Financial

[IN PROGRESS] The amount of financial sustainability certifications has grown over the last couple of years and is poised to continue growing.

Bloomberg ESG Certificate

“The Bloomberg ESG Certificate is a self-paced, interactive e-learning course that shows learners how to implement ESG strategies and prepare ESG reports for regulators through the lens of a fictitious buy-side asset management firm.” The course is for those that are interested in sustainable finance. The seven modules are created

Price: $249 for professionals, $149 for students or free depending on your institutions relationship with Bloomberg

Time: 6 - 8 hours

Modules: 7"

FSA (Fundamentals of Sustainability Accounting) Credentials:

“FSA equips professionals with the knowledge and skills to understand the link between sustainability and a company’s ability to drive financial performance.” ‘The FSA Credential combines two exams to assess professional expertise in the materiality of sustainability information for corporate performance and investment analysis. After passing level I, candidates are identified as an “FSA Credential Level II Candidate.” After passing Level II, candidates become an “FSA Credential Holder.” ‘

CFA Institute Certificate in ESG Investing

“This certificate is designed for investment practitioners who want to learn more about how to analyze and integrate material ESG factors into their day-to-day roles.” For those familiar with

Price: $795 includes exam and materials
Time: The recommended study time from CFA is 100+ hours"

FSA Level 1:

“Gain a common language to communicate financially material sustainability information to professionals across capital markets. Learn how material, industry-based sustainability information can inform corporate strategies and investor decisions. Understand the sustainability disclosure landscape, including the role of standard setters, regulators, data providers and others”

Price: Non Member - $450 Member - $400
Recommended Study Time: 30 hours
Exam Length: 2 hours
Exam: 110 Multiple Choice Questions
Requirements: none

FSA Level 2

“Identify the sustainability issues that are relevant to a company’s financial performance. Analyse company performance with qualitative and quantitative sustainability data. Identify the link between sustainability metrics and a company’s revenues/expenses, assets/liabilities and cost of capital”