Sustainability Reporting Institute: Certification Tracks
Get certified in CSRD/ESRS, ISSB (IFRS S1 & S2), and the GHG Protocol with structured, accredited pathways that build real‑world expertise.
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Build career‑ready skills with globally recognised certification
Our certification tracks are designed around the world’s most important sustainability reporting standards, including the EU’s CSRD and ESRS, the ISSB’s IFRS S1 & S2, and the GHG Protocol, giving you structured, practical skills you can apply with confidence.
You’ll deepen your understanding of mandatory EU reporting requirements, global climate and financial disclosures, and robust emissions accounting, helping you stay current with evolving regulations, enhance professional credibility and support strategic decision‑making in your organisation.
Certification Tracks
ISSB Standards
IFRS 1 & 2
Learn how IFRS S1 and S2 set the global baseline for sustainability and climate‑related financial disclosures.
GHG Protocol
Greenhouse Gas Protocol
Understand how to quantify and manage greenhouse gas emissions using the world’s most widely adopted reporting framework.
CSRD
Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive
Build skills in EU sustainability reporting under CSRD, with standardised disclosures that enhance transparency for investors and stakeholders.
VSME Standard
Sustainability Reporting for SMEs
Build skills in EU sustainability reporting under CSRD, wi
Who are the certification tracks for?
Ideal for sustainability, compliance, finance and reporting professionals, these tracks build practical skills aligned with key global standards such as the ISSB, GHG Protocol, and the CSRD/ESRS. They also provide valuable upskilling for career changers and recent graduates with sustainability career ambitions, helping you develop real-world expertise that organisations are actively seeking in response to regulatory and stakeholder expectations.
Sustainability and ESG managers
Advance your ability to lead sustainability initiatives and deliver sustainability reporting that aligns with global standards and stakeholder expectations.
Finance, accounting and audit professionals
Understand how to embed sustainability metrics into financial reports to enhance transparency and ensure compliance with reporting standards.
Compliance officers and legal advisors
Deepen your understanding of evolving sustainability reporting regulations to ensure compliant, robust sustainability reporting frameworks.
Corporate reporting specialists
Strengthen your skills in creating consistent, high‑quality sustainability reports that satisfy regulatory and investor demands.
Risk and governance professionals
Develop strategies to integrate sustainability reporting risk insights into governance and reporting practices that enhance organisational resilience.
Supply chain and operations leaders
Gain the tools to measure and report sustainability performance across your value chain with confidence and clarity.
Investor relations and communications professionals
Sharpen your ability to communicate sustainability reporting performance effectively to investors and key stakeholders.
Business leaders and executives
Elevate your strategic impact by embedding sustainability reporting into organisational decision‑making and long‑term value creation.
Why professionals recommend our certification courses
CSRD Professional (Level 3) is one of the best online courses I have done, I love that it is constantly evolving and reactive to participant needs. Even though I have already completed the course I go back in and use additional resources and continue to grow my knowledge.
Michael Douglas
Partner, PwC Hong Kong
Advance your career with industry‑aligned certification
Earn credentials that demonstrate your ability to align reporting with global standards and regulatory expectations.
Practical, job-ready skills
Build hands‑on capabilities that help you confidently manage sustainability and reporting tasks in the workplace.
Regulatory readiness
Gain the skills to help your organisation meet mandatory sustainability reporting obligations.
Professional credibility
Boost your credibility and differentiate yourself in the job market with a respected, globally relevant credential..
Career opportunities
Gain skills that make you more attractive to employers across sectors, from finance and consulting to corporate sustainability teams.
Stay ahead in the new era of sustainability reporting
As sustainability reporting becomes mandatory and global standards converge, upgrading your skills in ISSB, CSRD/ESRS and the GHG Protocol is essential to stay ahead of regulatory change and market expectations.
These frameworks underpin the future of transparent, comparable disclosures, enabling you to navigate evolving compliance requirements, meet stakeholder demands and position yourself as a trusted expert in sustainability reporting.
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Certification Track FAQs
We’ve compiled answers to frequently asked questions about our certification tracks below. If you have further questions, please don’t hesitate to contact us for support.
Are there prerequisites for the certification tracks?
Our certification tracks are designed to be inclusive and accessible to professionals at all levels of reporting experience. Whether you are new to sustainability reporting or already familiar with ESG concepts, our structured pathways cover both foundational and advanced topics so you can build confidence and depth of knowledge as you progress.
What materials are used in certification tracks?
Our certification tracks use a mix of engaging video lessons as the core format, supported by downloadable resources, slides, and practical reference guides to reinforce key concepts.
How long does it take to complete a certification track and how flexible is it?
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Are Sustainability Reporting Institute certificate tracks accredited?
Yes. The Sustainability Reporting Institute is an Approved CPD Provider and all certification tracks are CPD accredited. Find out more here.
How much does a certification track cost and what is included in my subscription?
TBC: Our certification tracks are included as part of your Professional Membership-Â once you join, you gain access to all Certification Tracks and the full suite of member benefits. Your subscription covers access to the structured certification pathways, course materials, assessments, support resources, and a globally recognised certificate upon successful completion.
For detailed pricing and a full breakdown of what each membership tier includes, please visit our Membership page.
How do I enrol in a certification track?
Please visit our Membership page here to register for a certification track.
Why learn with the Sustainability Reporting Institute
Globally aligned, expert‑led certification
Courses are built around internationally recognised sustainability reporting standards giving you practical, industry‑aligned training you can trust.
Practical skills for real‑world reporting and compliance
You will gain applicable tools, frameworks and resources designed to help you confidently meet evolving regulatory requirements and strengthen your organisation’s ESG disclosures.
Professional growth and recognised credentials
Certification not only boosts your credibility and visibility with employers and stakeholders but also supports career development in high‑demand reporting, compliance and sustainability roles.
