Professional Diploma in Sustainability (ProDipSust)

ACCA’s brand new Professional Diploma in Sustainability is leading the way.

The Professional Diploma in Sustainability offers a comprehensive and flexible programme designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills needed to excel in the field of sustainability. Through four individual Certificates, you'll gain a deep understanding of sustainability frameworks, strategy, reporting, and assurance.

Choose your learning path:

• Study each Certificate separately and then take the final exam to earn the Diploma
• Combine all four Certificates into a single learning programme, including a revision and practice module

Key benefits of the Diploma:

• Gain a holistic view of sustainability
• Choose the learning path that best suits your needs
• Earn a comprehensive qualification in sustainability
• Embrace new opportunities

The Certificates in Sustainability series

Certificate in Sustainability Frameworks and Ethics

This Certificate provides a foundational understanding of sustainability concepts, frameworks, and ethical considerations. The Certificate covers:

• Sustainability overview

• Frameworks and global differences

• Roles and responsibilities in relation to sustainability matters

• Ethical behaviour for organisations

• Ethical behaviours for professionals
  

Certificate in Sustainability Strategy and Management

This Certificate focuses on the strategic aspects of sustainability, including planning, governance, risk management, and decision-making. The Certificate covers:

• Strategic planning and alignment
• Governance, risk and control
• Decision-making and measurement
• The role of technology and information systems
  

Certificate in Sustainability Reporting

This Certificate covers the preparation, analysis, and assurance of sustainability reports, including the application of IFRS Sustainability Disclosure Standards. The Certificate covers:

• Preparing sustainability reports
• IFRS Sustainability Disclosure Standards
• Interactions between sustainability reporting frameworks
• Analysis of sustainability reports
• Sustainability and the financial statements
  

Certificate in Sustainability Assurance

This Certificate focuses on the principles, frameworks, and processes involved in sustainability assurance engagements. The Certificate covers:

• Frameworks for sustainability assurance
• Sustainability assurance cycle
• Current issues and developments in sustainability assurance