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ESG Malaysia Certified Sustainability Practitioner Program

Programs jointly delivered by ESG Malaysia and the Institute of Singapore Chartered Accountants (ISCA).

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The ESG Malaysia Certified Sustainability Practitioners Programme, delivered in partnership with the Institute of Singapore Chartered Accountants (ISCA), is designed to equip professionals with globally aligned, industry relevant sustainability competencies. This flagship programme bridges Malaysia–Singapore expertise, bringing together practical ESG application, regulatory insights, and real-world case studies tailored for today’s fast-evolving business landscape.

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Build Your Career in Sustainability & Climate

With ISCA Certifications delivered by ESG Malaysia
 

Malaysia’s transition to sustainability and climate reporting is accelerating and the demand for skilled professionals has never been higher. ESG Malaysia is the official partner bringing ISCA’s industry-recognised Sustainability Accounting and Sustainability Assurance Immersion Certifications to Malaysia.

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These immersive programmes break down complex standards, such as the IFRS S1, IFRS S2, GHG reporting, and ISSA 5000 into clear, actionable steps you can apply at work immediately. 

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Whether you’re a preparer, data owner, auditor, consultant, or a professional transitioning into ESG, this is the most practical way to upskill. This is designed for everyone. 

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Practical. Flexible. Supported. Globally credible.

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Choose your pathway or earn dual certification:

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ISCA Sustainability Accounting Immersion Certification (SACP)

This certification equips professionals with practical competencies in sustainability accounting, from standards interpretation to data measurement and reporting. It provides a solid foundation for organisations seeking credible, decision-ready ESG disclosures.

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ISCA Sustainability Assurance Immersion Certification (SAAP)

This certification strengthens practitioners’ ability to perform sustainability assurance in line with emerging global standards and regulatory expectations. It prepares professionals to deliver high-quality, reliable assurance that enhances trust in ESG disclosures.

Get certified and stay ahead of IFRS S1, IFRS S2, GHG disclosures, and ISSA 5000.

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Get job-ready. Build confidence. Upskill with purpose.​

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Move forward with skills that matter and this is powered by ISCA and ESG Malaysia.

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Sustainability Accounting Modules 

1

Sustainability
Foundation

  • Sustainability concepts and terminology

  • ESG pillars and evolving expectations

  • UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

  • Biodiversity

  • Circular economy principles

  • Green and sustainable finance

  • Governance and the role of professionals

2

Climate &
Business

  • Introduction to climate science 
    Physical and transition climate risks 

  • Greenhouse Gas Protocol guidelines

  • Scope 1, Scope 2 and Scope 3 emissions

  • Climate impacts on organisations and value chains

3

Reporting Standards & Framework

  • IFRS S1: General Requirements 

  • IFRS S2: Climate-related Disclosures 

  • GRI Standards 

  • TCFD recommendations 

  • SASB and industry-specific metrics 

  • CDP disclosures 

  • How these frameworks complement one another

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Implementing
Disclosures

  • Data governance for sustainability reporting

  • ESG ratings and what they mean

  • Digital tools for sustainability and climate reporting

  • Greenwashing risks

  • Integrating ESG information into reporting cycles

  • Transitioning from ESG reports to IFRS-aligned disclosures

5

Climate Reporting & Decarbonisation

  • GHG accounting methods and calculations

  • Understanding emission factors and boundaries

  • Net-zero pathways and decarbonisation strategies

  • Scenario analysis and climate resilience

  • IFRS S2 metrics, targets, and industry examples

Sustainability Assurance Modules 

1

Sustainability, Business and Finance

  • Core sustainability concepts and terminology

  • ESG pillars and business relevance 

  • UN SDGs and global priorities 

  • Circular economy and biodiversity basics 

  • Sustainable and green finance 

  • Governance and the role of professionals

2

Climate & Decarbonisation Essentials

  • Climate science and GHG fundamentals 

  • Physical and transition climate risks 

  • Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions 

  • Why decarbonisation matters for business 

  • Impacts across value chains and sectors

3

Standards & Regulatory Landscape

  • IFRS S1 & IFRS S2

  • GRI, SASB, TCFD and CDP 

  • ESRS and emerging global regulations 

  • Bursa Malaysia NSRF requirements 

  • How major frameworks align and complement each other

4

Implementing Sustainability Reporting

  • Planning and structuring disclosures 

  • Data governance and quality 

  • ESG ratings and what they indicate 

  • Digital tools for sustainability reporting 

  • Identifying and avoiding greenwashing

5

Climate Reporting & Decarbonisation Strategy

  • GHG accounting and emissions boundaries 

  • Net-zero pathways and reduction strategies 

  • Scenario analysis and climate resilience 

  • IFRS S2 metrics, targets and governance 

  • Applying frameworks to real- world reporting

6

Evidence, Materiality & Judgement

  • Materiality and suitable criteria 

  • Gathering sufficient and appropriate evidence 

  • Evaluating estimates, assumptions & forward-looking data 

  • Applying professional scepticism

  • Identifying misstatements

  • Documentation to support conclusions

7

Internal Controls & Assurance Readiness

  • Internal controls for sustainability & climate data 

  • Governance roles and responsibilities 

  • Data quality, traceability & completeness 

  • Spotting control gaps and weaknesses 

  • Preparing evidence packages 

  • Building organisation-wide assurance readiness

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Real-World Examples & Application

  • Walkthroughs of assurance engagements 

  • GHG inventory verification 

  • Reviewing climate metrics, targets & plans 

  • Spotting inconsistencies & greenwashing risks 

  • Common disclosure pitfalls & how practitioners address them 

  • Lessons from real organisations

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