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Sustainable Investing Certificate

Sustainable Investing Certificate career prospects

Alongside traditional financial returns, the sustainability and ethical impacts of investments are becoming key concerns for stakeholders. The ability to understand ESG factors and integrate them into your decision-making gives you a powerful advantage – whether you are an investment professional or working in adjacent sectors like law or HR.

Comparing the Sustainable Investing Certificate

Need help deciding which program of study will support your career goals? Discover how the Sustainable Investing Certificate compares to other qualifications around the world.

Country

Qualification

USA

Associate degree standard

UK

RQF Level 4

Canada

OQF Level 7

India

NSQF Level 6

Hong Kong

HKQF Level 4

Singapore

Singaporean Polytechnic Diploma standard

Australia

AQF Level 5

Brazil

Curso Superior de Formação Especifíca
(Higher Education Diploma of Specific Training)

China

Preparatory Technician Certificate standard

Japan

Associate degree standard

South Africa

S.A. NQF Level 6

France

NQF Level 4

ESG career paths

ESG Analyst

Sustainability Manager

ESG Specialist

ESG Product Manager

Head of ESG

Chief Sustainability Officer

Shareable credentials recognized anywhere

Earning the Sustainable Investing Certificate signals your expertise in sustainability and ethical investing worldwide. You'll also receive a digital badge you can share online to highlight your achievement and connect with a global community of professionals committed to responsible investing.

Sustainable Investing Certificate digital badge

Valued by employers

Leading global financial institutions actively seek professionals with sustainable investing expertise, including:

  • JPMorgan Chase
  • UBS
  • HSBC Holdings
  • Ernst & Young
  • PricewaterhouseCoopers
  • Morningstar, Inc.

By earning this certification, you position yourself at the forefront of the investment industry's evolution toward sustainable finance and align with the priorities of its most influential players.

Frequently asked questions

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    After registering, you have six months to study the curriculum and complete the exam. We recommend studying 100+ hours before attempting the exam.

    Prior knowledge of the investment process is helpful, but there are no prerequisites. This is a foundational certificate for anyone looking to improve their understanding of ESG issues.

    The Sustainable Investing Certificate builds foundational knowledge and a broad understanding of the issues across topics including environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors. The Climate Risk, Valuation, and Investing Certificate is an advanced certificate for anyone who already has foundational knowledge and skills in financial statement analysis and valuation. It teaches practical application of climate-related factors to conduct analysis, valuation, and portfolio construction.

    For more than 75 years, CFA Institute has provided investment practitioners with the knowledge they need to advance their career. Our certificates are renowned globally as the gold standard so you can be confident our curriculum will give you the skills you need to stay ahead. 

    The Sustainable Investing Certificate provides holistic coverage of ESG Investing with a curriculum that is updated every year with the latest research and trends. Plus, with the self-paced format you can study on your own time and schedule the exam at a time that fits your schedule.

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    Sustainable Investing Certificate
    USD 890
    • Check eligibility requirement
    • Learning type required
    • Certificate - 1 exam
    • Foundational level
    • 100 hours to complete
    • Self-paced online learning
    • Learning materials included
    • 20 PL Credits (2 SER)
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