Certified ESG Professional Programme Level 1

Certified ESG Professional ProgrammeLevel 1

Lead Responsible Change with Practical ESG Skills.

Sustainability is now a global priority, and organisations are expected to understand, measure and communicate their Environmental, Social and Governance impact with clarity. This programme is designed for professionals who want to build credible ESG knowledge, support better business decisions and contribute to a more sustainable future.

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Programme Key Facts

  • UNGCMYB Academy & BAC Singapore

    Awarded By

  • 4 Weeks

    Duration

  • BAC Flagship Campus

    Location

  • Face-to-Face / Online

    Study Mode

  • 4 Times a Year

    Intakes

  • RM4,500

    Course Fees

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Future Careers

Turn ESG knowledge into professional advantage.

As ESG becomes more central to business strategy, compliance, finance and stakeholder trust, professionals who understand sustainability are increasingly valuable across industries.

Career Tracks: Use ESG knowledge to strengthen your current role or move towards sustainability-focused responsibilities in corporate, SME, consulting, finance, governance, compliance, operations and reporting environments.

Possible Career Directions

  • ESG Executive / Sustainability Executive

  • Corporate Sustainability Officer

  • ESG Reporting Associate

  • Compliance or Governance Executive

  • Risk & Ethics Coordinator

  • Sustainable Finance Support Executive

  • Corporate Responsibility / CSR Executive

  • SME Sustainability Advisor

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Why This Programme Matters

The Reality

Sustainability is no longer a trend. Businesses are expected to respond to environmental concerns, social responsibility, ethical governance and stakeholder expectations in a structured way.

Professionals with ESG understanding help organisations interpret ESG principles, develop responsible strategies, improve transparency and strengthen business value.

The Education

Build an ESG foundation before moving into practical topics that support implementation, assessment and reporting.

  • Introduction to ESG and the business case for sustainability
  • ESG landscape, frameworks, global trends and Malaysian developments
  • Government incentives, financing and green transition support
  • Anti-corruption, ethics, governance and integrity
  • Business and human rights, labour rights and due diligence
  • Environmental sustainability, emissions, policies and audits
  • Sustainability reporting, materiality assessments and ESG disclosures

The ESG Advantage

Connect ESG concepts with workplace application and understand what ESG means, why it matters, how it affects business value and how organisations can act.

  • Structured ESG professional development
  • Practical exposure to sustainability tools and frameworks
  • Focus on Malaysian and global ESG developments
  • Assessment-based certification pathway
  • Useful for professionals, innovators and organisations building ESG capability
Professionals learning to apply ESG principles and sustainability tools

Course Modules & Assessment

A structured four-week ESG pathway for professionals and organisations.

  • Introduction to ESG — Foundational concepts, the evolution of ESG and its business case in the modern corporate environment.
  • ESG Landscape and Frameworks — Global and Malaysian ESG landscapes, key trends, regulatory developments and climate-related conversations.
  • Incentives and Financing — Malaysia’s sustainability incentives and financing options, including green financing, tax incentives, SME support and transition facilities.
  • Anti-Corruption and Ethics — Transparency, accountability, corruption risks, ethical practices and real-world responsible-business case studies.
  • Governance — Good governance, ethics, integrity, organisational principles and practical implementation steps.
  • Business and Human Rights — Human rights, labour rights, responsible labour practices, policy implementation and due diligence.
  • Environmental Sustainability — Environmental footprint, greenhouse gas emissions, Scope 1 and Scope 2 calculations, water, biodiversity, waste, policies and audits.
  • Sustainability Reporting — Materiality assessments, ESG disclosures, the Materiality Matrix Toolkit and SME ESG Disclosure Guide.
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The ESG Professional Learning Experience

Move beyond basic awareness and apply ESG in real business situations.

Explore ESG from environmental, social, governance, financial and reporting perspectives.

How Learners Build Skills

  • Start with ESG Foundations

    Understand the meaning, evolution and importance of ESG, including its impact on business value and long-term sustainability.

  • Explore the ESG Landscape

    Review Malaysian and global ESG developments, frameworks and trends that influence corporate sustainability strategies.

  • Connect ESG to Business Decisions

    Study incentives, financing, governance, ethics, human rights, environmental policies and responsible operations.

  • Learn Reporting and Disclosure

    Explore materiality assessments, ESG disclosures, sustainability reporting tools and communication of sustainability performance.

  • Apply Learning Through Assessment

    Respond to a company ESG issue and propose a practical plan using insights gained from the programme.

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Industry Partners

Connect with the legal profession from day one.

Your legal education at BAC goes beyond the classroom. Through our strong connections with leading law firms, professional bodies and the Inns of Court Malaysia, you gain valuable exposure to the people, institutions and networks shaping the legal profession.

These partnerships help you better understand legal practice, explore different career pathways, and develop the professional confidence to take your next step.

Industry Partners

  • Thomas Philip Advocates & Solicitors
  • Lavania & Balan Chambers
  • Messrs. Jamie Wong
  • Alvin John & Partners
  • Shearn Delamore & Co.
  • Richard Wee Chambers
  • Daljit Singh Partnership
  • Chooi & Company

Earn Microcredentials from the World's Best Universities & Global Tech Giants

  • IBM Applied AI Professional Certificate
  • Google IT Automation with Python Professional Certificate
  • AWS Cloud Practitioner Essentials
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Career Outcomes

Support responsible business, stronger governance and future-ready careers.

Gain practical ESG understanding and transferable skills for sustainability work, corporate reporting, compliance, governance, ethics, finance and responsible business transformation.

Progression Pathways

Strengthen existing responsibilities, support ESG projects, move into sustainability-adjacent roles or continue into advanced ESG learning and certification pathways.

Roles in Focus

  • ESG Executive. Support sustainability initiatives, coordinate ESG data and assist with responsible business practices.
  • Sustainability Reporting Associate. Help prepare ESG disclosures, materiality assessments and stakeholder communication materials.
  • Governance or Compliance Executive. Support ethical decision-making, anti-corruption practices, governance policies and responsible conduct.
  • Sustainable Finance Support Executive. Understand green financing options, incentives and ESG-linked business opportunities.
  • Corporate Responsibility Executive. Help organisations respond to social, environmental and stakeholder expectations through structured initiatives.
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Learner Experience

Practical, relevant and career-strengthening ESG knowledge.

Understand ESG not as theory alone, but as a business priority that affects value, risk, trust and long-term growth.

  • Professional Recognition

    The programme is awarded by UNGCMYB Academy and BAC Singapore, supporting learners who want ESG credentials that strengthen their profile.

  • Practical ESG Application

    Modules cover governance, reporting, environmental audits, incentives, ethics, human rights and disclosure tools.

  • Flexible Delivery

    Access the programme through face-to-face or online study modes.

  • Workplace-Relevant Assessment

    Respond to a company ESG issue and create a practical plan using course insights.

  • Training Support

    Enquire through HRD Academy and receive guidance from consultants before beginning your professional training journey.

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Who Should Attend

Professionals and individuals who want to understand, apply and measure ESG practices.

Recommended Learners

  • Professionals seeking to understand and apply sustainability principles across industries
  • Individuals who want to implement and measure ESG initiatives using professional management tools
  • Innovators committed to solutions for climate change, waste reduction and resource management
  • Individuals looking to assess the extent of ESG practices within organisations
  • Anyone who wants to stand out through a deeper understanding of ESG principles

Learner Profile Note

Especially useful for working adults, business leaders, managers, executives, consultants, entrepreneurs and organisation teams who want to build ESG awareness and take practical sustainability action.

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Fees & Programme Details

  • Awarded by: UNGCMYB Academy & BAC Singapore
  • Duration: 4 Weeks
  • Location: BAC Flagship Campus
  • Study Mode: Face-to-Face / Online
  • Intakes: 4 times a year
  • Course Fees: RM4,500

Enquiry & Training Support

Submit an enquiry or contact HRD Academy for guidance from training consultants. The enquiry form requests basic details such as full name, email, country code, phone number and highest qualification.

Campus & Contact

BAC Flagship Campus, VSQ @ PJ City Center, Jalan Utara, Section 14, 46200 Petaling Jaya, Selangor Darul Ehsan.

Phone: +603 7947 2200
Email: sherin@hrdacademy.asia

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