GROUPHORSE ESG

LCCI China-UK Joint Certification

ESG Analyst Program

The talent gap is as high as 2.27 million.

2026 ESG Analyst Exam Schedule

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Latest Exam Registration Introduction for ESG Analysts

Sino-UK Joint Certification, Recognized Domestically and Internationally

(China Enterprise Financial Management Association & IAB LCCI, UK)

Project background

Since 2024, China has been issuing an intensive stream of policies related to ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance). Multiple ministries and commissions, including the People's Bank of China, the Ministry of Finance, the China Securities Regulatory Commission, and the Ministry of Ecology and Environment, have been actively promoting ESG development and will advance the in-depth practice of ESG concepts and information disclosure within their respective functional remits. ESG has become a critical issue concerning corporate long-term development and social value creation. The important policy document "Opinions on Comprehensively Advancing the Construction of a Beautiful China" proposes to "explore the implementation of ESG evaluations" as part of the initiative to "improve the guarantee system for building a Beautiful China." Additionally, the State-owned Assets Supervision and Administration Commission (SASAC) has successively issued multiple documents setting forth clear requirements for central state-owned enterprises regarding ESG work. ESG has now become a key lever for central state-owned enterprises to fulfill their social responsibilities to high standards and to drive high-quality economic and social development.

With the growing prevalence of ESG concepts and the increasing regulatory requirements for companies to disclose ESG information, a wide range of needs have emerged around disclosure, leading to a sharp surge in demand for ESG professionals. Over the next five years, China is expected to face an ESG talent gap of at least 2.27 million professionals (source: China ESG Research Institute, September 2023). Even Hong Kong's prestigious Quality Migrant Admission Scheme has included ESG talent on its "List of Talent Shortages"!

In order to put ESG concepts into practice, promote the professionalization of ESG, enhance the international knowledge structure and practical capabilities of ESG professionals, cultivate globally-minded ESG talent, and actively advance the social responsibility performance and sustainable development of Chinese enterprises, IAB London Chamber of Commerce and Industry LCCI (IAB LCCI) and the China Enterprise Financial Management Association have jointly launched the ESG Analyst joint certification program.

Professional ESG analysis talent will help enterprises practice ESG more effectively and efficiently, achieving genuine sustainable development. As a currently sought-after career, ESG has seen its job demand grow year by year, with salaries generally remaining at a high level.

Joint Certification Program for ESG Analysts

• Junior      ESG Analyst

• Mid-level      ESG Analyst

• Senior      ESG Analyst

is co-launched by

IAB London Chamber of Commerce and Industry LCCI (IAB LCCI)

and

the China Enterprise Financial Management Association.

Cultivating goal

1. Guide      professionals to put ESG concepts into practice and promote the      professionalization of the ESG sector.

2. Enhance      the theoretical knowledge and international competency of ESG      practitioners at various levels.

3. Cultivate      a greater number of ESG professionals with a global perspective.

4. Highlight      the exclusivity, uniqueness, and distinctiveness of the Sino-UK joint      certification, thereby advancing corporate sustainable development.

Curriculum provision

Junior ESG Analyst
The Junior ESG Analyst program focuses on the foundational ESG knowledge required for participants. All courses are delivered via online video learning, with a total of 4 courses covering 32 class hours.

• Course 1:      ESG Overview

• Course 2:      Key ESG Modules

• Course 3:      ESG and Corporate Management

• Course 4:      ESG Standards and ESG Ratings

ESG Analyst
The ESG Analyst program focuses on the foundational ESG knowledge required for participants. All courses are delivered via online video learning, with a total of 6 courses covering 64 class hours.

• Course 1:      ESG Regulatory Policies and Requirements

• Course 2:      Corporate ESG Practices

• Course 3:      ESG Investment

• Course 4:      ESG Business Analysis

• Course 5:      Business Analysis Techniques

• Course 6:      ESG Business Analysis Report Preparation

Senior ESG Analyst
The Senior ESG Analyst program focuses on the foundational ESG knowledge required for participants. All courses are delivered via online video learning, with a total of 5 courses covering 80 class hours.

• Course 1:      ESG Theory and Practice

• Course 2:      ESG Standards Framework

• Course 3:      ESG Investment Strategies

• Course 4:      Introduction to ESG Ratings

• Course 5:      Emerging ESG Trends and Hot Topics

Course Benefits

Junior ESG Analyst

1. Strengthen Investment Analysis and Decision-Making Capabilities
The application of ESG concepts in the investment field is becoming increasingly widespread. By studying the relationship between ESG and corporate financial management, financial performance, as well as ESG ratings, individuals can gain a more comprehensive view of a company's long-term value and potential risks in their investment decisions, thereby enhancing their investment analysis and decision-making capabilities.

2. Promote Career Development
As ESG concepts gain traction globally, a growing number of enterprises and organizations are placing greater emphasis on ESG management. Individuals equipped with ESG knowledge and skills will enjoy a stronger competitive edge in job hunting and career advancement, particularly in sectors such as finance, investment, and corporate management.

3. Cultivate Comprehensive Analytical Skills
ESG encompasses multiple dimensions—environmental, social, and governance—requiring the integrated application of knowledge across various fields for analysis and judgment. Studying ESG courses helps develop comprehensive analytical abilities and strengthens problem-solving skills.

4. Enhance Personal Ethical Qualities
ESG emphasizes corporate ethics and social responsibility. Learning ESG courses contributes to the enhancement of personal moral character, fostering values such as integrity, honesty, and fairness—qualities that carry positive significance for both personal life and professional development.

5. Raise Environmental Awareness and Social Responsibility
Through the environmental and social modules of ESG learning, individuals can gain deeper insights into the current environmental challenges and social issues we face, thereby strengthening their awareness of environmental protection and social responsibility.

ESG Analyst

1. Gain In-Depth Understanding of ESG Regulatory Policies and Trends
Participants will develop a comprehensive understanding of external ESG regulatory bodies, their regulatory objectives, and global ESG policy requirements. They will also be able to anticipate future trends in ESG regulation, thereby helping enterprises prepare and plan for their ESG practices going forward.

2. Master the Core Elements of Corporate ESG Practices
Participants will recognize the value of implementing ESG management and learn how to establish effective ESG governance structures and strategic planning. They will acquire practical skills in stakeholder communication, materiality assessment, ESG process and metric setting, performance management, and ESG report disclosure.

3. Become Familiar with Developments and Opportunities in the ESG Investment Field
Participants will gain an understanding of the fundamental concepts, evolutionary history, and current market landscape of ESG investment, thereby recognizing its importance. They will learn how to conduct ESG investment at the asset level, as well as stay abreast of ESG developments within the financial industry.

4. Enhance ESG Business Analysis Capabilities
Participants will master the foundational knowledge and commonly used methods of business analysis and be able to apply them to the ESG domain. By learning techniques such as industry research, demand analysis, competitive landscape assessment, and economic benefit evaluation, they will be equipped to conduct more in-depth analysis of ESG-related business issues.

5. Master ESG Business Analysis Report Preparation Skills
Participants will understand the basic standards of business analysis reports and learn to distinguish them from ESG reports. They will also master presentation and delivery techniques for business analysis reports, and deepen their understanding and application of ESG business analysis through the interpretation of classic case studies.

6. Strengthen Cross-Disciplinary Integration Capabilities
These courses cover not only ESG-specific expertise but also integrate content from business analysis, investment, and other fields, helping participants develop cross-disciplinary thinking and a broader perspective.

Senior ESG Analyst

1. Gain In-Depth Understanding of ESG Concepts and Implications
Participants will master the definition, implications, development history, and ecosystem of ESG, thereby developing a comprehensive appreciation of its significance in modern enterprises and investment.

2. Master the ESG Theoretical Framework
Participants will study theories of corporate environmental responsibility, corporate social responsibility, corporate governance, and ESG investment, laying a solid theoretical foundation for subsequent ESG practices.

3. Become Familiar with ESG Disclosure Standards and Evaluation Systems
Participants will gain an understanding of various ESG disclosure standards and assessment methodologies, enabling them to objectively analyze and evaluate corporate ESG performance and improve the quality of ESG reports.

4. Understand the Impact of ESG on Corporate Finance
By exploring both internal and external drivers of ESG and its effects on corporate financial performance, participants will be better equipped to help enterprises formulate financial strategies that align more closely with ESG requirements.

5. Gain Insight into Global ESG Policies and Practices
Participants will grasp the concepts of sustainable development, global ESG policy practices, and ESG standards systems across different countries and regions, providing guidance for enterprises to conduct ESG activities on a global scale.

6. Master ESG Investment Strategies
Participants will learn about the primary models, evolutionary history, and practical case studies of ESG investment both domestically and internationally, enhancing their professional capabilities and risk management skills in the ESG investment field.

7. Compare Domestic and International ESG Rating Systems
Participants will study the ESG evaluation frameworks of major rating agencies at home and abroad, master both quantitative and qualitative assessment methods, and gain insights to help enterprises select suitable ESG rating providers.

Certificate and Verification

Upon successfully passing the corresponding level of the ESG Analyst Joint Certification examination, participants will receive:

1. A globally      unified English qualification certificate      issued by IAB LCCI;

2. A bilingual (Chinese) joint certification certificate issued by the China      Enterprise Financial Management Association and IAB LCCI;

3. A Talent Pool Inclusion Certificate issued by the China Enterprise      Financial Management Association.

Fee standard

Fees (per person):

• Junior      ESG Analyst: RMB 2,800

• ESG      Analyst: RMB 5,800

• Senior      ESG Analyst: RMB 8,800

Included: Online courses, materials, practice questions, document translation, exam fee, certification fee, certificate fee, and admin fee.

Not included: A £25 registration fee payable to the UK headquarters upon passing the exam.

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