The ESG syllabus has 9 chapters which covers a broad overview of the development of ESG investing, combined with technical aspects such as portfolio constructions. The topics areas and exam weights are as below:
| ESG Investing Certificate Topic Areas | Topic Weights |
| Introduction to ESG | 4% – 8% |
| The ESG Market | 4% – 8%
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| Environmental Factors | 6% – 12% |
| Social Factors | 6% – 12% |
| Governance Factors | 6% – 12% |
| Engagement & Stewardship | 6% – 10% |
| ESG Analysis, Valuation & Integration | 20% – 32% |
| ESG Integrated Portfolio Construction & Management | 8% – 14% |
| Investment Mandates, Portfolio Analytics & Client Reporting | 4% – 8%
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