offering online training with four schools covering a wide range of topics of great importance to 21st century society, including multiple aspects of ESG.

Absolutely. Exponential Education has been designated as an 'Academic Collaborating Entity' by IASE (International Association for Sustainable Economy), making it an 'Official Provider' of training for ESG certification.

At the end of all the sessions, the student take 2 mock exams (the questions are modeled around those set by IASE in their board exams).

Therefore, your score in the mock exams would give you somewhat of an indication was to your readiness to challenge IASE's corresponding board examination

Yes. At the end of the training course, we give each candidate a Certificate of Completion.

Please remember that this is a preparatory course to seat the IASE Board Exam. Only after passing the board exam and meeting al the other IASE requirements will you be entitled to be awarded their professional designatons.

Candidates can individually contact lecturers when they need assistance with their studies.

Our trained and experienced support staff are always on hand to assist students with any admin or technical queries that they may have.

Notwithstanding when you register and pay for the course, candidates are only provided access to the learning platform and materials around one day before the official start day of the course.

Please also take note that candidates can only access all the training materials we provides on our learning platform. These materials cannot be printed or downloadable to your local drive.

Absolutely. Exponential Education has been designated as an 'Academic Collaborating Entity' by IASE (International Association for Sustainable Economy), making it an 'Official Provider' of training for ESG certification.

Our costs are as follows:

• ISB/ISF Level 1 = EUR500
• ISB/ISF Level 2 = EUR850

Please note that we reserve the right to change these costs from time to time without prior notice.

Please also note that depending on where you are in the world, prices may vary due to exchange rate fluctuations.

No. Our ESG training courses are primarily aimed at helping candidates prepare and pass IASE's international board exams. Even though we give each student a Certificate of Completion at the end of the course, they are not full qualifications in their own right.

However, in coordination with the IASE Africa Regional Office, started the process of engaging with the relevant education authorities in South Africa, with the view to eventually gaining recognition.

Contact your local IASE Office to learn more.

Yes. Send your request to [email protected].

Exponential's faculty members are industry experts with an interest in teaching the next generation of ESG professionals. They were chosen for both their professional expertise and their teaching capacity, as attested to by the numerous courses they have taught in this subject area over the last few years. A balance has been sought between prestigious academics from internationally renowned universities, professionals from the regulatory sphere, senior managers from major companies with responsibilities in connection with sustainability, representatives of multilateral entities, business associations, specialist funds and official institutions, as well as personalities recognised for their know-how and implementation of ESG at banks and companies. 

To see the full list of faculty members, click here

Yes. However, all our courses are delivered in English, so you need to be proficient in English to get the most out of your course. You’re not required to submit any qualifications or certifications related to your level of proficiency in English.

Once you’re enrolled on a course, a few days before the course start date, you’ll receive a welcome email with information about getting started, including your login details to the learning platform. The learning platform contains all your learner information, learning materials and assessments information.

From the moment you show interest in one of our ESG training courses up until you finish your studies, we will be with you at every stage. We’ll help you understand our courses, how to get started, and answer any queries you may have along the way. Our teams are very supportive and always there to help you. If you need support choosing a course or while you’re taking a course, please feel free to email us at [email protected] and we will do our best to help you.

We don’t provide any books or hardcopies. All learning materials are available online, in a non-downloadable format.

Yes. You can do so from your profile on our learning platform. We encourage you to network with our experts and faculty members. 

We don’t issue physical certificates when you complete your course. However, you’ll receive a digital copy of your certificate by email. This can be easily shared with your network on LinkedIn.

This depends on the level you registered for:

Level 1 = 6 weeks

Level 2 = 12 weeks.