ESG Is No Longer Optional for Business.
The Aspirants Who Understand It.
Will Define the Next Decade of Finance.
Global regulators, investors, multinational corporations, consulting firms, and development institutions are integrating ESG standards into business operations, governance frameworks, reporting systems, and investment decisions at a pace Indian curricula have not yet addressed.
In India, ESG adoption is accelerating through SEBI’s BRSR reporting framework, sustainability disclosure mandates, ESG-linked investment ecosystems, CSR governance expansion, and sustainable finance growth.
Globally, demand is expanding through EU CSRD implementation, Singapore and Hong Kong sustainable finance ecosystems, Middle East sustainability transformation initiatives, and UN development sector projects.
The gap is not in awareness. It is in qualified graduates who can analyse, report, and advise on ESG – with a verifiable portfolio to prove it.
180 Learning Hours · Three Certification Levels · Live SDG Projects
Unlike conventional academic certifications, the programme combines self-paced digital learning, industry-oriented ESG frameworks, team-based Squad Mission simulation, portfolio-based assessment, real-world SDG-linked social impact projects, and AI-enabled feedback systems. Students build verifiable sustainability portfolios while gaining exposure to global ESG frameworks and consulting-oriented thinking.
Level 1 – IFSPD Europe Certified ESG–SDG Foundation (60 Hours)
Focus: ESG Fluency — Knowing Phase
Build your understanding of ESG concepts, responsible business practices and sustainability frameworks through global and Indian case studies.
Topics covered:
- ESG versus CSR
- TCFD and its four pillars
- GHG Protocol scopes
- ILO labour rights
- OECD governance
- BRSR and the nine NGRBC principles
- SDG India Index
- BRSR versus GRI
- Global and Indian case studies
- One live SDG project
Learning outcome: Develop the foundation to understand ESG terminology, recognise key frameworks and discuss sustainability issues.
Level 2 – IFSPD Europe Certified ESG–SDG Intermediate (60 Hours)
Level 3 - IFSPD Europe Certified ESG–SDG Professional (60 Hours)
Applicable Across All Streams and Disciplines
Economics and Public Policy
Law and Humanities
Environmental Science
Commerce and Management
Engineering and Technology
Computer Science and AI
Knowledge You Can Analyse, Apply and Present
ESG framework fluency: Understand the terminology and frameworks used in sustainability discussions.
Analytical skills: Examine disclosures, materiality and greenwashing concerns.
Sustainable finance knowledge: Explore green bonds and ESG-linked financing.
Governance awareness: Understand board responsibilities and reporting considerations.
Project experience: Apply learning through live SDG-linked work.
Advisory communication: Practise organising findings into clear recommendations and briefs.
A Strategic Investment in Institutional Excellence
Discover how the ESG – SDG Specialist Certificate Programme creates measurable value across your institution – from enhancing graduate employability and supporting accreditation goals to strengthening your institution’s academic reputation.
For Your Placement and Employability Team
For Your IQAC and Accreditation Committee
For Your Management and Trustees
Everything You Need to Know About Our Finance Courses
What are the three certification levels?
The programme comprises IFSPD Europe Certified ESG–SDG Foundation, Intermediate and Professional levels.
How many learning hours does the programme include?
The complete programme comprises 180 hours, with 60 hours at each level.
Which academic streams is it relevant to?
The programme covers Engineering, Sciences, Commerce, Management, Humanities and Law.
What is the OLA method?
Organisational Learning Approach simulates the working style of a consulting team, allowing learners to collaborate on analysis and practical recommendations.
Does the programme include practical projects?
Yes. Each level includes one live SDG project. Teams execute a Social Startup linked to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
Is placement assistance available?
Eligible full-tuition ACCA, CPA Australia, CMA USA and ESG learners, and learners on integrated programmes, receive lifetime placement assistance. Support includes vacancy sharing, referrals, internship opportunities, employer introductions or drives, CV and interview workshops or self-paced resources, and PER guidance where applicable. Opportunities are shared through professional-body employer networks and alumni connections. Recordings-only plans are excluded. Assistance does not guarantee employment.
What are the delivery mode, fees and upcoming batch dates?
Contact GLOBALFTI for batch-specific guidance based on your institution’s programme structure and capacity. The programme is designed for scalable institutional implementation.
Bring the IFSPD Europe Social Startup Programme to Your School
Book an Institutional Presentation and we will walk your principal, management, or IQAC team through the programme, the platform, and the onboarding process – at no cost, with no obligation.
Contact for more information: +91 81233 00309