EFFAS Certified ESG Analyst® (CESGA) at a glance

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The CESGA is a comprehensive programme structured in 9 Modules. The first eight are dedicated to the theoretical discussion. Module nine presents two case studies requiring the application of the knowledge acquired in the previous modules. Module 10 has complimentary content on the APAC region.

Module 1. Recent Developments in ESG integration

Module 2. Regulatory environment

Module 3. ESG-Strategies

Module 4. Responsible investing across asset classes

Module 5. ESG Reporting

Module 6. ESG Integration in the investment process

Module 7. ESG Integration in fundamental research (Qualitative analysis)

Module 8. ESG Integration in fundamental research (Quantitative analysis)

Module 9. Case study – ESG integration in the investment decision & climate change

Module 10. ESG Regional Developments:

  • ESG in Asia Pacific Region
  • ESG in Latin America
  • ESG in North America

Download the complete EFFAS Certified ESG Analyst® (CESGA) 4.1 Syllabus HERE (PDF)

Download the EFFAS Certified ESG Analyst® (CESGA) Expert Team (PDF) HERE (PDF).

In general, the objective is to make clear to participants the importance of ESG issues in investment processes. On completing the programme students should be able to know and understand:

  • ESG impacts on risk and return from various angles.
  • Systematization of different ESG investment approaches and strategies.
  • Understanding the market drivers for further ESG integration.
  • Embedding ESG across the whole in the investment process chain.
  • Integration of ESG factors in valuation models.
  • Responsible Investing across asset classes.
  • Systematically assessing different ESG Reporting standards.
  • The complexities of ESRS compliance, leading to improved reporting practices and contributing to long-term sustainable growth.

The EFFAS Certified ESG Analyst® (CESGA) programme is ideal for a range of professionals seeking to elevate their expertise in ESG data integration. Primarily targeted at financial analysts and portfolio managers who want to embed ESG considerations into their capital allocation processes, CESGA is also designed for a broader range of investment professionals increasingly dedicated to ESG issues. In addition, the programme is highly beneficial for ESG Assurance specialists, ESG Consultants, and Audit professionals, equipping them with the skills to meet the rising demand for transparent, robust ESG reporting. Corporate sustainability officers, investor relations professionals, and auditors will also gain valuable insights from CESGA, enhancing their understanding of capital market requirements in ESG disclosure and compliance.

Step 1:

Enrol on the EFFAS Certified ESG Analyst® (CESGA) Programme offered by an accredited EFFAS National Member Society (NMS). If you are located in a country without a NMS please visit EFFAS Academy website for registration.

Prerequisites: None, although some knowledge or experience in finance is helpful.

Step 2:

Pass the EFFAS Certified ESG Analyst® (CESGA) exam organised by EFFAS and its accredited National Member Societies.The exam covers the complete Examination Syllabus and has a duration of 150 minutes with the following two-part structure:

•20 Multiple Choice Questions covering module 1 to 8 (50%)

•1 Practical Case Study with 9 open questions covering module 9 (50%)

To pass the examination, students must demonstrate their knowledge by gaining more than 50% of the 120 examination points and in each part have more than 30% of the answers correct.

The qualification results granted by EFFAS will be SUITABLE or NOT SUITABLE and the results are not open to appeal. EFFAS as awarding body does NOT accept requests by candidates to review the examination paper, nor does it provide detailed information on scores and/or percentage of correct answers / failures in the corresponding examination to the candidate.

Contact the accredited National Member Society in your country or visit the EFFAS Academy website.

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Testimonials

Jan Westring CEFA, EFFAS Certified ESG Analyst® (CESGA)

Senior Portfolio Manager, The Swedish Pensions Agency
"EFFAS ESG is a comprehensive course that has given me in-depth knowledge that I use in my daily work as an asset manager."

Marita Björk CEFA, EFFAS Certified ESG Analyst® (CESGA)

Senior advisor, Group Communication ELLOS GROUP
"I am very happy with my new in-depth knowledge of ESG, which today is a part of most discussions and decisions at a company and in society."

Nina Mattsson, EFFAS Certified ESG Analyst® (CESGA)

Senior Product Manager Nordea | Asset Management | Denmark
“As a product manager working with equity funds, I found the program both very useful and interesting. The comprehensive material gives a solid knowledge base of the constantly developing ESG area.”

Geraldine Leagwater, EFFAS Certified ESG Analyst® (CESGA)

CEO ABN AMRO Pensioenfonds Member Board of Trustees ABP
“Following the EFFAS Certified ESG Analyst® (CESGA) programme gives not only an integrated overview of the latest developments in ESG. It also inspires you to really work on the integration of ESG in the whole investment process.”

Anthony Cheung FRSA, EFFAS Certified ESG Analyst® (CESGA)

Managing Director, Head of ESG and Sustainable Investing Hamon Asset Management
“This EFFAS ESG programme is outstanding. The content is current and thought provoking for asset owners and managers. The concise context and delivery both exceeded my expectations. Excellent instructors with a wealth of knowledge. As one of the first ESG investors in Asia, I found the programme extremely valuable”