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Certified Sustainability and ESG Strategist

Online Certification  ·  11 Weeks  ·  Globally Recognised  ·  (CSUS)

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Executive Summary

Certified Sustainability and ESG Strategist

Designed for today’s high-impact professionals, the Certified Sustainability and ESG Strategist (CSUS) delivers a rigorous Advanced-level curriculum that equips participants with the knowledge, tools and frameworks needed to excel in strategic leadership, organisational management and business transformation.

This 11 Weeks programme is structured around recognised global leadership and management competency frameworks, ensuring every graduate applies internationally validated methods to real-world challenges.

GLI’s CSUS holders are recognised by leading organisations across Africa, the Gulf, Europe and the Americas as qualified, results-driven professionals. Whether you are advancing your current career or transitioning into new responsibilities, this certification provides the competitive edge you need in 2026 and beyond.

Programme Overview

Certification at a Glance

Certification
Certified Sustainability and ESG Strategist
Acronym
CSUS
Category
Leadership & Management
Level
Advanced
Duration
11 Weeks
Delivery Mode
100% Online
Assessment
Online Examination
Certificate
Digital + Physical
CPD Eligibility
CPD Accredited
Alumni Benefits
GLI Network Access
Self-Paced
USD 399
Live Virtual
USD 599
Target Audience

Who Should Enrol?

  • Managers and Team Leaders
  • Heads of Department and Directors
  • Senior Executives and Aspiring Leaders
  • Business Owners and Entrepreneurs
Programme Inclusions

Everything Included in Your Enrolment

  • All study materials and study guide
  • Access to GLI online learning portal
  • Online examination and assessment
  • Digital certificate and digital badge
  • Physical certificate (shipped to you)
  • CPD credits for professional bodies
  • GLI alumni network membership
  • Facilitator and tutor support
  • Resource downloads and reference library
  • Automatic enrolment confirmation
Certification Benefits

Why This Certification Matters for Your Career

Career Advancement
Accelerate your career towards executive, director and C-suite leadership roles
Professional Recognition
Credential aligned with recognised global leadership and management competency frameworks
Leadership Capability
Develop the strategic and operational skills to lead complex strategic leadership functions
Organisational Impact
Design and implement strategic leadership systems that drive performance and measurable results
Compliance Readiness
Master the standards, compliance and ethical governance central to strategic leadership
Global Employability
Qualify for strategic leadership roles across corporates, public institutions, NGOs and enterprises worldwide
Competency Framework

Core Competencies You Will Develop

✦Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment Setting
✦Leading Teams, People and High Performance
✦Fire Safety and Emergency Preparedness
✦Emotional Intelligence and Authentic Leadership
✦Organisational Strategy, Transformation and Growth
✦Professional Ethics and Governance
Course Curriculum

Programme Modules

The full programme, module by module.

1
Foundations and Strategic Context of Certified Sustainability and ESG Strategist
Certified Sustainability and ESG Strategist: industry context, trends and professional standards · Occupational safety and health principles · The business and moral case for HSE · HSE roles, responsibilities and competence
2
ESG Principles and Frameworks
ESG principles and frameworks · Sustainability strategy and materiality · ESG, sustainability reporting and corporate responsibility · Contract, grant and third-party compliance
3
Impact measurement and disclosure
Impact measurement and disclosure · Embedding responsible business · Stakeholder and investor engagement · Ethical supply chains
4
Embedding responsible business
Embedding responsible business · Stakeholder and investor engagement · Records management and retention · Absence and health management
5
Stakeholder and investor engagement
Stakeholder and investor engagement · Records management and retention · Data privacy compliance in practice · Assurance and audit outcomes
6
Records management and retention
Records management and retention · Data privacy compliance in practice · Business continuity and operational resilience
7
Data privacy compliance in practice
Data privacy compliance in practice · Business continuity and operational resilience · ESG, sustainability reporting and corporate responsibility
8
Ethics and Integrity
Investigating misconduct · Ethics, confidentiality and professional conduct in HR · Discipline, conduct and fair-process management · Conflicts of interest and integrity
9
Self-Leadership
Personal leadership development planning · Business continuity and resilience · Working with organisations on wellbeing · Wellbeing and resilience coaching
10
People Administration
Employee relations, discipline and fair process · NGO financial management and budget-versus-actual discipline · Capacity and performance management · The customer experience (CX) discipline
11
Customers and Markets
Building strategic customer relationships · Customer success and retention · Customer lifetime value and profitability · CRM and marketing automation platforms
12
Projects and Delivery
Innovation and continuous delivery · Agile and digital transformation projects · Scaling delivery capability · Building project management maturity
13
Inclusion and Culture
Gender, youth and social inclusion in agricultural development · Access to finance, grants and investment · Assets, liabilities and equity reporting · Interpreting financial statements
14
Legal and Policy
Vendor, venue and supplier contracting for events · Tariffs, regulation and the economics of essential services · Legal responsibilities and professional bodies · Goal setting and contracting
15
Cross-Cultural Leadership
Expanding into regional and export markets · Cross-cultural communication · Managing virtual and cross-cultural teams · Key global frameworks: FAO, GlobalG.A.P., SDGs and national strategies
16
Suppliers and Partners
Supply analysis, gaps and scenario planning · Contractor and visitor safety · Procurement and supply chain: scope and value · The procurement cycle and operating models
17
Sustainability
Governance of ESG and reporting · Sustainability standards (GRI, ISSB) · Forecasting and planning · Sustainability and environmental duty
18
Public and Community Context
Public health programmes: prevention and outreach · Proposal development and donor reporting · Psychoeducation and public communication · Media and public communication
19
Knowledge and Learning
Livestock records, performance and productivity metrics · Reporting automation · Complaint data and learning · Process and control documentation
20
Leadership and Management
Sales performance and pipeline management · Liquidity and funding management · Investment portfolio management · Thought leadership
21
People and Capability
Strengths, flow and engagement · Building trust and engagement · Developing the project business case · Project management plan development
22
Strategy and Direction
Communicating financial results · Customer service and CX strategy · Sustaining strategic customer focus · Customer experience strategy
23
Operations and Delivery
Cost, quality and cycle-time metrics · Succession planning and talent pipelines · Workforce planning and the capability gap · The HR operating model and business partnering
24
Communication and Influence
Continuous feedback and performance conversations · Safety communication and campaigns · Influencing and safety leadership · Communicating risk to the workforce
25
Change and Innovation
Continuous improvement of finance processes · Implementation and change plan · Large-scale transformation and agile ways of working · Change management models (Kotter, ADKAR, Lewin)
26
Data and Measurement
Net Promoter Score and satisfaction metrics · Service analytics and dashboards · Text and interaction analytics · Data privacy and consent
27
Financial Acumen
Value proposition and differentiation · Customer retention, loyalty and lifetime value · Commercial ethics and responsible selling · First contact resolution and the cost of repeat contact
28
Risk and Governance
Statutory compliance and filings · Managing tax risk and audits · Payables, procurement controls and supplier fraud · Tax compliance and the tax risk agenda
29
Stakeholders and Partners
Stakeholder communications · Mentoring, sponsorship and developmental relationships · Managing distributors and channel partners · Stakeholder mapping and engagement
30
Digital and Technology
Ethics of technology in practice · Portfolio and resource management systems · Automation in project delivery · Emerging project technologies

Every module opens in the learning portal with its full lesson set, worked examples, further reading and video masterclasses. 30 modules · 150 lessons.

Learning Outcomes

What You Will Achieve

  • ESG Principles and Frameworks — applied to your own work
  • Impact measurement and disclosure — applied to your own work
  • Embedding responsible business — applied to your own work
  • Stakeholder and investor engagement — applied to your own work
  • Records management and retention — applied to your own work
  • Data privacy compliance in practice — applied to your own work
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common Questions

What is the CSUS certification?

Yes. GLI certifications are recognised across 100+ countries and are aligned with recognised global leadership and management competency frameworks. Graduates receive a digital certificate, a physical certificate and CPD credits recognised by employers worldwide.

Who should enrol in the CSUS?

This certification is ideal for Managers and Team Leaders, Heads of Department and Directors, Senior Executives and Aspiring Leaders and Business Owners and Entrepreneurs, and other professionals seeking to formalise their expertise in strategic leadership, organisational management and business transformation with a globally recognised credential.

How long does the CSUS certification take to complete?

The programme is structured over 11 Weeks and offers flexible learning modes. Self-paced learners can progress at their own schedule, while live virtual participants follow a structured cohort schedule with facilitator-led sessions.

Is the CSUS internationally recognised?

Yes. GLI certifications are recognised across 100+ countries and are aligned with recognised global leadership and management competency frameworks. Graduates receive a digital certificate, a physical certificate and CPD credits recognised by employers worldwide.

What is the cost of the CSUS certification?

The Certified Sustainability and ESG Strategist is offered in two formats: Self-Paced at USD 399 and Live Virtual at USD 599. Corporate group rates are available for organisations enrolling 5 or more participants. Contact GLI for a bespoke corporate training quotation.

What does the CSUS certification include?

Enrolment includes all study materials and study guides, access to GLI's online learning portal, online examination, digital certificate and badge, physical certificate (posted), CPD credits, GLI alumni network membership, and ongoing facilitator support.

What is the assessment format for the CSUS?

The Certified Sustainability and ESG Strategist is assessed through an online examination consisting of multiple-choice questions, case study analysis, and practical application assignments. The assessment is designed to evaluate real-world competency, not just theoretical recall.

What CPD credits do I earn from the CSUS?

The Certified Sustainability and ESG Strategist carries Continuing Professional Development (CPD) credits, which can be applied towards professional body requirements including recognised international professional associations.

Can I study the CSUS while working full-time?

Absolutely. The self-paced option is designed for busy working professionals and allows you to study when and where it suits you. Live virtual sessions are typically scheduled in the evenings or on weekends to accommodate professional commitments.

What career outcomes can I expect from the CSUS?

Graduates progress towards executive, director and C-suite leadership roles. The CSUS strengthens your expertise in strategic leadership, organisational management and business transformation and positions you for advancement across corporates, public institutions, NGOs and enterprises.

Graduate Voices

What Our Alumni Say

“

The curriculum was directly applicable to my daily work. I immediately applied what I learned and saw results within weeks of completing the programme.

Managing Director
Private Sector
“

GLI's certification is the most practical professional programme I have attended. The international frameworks gave me credibility with my employer and clients.

Operations Manager
NGO Sector
“

I earned my CSUS while working full-time. The self-paced format made it possible, and the quality of the content is genuinely world-class.

Head of Strategy
Government
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