The Certificate in ESG Investing course offered by Equalifi provides a comprehensive understanding of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) investing. This course is designed to equip students with the knowledge and tools necessary to navigate ESG mandates and recognize the benefits of contemporary ESG investing for investors. Beginning with an introduction to ESG frameworks such as the Sustainability Accounting Standards Board (SASB) and Business Responsibility & Sustainability Reporting (BRSRs), the course delves into topics including ESG ratings, and materiality assessments. It covers the concept of decarbonization with an emphasis on scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions. Participants will learn about sustainable investing, effective stakeholder communication for successful investments, and integrating climate risk into financing. Additionally, the course provides a long-term perspective on climate risk mitigation through strategic investing, ensuring learners are well-prepared to contribute to a more sustainable financial landscape.
Benefits:
- Understand key ESG frameworks and standards
- Excel in sustainable investing
- Improve stakeholder communication
- Network with industry experts and like-minded professionals
- Stay industry compliant
- Understand and leverage market trends
- Improve career prospects in the growing field of ESG investing
- Broaden industry knowledge
Careers After Certificate in Currency and Commodities
- ESG Analyst
- Sustainable Investment Analyst
- Corporate Sustainability Manager
- ESG Risk Manager
- Climate Risk Analyst
- Sustainability Consultant
- Impact Investment Analyst
- Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Manager
- Environmental Finance Specialist
- ESG Reporting Specialist
Reference Books
- Taxmann’s Demystifying ESG by Dr. Garima Dadhich; Dr. Ravi Raj Atrey
- ESG & BRSR Reporting Book By Kishor M Parikh
- Esg & Sustainable Investing: From Principles To Practice By Vivek Suman
Exam Details
Equalifi is offering the CIEI examination on an external, remote-proctored platform. Candidates can schedule an exam by paying the exam fee. Once the exam fee payment is done and exam registration is confirmed, the exam platform sends out the exam link by email to the candidates. Candidates can appear for the exam anytime any day within the next 1 year through this exam link from any place. Candidates need a good internet connection and a functional camera on their PC/ Laptop to appear for this exam.
CIEI Certification has only 1 exam which covers both Level 1 and Level 2 syllabus.
| Sr. No. |
Name of Module |
Type of Questions |
Test Duration |
No. of Questions |
Maximum Marks |
Pass Marks (%) |
Negative Marking |
| 1 |
Certificate in ESG Investing |
MCQ |
2 Hrs |
100 |
100 |
50 |
20% |
Registration Process:
Candidates can register for Equalifi Academy’s Certification programs through any of the following modes:
Member Mode
Under this mode, candidate first needs to sign up as an Equalifi Individual Member. As a member, a candidate gets complimentary access to study resources, tutorials (live and recordings) and various other member benefits round the year.
Equalifi Membership is for a year. Candidate can study for any of Equalifi’s education programs during membership tenure. To appear for any exam, a candidate needs to register for the particular exam and appear within a year from the date of exam registration.
Exam Mode
Under this mode, a candidate can directly register for the certification exam of his choice. Once registered for the exam, candidates will receive the exam link by email within 7 working days. Candidates can appear for the exam anytime from anywhere on a remote proctored platform within 1 year from the date of exam registration.
Candidates registering under the exam mode do not get access to any study material or training.
Equalifi regularly conducts exam preparation training for various certification exams. Candidates who wish to attend live training, can either pay and register for each training or sign up as an Equalifi Member to get complimentary access to all study resources for a year.
Upcoming training programs are listed here- Skill-Building Programs
Membership details are given here- Equalifi Individual Memberships
Candidate Audit:
Equalifi will randomly audit a percentage of applications on a regular basis. Candidates will be responsible for providing the requested supporting documentation to verify their education and professional background as mentioned in the registration form. Equalifi’s practice is not to contact employers or educational institutions to obtain verification documentation on the candidate’s behalf. Failure to comply with the audit, falsification or misrepresentation of requested information and/or any unprofessional conduct will result in denial/cancellation of the exam registration and/or revocation of the program certificate. Candidates subject to audit will be notified by e-mail and will have 10 business days to respond. Once selected for audit, candidates will be required to satisfy the audit requirements before being able to receive the final certificate. Failure to comply with the audit will result in forfeiting all fees. Additionally, a candidate who does not comply with the audit will be subject to audit if reapplying for a future testing window.
Fee Details:
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Certificate in Financial Markets (CIEI)
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For Equalifi Members
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For Non-Members
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Fee
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INR 1,770
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INR 3,540
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*Fee mentioned is inclusive of GST. Exam fee is applicable for one attempt.
Exam Preparatory Material
Access the CIEI tutorial recordings and study material here
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