ESG Course Malaysia – Certified Training for ESG Fundamentals & Strategy

As the business landscape evolves, Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) practices have moved beyond being just a buzzword. Today, they serve as a critical framework helping companies enhance sustainability, appeal to investors, mitigate risks, and stay competitive. Whether you’re just exploring the topic or seeking deeper insights, this program offers a well-rounded learning path suitable for both newcomers and experienced professionals.

Understanding the Concept

ESG represents three pillars—Environmental, Social, and Governance—that are used to evaluate a company’s long-term ethical and sustainability standards. This training experience helps you discover how these elements influence corporate conduct, investor confidence, and overall strategic performance.

Who Should Attend this ESG Course?

  • Investment Professionals
  • Financial Analysts
  • Sustainability Managers
  • Risk Managers
  • Compliance Professionals
  • Consultants & Advisors
  • Public Policy Experts

 

Environmental, Social, and Governance. ESG Course

Why ESG Education Matters

With the growing emphasis on sustainable operations, many businesses are adopting the frameworks as an essential strategy. Enrolling in a relevant training program can be a significant step in aligning your business practices with modern sustainability expectations.

1. Vendor Requirements for Public Listed Companies (PLCs)

Meeting Vendor Requirements for PLCs Malaysian public-listed companies increasingly expect their vendors to comply with sustainability principles. Structured training helps ensure your practices align with these expectations.

2. Better Bank Lending Rates

Enhanced Access to Green Financing Financial institutions in Malaysia offer better lending terms to companies that demonstrate responsible practices. Certification boosts eligibility for such incentives.

3. Professional Upskilling for ESG Consultants

Skill Enhancement for Professionals This program is designed to support consultants and analysts in guiding businesses toward practical ESG integration.

4. Competitive Advantage in Procurement

Improved Procurement Outcomes More tenders now require sustainability compliance. Formal training helps you stand out during vendor evaluations.

5. Mandatory for Malaysian PLCs

Compliance with Bursa Malaysia Requirements ESG reporting is now mandatory for listed firms. Participants will be equipped with the skills needed to understand and implement the relevant reporting standards.

Practical Learning Outcomes

Upon completing this course, you’ll be equipped to:

    • Build frameworks aligned with international sustainability goals (UN SDGs)
    • Analyse related data to monitor compliance
    • Measure environmental footprints like carbon emissions
    • Interpret global reporting frameworks (GRI, CDP, TCFD)
    • Create reports for boards, investors, and regulators
    • Conduct materiality assessments
    • Manage climate and governance-related risks
    • Make sustainability-linked investment decisions
    • Integrate ESG values into business strategy

ESG Course Options

ESG course hrdf claimable

Framework of ESG

 

ESG Fundamentals

Duration: 1 Day
Suitability: Beginners or those new entrants
Key Features:

    • Basic Principles
    • Stakeholder Engagement
    • Environmental, Social & Governance basics

      Normal price: RM1450 –
      *Promotional Price* RM1100

 

ESG Fundamentals & Advanced Strategies

Duration: 2 Day
Suitability: Professionals exploring deeper ESG integration
Key Features:

    • Day 1 content + advanced metrics
    • Strategic planning
    • Risk management
    • SDG alignment

      Normal price: RM2450 –
      *Promotional Price* RM1890

Course Info & Schedule

    • HRDF Claimable under SBL Scheme
    • Monthly classes in Bandar Puteri, Puchong
    • Professional Certificate upon completion
    • Free Repeats
    • Starts at 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (with regular breaks)

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Why Choose Us

 

Free Repeats & Tutorials

We offer free unlimited repeats, no questions asked. 

In rare instances, some students are unable to digest all the information at one go and may need a refresher.   

Also, we have our students’ best interests at heart and want them to leave the class with full confidence. 

Upon completing the course, we also provide free online tutorials for your continuous learning.

Professional Certification 

Upon completing the ESG Fundamentals / and Advanced Strategies course, a Certification of Achievement will be issued.

MOF Registered Provider

We are also a registered training provider with the Ministry of Finance, MOF.

HRDF Claimable

We are accredited by the Human Resource Development Fund, HRDFAll our courses offered by us are HRDF claimable under the ‘SBL’ Scheme.

Beginner Friendly

We are known for our tagline “Start from zero!” – students do not need any prior knowledge or experience to take our basic courses.

Conducive Learning Experience 

Our classes focus on the practical aspects and less about theory to the ratio of 70:30 – we found that this approach helps with learning and remembering. 

Our class sizes are small at about 12-15 pax per session, and this gets each student more attention from the trainer.

Learning Aids

We provide laptops during the classroom sessions for your convenience.

During your training, a handbook will be given for your reference.

Meal options are also provided.

Our intention is for you to focus on the training and not worry about what to bring to class.

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Begin your journey in mastering ESG Course today. Getting started is easy; just click an option below:

 

ESG HDRF Claimable Course Trust

 

 

Classroom Training and Facilities

 

Our training centre is located in Bandar Puteri, Puchong and is only a 2-minute walk from the Bandar Puteri LRT station with many restaurants nearby. For those who drive, nearby there is a shaded car park which is free. Due to its proximity, our centre gets many students from Kuala Lumpur and Klang Valley.

    • Our training sessions are held in a classroom setting. The instructor teaches the theory and shows various practical examples. 
    • Participants also get to try out numerous exercises and experience the learning-by-applying concept.
    • You will receive personal guidance from our trainers during the class. 
    • Our trainers will have Q&A sessions to answer the various questions throughout the class.
    • Our typical class size is between 12-15 students. This setup allows our trainers to spend more time with each of their students.

 

Join the Right ESG Course in Malaysia

At the CAD Training Centre, our certification courses are designed to be beginner-friendly yet practical enough for professionals in finance, compliance, procurement, and consultancy. Whether you’re building an internal Environmental, Social, and Governance strategy or helping other companies adopt one, this course provides the tools, knowledge, and certification to lead the way.

 

Online Training

 

Our online classes are conducted via digital platforms such as Zoom and Cisco Webex. Classes are both exciting and relaxed as our trainers have a lively approach that works well for online training. We also designed the lessons to promote ease of learning. 

Our experienced trainers will teach and guide the students with practical hands-on exercises that are done via screen sharing.

Because there are no geographic limitations, our students are from all over Malaysia.

In-house and Corporate Training

 

These sessions are interactive and personalised, creating an engaging and productive learning environment for your team.

Our experienced trainers guide participants through real-world exercises, using your actual work scenarios whenever possible. This hands-on approach ensures your team gets the most value out of every session.

Since it’s conducted face-to-face, participants benefit from direct support, immediate feedback, and a more collaborative experience across departments

 

 

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQ – ESG Certification Courses Malaysia

 

Why is ESG reporting important in Malaysia?
It’s mandatory for listed companies on Bursa Malaysia. ESG helps improve transparency and demonstrates accountability to stakeholders.

Is training compulsory for SMEs?
Not officially, but increasingly expected—especially if part of a larger supply chain or dealing with international stakeholders.

Does Bursa Malaysia reporting support tools?
Yes. Companies can access templates, toolkits, and reporting platforms from Bursa’s ESG Reporting Platform.

What are the benefits for businesses?
Stronger ESG practices are linked to better long-term resilience, reduced reputational risks, and improved access to capital.

Who should attend this training course?
Finance professionals, ESG officers, compliance experts, sustainability managers, policy consultants, and analysts. Suitable for all industries.

Do I need prior knowledge to attend?The 1-day course is beginner-friendly. The 2-day session builds on this foundation.

Where is the Training Centre?
It’s in Bandar Puteri, Puchong (2 minutes away from the nearest LRT)

Is this ESG Training HRDF Claimable?
Yes this ESG Course is HRDF Claimable under the SBL-Khas scheme by HRD Corp.

Full details of the Course Options

ESG Fundamentals (1-Day Course)

Perfect for those new to ESG. This beginner-friendly, HRDF-claimable training provides a solid foundation with a professional certificate upon completion.

Course Content (Day 1):

 

Introduction to ESG

  • Understanding the Principles
  • Environmental, Social, and Governance in Business
  • Evolution of Standards
  • The Frameworks and Reporting

Environmental Sustainability

  • Climate Change and Its Impacts
  • Resource Conservation
  • Pollution & Waste Management
  • Biodiversity Preservation

Social Impact

  • Labour Practices & Human Rights
  • DEI: Diversity, Equality & Inclusion
  • Community Engagement
  • Stakeholder Management
  • Group Activity: Stakeholder Engagement Plan

Governance Factors

  • Ethical Leadership
  • Transparency & Accountability
  • Risk Management
  • Governance Structures
  • Group Activity: Governance Audit Simulation

Learning Outcomes (Day 1):

  • Recall the frameworks
  • Apply practices in case studies
  • Evaluate governance structures
  • Create a stakeholder engagement plan

Included Benefits:

  • Free monthly repeat classes
  • Laptop & printed handbook provided
  • Lunch provided
  • Professional Certificate awarded
     

ESG Fundamentals & Advanced Strategies (2-Day Course)

Looking to go beyond the basics? This advanced version of our ESG course Malaysia is designed for companies and professionals who want to integrate ESG into their operations, reporting, risk strategy, and long-term vision.

Additional Course Content (Day 2):

 

ESG Reporting and Metrics

    • Introduction of ESG Metrics
    • Reporting Frameworks (GRI, SASB, TCFD)
    • Transparency in Reporting
    • Stakeholder Communication
    • Group Activity: Reporting Simulation

Relating ESG with UNSDGs

    • Overview of UNSDGs
    • Integrating SDGs with Strategy
    • Group Activity: UNSDG Integration Workshop

ESG Strategy Development

    • Designing Long-term Environmental, Social, and Governance Strategy
    • Implementing ESG in Operations
    • Measuring and Monitoring Environmental, Social, and Governance Success
    • Group Activity: ESG Strategy Planning

ESG & Risk Management

    • ESG in Enterprise Risk Frameworks
    • Identifying & Mitigating the Risks
    • Environmental, Social, and Governance Stress Testing
    • Group Activity: Risk Assessment Exercise

Learning Outcomes (Extended):

    • Link Environmental, Social, and Governance with global SDG goals
    • Design a company-wide ESG strategy
    • Perform ESG risk simulations
    • Understand investor & stakeholder expectations


What is the difference between classroom learning vs online courses? 

 

Classroom Learning

    • Participants will attend the course at the training centre in Bandar Puteri, Puchong.
    • Face to Face Interaction with the trainer in a classroom setting.
    • Immediate guidance & attention from the trainer
    • More focused
    • Learning among other participants during exercises

 

Online Course

    • Participants will attend the course using online platforms such as Zoom and Cisco Webex
    • Can save on travel and food expenses
    • Learn from the comfort of your own home/office
    • More flexibility
    • Able to discuss with people from different companies

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