TEST Package

This page is exclusively for HKGFA members (incl. all organisation colleagues), who are eligible for a discounted course fee of USD 711. Membership status will be verified, and we reserve the right to adjust the fee if eligibility cannot be confirmed.

If you are not an HKGFA member, please do not proceed with payment on this page and instead log in or register an account via the standard public website here at the regular standard rate to complete your enrolment.

About the Programme

Programme Overview and Objectives

The HKGFA-CASI Certificate in Sustainable Finance is a self-paced, professional level online English programme aimed to provide a comprehensive and practical application of sustainable finance, with a focus on Asia. The programme is uniquely structured to offer six online courses via the CASI Academy, in addition to live webinar(s) hosted by HKGFA, featuring industry experts and in-person networking opportunities for professional development.

Programme Benefits

• This programme is one of the Eligible Programmes under the Pilot Green and Sustainable Finance Capacity Building Support Scheme (Programme Code: GTP-686255) (https://greentalent.org.hk/). After completing Eligible Programmes, eligible applicants can apply for a subsidy of up to 80% of the relevant fees (full-time student applicants can apply for a subsidy of up to 100% of the relevant fees), subject to a ceiling of HK$ 10,000. The reimbursement application should be submitted via the application portal of the Scheme (https://www.greentalent.org.hk/auth/login) within 3 months from the date of programme completion.

• SFC licensed persons may be able to claim CPT hours, based on the member guidelines.

• Candidates may participate in an in-person networking session, and those who receive the certificate will automatically join the HKGFA alumni network to enjoy ongoing training and networking opportunities.

Who Should Attend

Professionals and executives in the finance and/ or sustainability industry who wish to deepen their practical understanding of the relevant topics and further develop their skillsets for career advancement.

There are no entry requirements, but we recommend candidates to have basic foundational knowledge in sustainability to maximise the benefits of this programme.

Why This Course

• Dynamic Curriculum and Content Curation, with a focus on Asia and EMDE market developments.

• System-wide Skill Application through interdisciplinary skills and practical knowledge with case studies, regulatory updates & webinars featuring industry experts.

• Asia’s Sustainable Finance Ecosystem getting you connected with the network for career development and continued learning.

How To Get Certified

You will have 6 months from registration to complete all course content then schedule and take the assessment.

The assessment will be completed virtually with online proctors administered by CASI. Upon completing 100% of the mandatory course content and achieving over 75% in the assessment, you will receive a digital certificate of completion.

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Testimonials

• The programme provides an excellent practical introduction to the sustainable finance and carbon ecosystem, with the HKGFA webinar offering valuable insights into current market developments. The AI-powered training platform, with its high-quality visuals and audio, makes the learning experience highly engaging and accessible. – Director and Head of Sustainable Finance in APAC with over 12 years industry experience

• The great strength of this programme is its relevance. It is thoughtfully developed to guide you from essential theory to practical case studies, ensuring you gain applicable insights regardless of your starting point. Highly recommended for anyone looking to understand the full picture. – Manager of ESG Reporting at global bank

• The programme covers theory and practice from policy to real case studies, is thoughtfully developed and structured, and suitable for all levels of background knowledge. – Ben Ridley, senior sustainability practitioner with over 25 years industry experience