Sustainability has evolved from a niche environmental concern into a strategic business imperative that shapes long-term growth and resilience. Today, it’s a key driver of competitiveness as governments introduce ESG regulations and global companies demand greater accountability across their supply chains The Certified Corporate Sustainability Practitioner (CCSP) programme equips professionals with the knowledge and skills to drive sustainability transformation. It focuses on upskilling and reskilling in sustainability reporting and governance, enhancing the quality, accuracy, and reliability of sustainability data and disclosures—ultimately strengthening corporate Malaysia’s competitiveness in the global arena

Programme Objective

This programme is designed to equip participants with the skills to drive sustainability transformation by upskilling and reskilling in reporting and governance, while enhancing the quality, accuracy, and reliability of sustainability data and disclosures to boost corporate Malaysia’s competitiveness

Learning Outcome

Learning Outcomes By the end of the programme, participants will be able to:

explain key sustainability factors, concepts, principles, strategies, and methodologies used to evaluate and strengthen a corporate sustainability framework.
interpret and apply key concepts and requirements of the sustainability reporting landscape, including the assurance ecosystem, conceptual foundations, and mandatory disclosure requirements.
integrate ESG principles, strategies, and methodologies into organisational decision-making, operations, and governance processes in accordance with Malaysian regulatory requirements, established taxonomies, standards, and best practices.
conduct sustainability assessments using recognised methodologies, relevant data, and criteria to evaluate compliance and alignment with Malaysian regulatory frameworks, taxonomies, standards, and best practices, and to provide informed recommendations for organisational sustainability initiative

Methodology

Certified Corporate Sustainability Practitioner 1 (CCSP1) is conducted via blended mode and comprises the following components:

Bursa Malaysia Corporate Sustainability Practitioner (CSP) 2.0 Digital Self-Assessment Tool;
Workshop: NSRF Preparers’ Programme (NPP) Module 1 – Sustainability Reporting Using the ISSB Illustrative Sustainability Report,
eLearning: CCSP 1 – Sustainability, ESG and SRI Essentials; and
CCSP 1 Summative Assessment

Competencies

CC03 Corporate Governance

FOR04 Capital Market Products Regulations

FOP05 Sustainable and Responsible Investment Products

FUT10 Sustainability/SRI Analysis

Entry Requirements

An individual shall be eligible to enrol for the CCSP 1 based on the following requirement:

Possess a degree or professional qualification from recognised institution; or
Possess a diploma from a recognised institution with a minimum 2 years of working experience

Duration of Modules

The total duration for CCSP 1 programme is maximum of 12 weeks* (3 months)

Bursa Malaysia Corporate Sustainability Practitioner (CSP) 2.0 Digital Self-Assessment Tool.
Workshop = 1-day workshop.
e-Learning Modules (8 Modules) = 30 minutes per module.
Summative Assessment = 120 minutes

*CCSP 1 is a self-paced learning programme, and participants may complete it with a minimum of 15 contact hours.

Target Audience

Professionals and aspiring sustainability practitioners, including Chief Sustainability Officers, managers, executives, and analysts, as well as CMSRL license holders, sustainability strategists, reporting and engagement specialists, risk managers, sustainability report preparers and assurance providers.

Completion Requirements

Completion of the programme is upon fulfilment of all requirements below:

Completion of the Bursa Malaysia Corporate Sustainability Practitioner (CSP) 2.0 Digital Self-Assessment Tool
Completion of Workshop: NSRF Preparers’ Programme (NPP) Module 1 – Sustainability Reporting Using the ISSB Illustrative Sustainability Report,
Completion of e-Learning: CCSP 1 – Sustainability, ESG and SRI Essentials or Sustainability, ESG and SRI Essentials; and
Passing CCSP 1 Summative assessments.

Bursa Malaysia Corporate Sustainability Practitioner (CSP) 2.0 Digital Self-Assessment Tool The Digital Self-Assessment Tool is an online platform designed to help individuals and organisations assess their current level of sustainability and ESG practices. It can be accessed via the Bursa Malaysia website through the link below: https://my.bursamalaysia.com/learn/bursasustain/explorer/corporate-sustainability-practitionercompetency-framework

The NSRF Preparers’ Programme (NPP) Module 1 Workshop: Sustainability Reporting Using the ISSB Illustrative Sustainability Report is designed to provide practical guidance on the preparation of sustainability reports aligned with the ISSB framework. The workshop covers key concepts, reporting processes, and required disclosures, and demonstrates how the ISSB Illustrative Sustainability Report can be used as a practical reference tool. Participants who have not yet attended the NSRF Preparers’ Programme (NPP) Module 1 Workshop are encouraged to register using the link below:

DATE	FEE (RM) excl. SST	REGISTRATION LINK
5 Feb 2026	1,288	Register
13 May 2026	1,288	Register
8 July 2026	1,288	Register
2 Sep 2026	1,288	Register
17 Nov 2026	1,288	Register

Overview

This e-learning programme comprises eight (8) modules that cover the fundamentals of sustainability and ESG (environmental, social, and governance) principles, focusing on the identification and management of ESG risks, as well as their integration into organisational decision-making, operations, and governance in line with Malaysian regulatory requirements, established taxonomies, standards, and best practice.

Objective

The e-learning programme is designed to equip participants with a comprehensive and structured understanding of the fundamentals of sustainability and environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles. It covers core concepts, regulatory requirements, relevant standards and frameworks, as well as the identification and management of ESG-related risks.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of the e-learning programme, participants will be able to:

Explain the fundamental concepts and principles of sustainability and environmental, social, and governance (ESG) frameworks within the context of organisational strategy and performance.
Identify and interpret key regulatory requirements, standards, and frameworks relevant to sustainability and ESG practices in Malaysia and internationally.
Assess the implications of ESG-related risks and opportunities on organisational decision-making, operations, and governance processes.
Apply foundational sustainability and ESG knowledge to support the development and implementation of effective sustainability initiatives and reporting practices within their organisations

Module 1: Overview of Sustainability, ESG and SRI
Recommended learning hours	30 minutes
Overview	This module provides participants a view of the fundamentals of sustainability, ESG and SRI. As one of the fastest growing transformational corporate concepts in decades, sustainability is becoming a top agenda item of many stakeholder groups. This module defines sustainability and its components to support corporations and the financial sector in making this transition.
Objective	At the end of this module, participants will be able to: Explain the definitions of environmental, social and governance pillars Identify the drivers of sustainability within stakeholder groups such as government, the financial sector, investors, customers, employees and consumers. Define the importance and drivers of corporate sustainability Discuss the role of sustainable and responsible investments and its role in the capital market Describe the impact and importance of sustainability and the link to SRI
Topics	This module will cover the following: Key Reasons for the Widespread Adoption of Sustainability Importance and Drivers of Corporate Sustainability Definition of Corporate Sustainability and ESG Role and Importance of Financial Markets and Players Definition and Importance of Sustainable and Responsible Investments (SRI)
ICF	Core (Regulatory) – Corporate Governance (Proficiency Level 3) Foundational (Product) – Capital Market Regulations (Proficiency Level 3) Foundational (Product) – Sustainable and Responsible Investment Products (Proficiency Level 3) Functional (Technical) – Sustainability / SRI Analysis (Proficiency Level 3)

Module 2: Global and Local Sustainability Landscape and Adoption
Recommended learning hours	30 minutes
Overview	This module provides a view of sustainability developments globally and in Malaysia. It covers key concepts in the environmental, social and governance pillars. The module details a sustainability adoption methodology that can be employed by corporations for a structured transformation.
Objective	At the end of this module, participants will be able to: Identify the global and local developments in sustainability and SRI Explain key concepts in environmental, social and governance pillars Discuss the phases in sustainability adoption methodology Apply a corporate sustainability adoption process
Topics	This module will cover: Global and Local Developments in Sustainability Global and Local Developments in SRI Key Concepts in the Environmental Pillar Key Concepts in the Social Pillar Key Concepts in the Governance Pillar Corporate Sustainability Adoption Methodology
ICF	Core (Regulatory) – Corporate Governance (Proficiency Level 3) Foundational (Product) – Capital Market Regulations (Proficiency Level 3) Foundational (Product) – Sustainable and Responsible Investment Products (Proficiency Level 3) Functional (Technical) – Sustainability / SRI Analysis (Proficiency Level 3)

Module 3: Business Levers and Concepts in Sustainability
Recommended learning hours	30 minutes
Overview	This module provides a view of sustainability as a growth strategy; and a review of three opportunity levers for business planning considerations. These three levers can pose a threat or an opportunity and form the basis of the integration of sustainability into core business strategy.
Objective	At the end of this module, participants will be able to: Define the three levers of sustainability in business Identify sustainability initiatives for the company supporting each pillar Apply sustainability into business practices and supply chain Describe the fundamentals of carbon markets
Topics	This module will cover: Business Strategies Ranging from Threat to Opportunity Lever 1: Reducing Risks Lever 2: Maximising Profits Lever 3: Unlocking Growth Adopting Sustainability in Supply Chains Overview of Carbon Credits and Trading
ICF	Core (Regulatory) – Corporate Governance (Proficiency Level 3) Foundational (Product) – Capital Market Regulations (Proficiency Level 3) Foundational (Product) – Sustainable and Responsible Investment Products (Proficiency Level 3) Functional (Technical) – Sustainability / SRI Analysis (Proficiency Level 3)

Module 4: Global and Local Sustainability Regulations and Guidance
Recommended learning hours	30 minutes
Overview	This module provides a view of global and local regulations including the European Union (EU), the United States (US) and Malaysia, as well as a detailed review of disclosure guidance from Securities Commission Malaysia (SC), Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) and Bursa Malaysia.
Objective	At the end of this module, participants will be able to: Explain the importance of global notable ESG regulations Describe the Malaysian regulatory landscape and its disclosure regulations and guidance Recognise the regulator’s role in driving Malaysia’s sustainable development, SRI and ESG Discuss the impact of sustainability regulation and standards on capital market players
Topics	This module will cover: Overview of Global Regulations (EU CSRD, SFDR and CBAM, US SEC) Malaysian Regulations Disclosure Regulations and Guidance from Securities Commission Malaysia (CMP3, SRI Roadmap, Guidelines of SRI Funds, SEDG, MCCG, SRI Sukuk Framework, Islamic Fund and Wealth Management Blueprint) (SRI Taxonomy is covered in a later module) Disclosure Regulations and Guidance from Bank Negara Malaysia (Climate Risk Management and Scenario Analysis (CRMSA), TCFD Application Guide, Climate Risk Stress Testing (CRST), Value-Based Intermediation (VBI, Financial Sector Blueprint) (CCPT is covered in a later module) Disclosure Regulations and Guidance from Bursa Malaysia (Amended Listing Requirements, FTSE4Good Evaluation)
ICF	Core (Regulatory) – Corporate Governance (Proficiency Level 3) Foundational (Product) – Capital Market Regulations (Proficiency Level 3) Foundational (Product) – Sustainable and Responsible Investment Products (Proficiency Level 3) Functional (Technical) – Sustainability / SRI Analysis (Proficiency Level 3)

Module 5: ESG Measurement and Reporting
Recommended learning hours	30 minutes
Overview	This module provides a view of ESG data requirements, tracking, disclosure, evaluation and rating; and a detailed review of scoring by rating agencies. This will enable participants to make an informed decision on the selection, disclosure and evaluation of an organisation’s sustainability disclosures.
Objective	At the end of this module, participants will be able to: Explain the importance, benefits and challenges of ESG reporting, Describe the components of ESG data management framework Differentiate ESG reporting and evaluation frameworks Apply appropriate ESG reporting frameworks within an organisation
Topics	This module will cover: Importance of ESG Reporting Benefits and Challenges of ESG Reporting ESG Data Management and Technology Selected ESG Reporting Frameworks Selected ESG Evaluation Frameworks Selected Environmental Frameworks Selected Social Frameworks
ICF	Core (Regulatory) – Corporate Governance (Proficiency Level 3) Foundational (Product) – Capital Market Regulations (Proficiency Level 3) Foundational (Product) – Sustainable and Responsible Investment Products (Proficiency Level 3) Functional (Technical) – Sustainability / SRI Analysis (Proficiency Level 3)

Module 6: ESG Risk Management
Recommended learning hours	30 minutes
Overview	This module provides a view of the significance of ESG risk globally and the relevant frameworks to leverage. It provides a general risk framework and discusses the implications of greenwashing.
Objective	At the end of this module, participants will be able to: Describe the importance of ESG risk management Explain the application of ESG risk globally Distinguish ESG risk management tools in various key frameworks Analyze the intricacies of greenwashing and its implications
Topics	This module will cover: Importance of ESG Risk Management ESG Risk Management Global Guidance ESG Risk Management in ISSB ESG Risk Management in FTSE4Good ESG Risk Management in UNPRI ESG Risk Management Framework Overview of Greenwashing Greenwashing Illustrations
ICF	Core (Regulatory) – Corporate Governance (Proficiency Level 3) Core (Regulatory) - Risk Management (Level 3) Foundational (Product) – Capital Market Regulations (Proficiency Level 3) Foundational (Product) – Sustainable and Responsible Investment Products (Proficiency Level 3) Functional (Technical) – Sustainability / SRI Analysis (Proficiency Level 3)

Module 7: Overview of SRI Taxonomies
Recommended learning hours	30 minutes
Overview	This module provides a view of global and local SRI taxonomies and how they serve different parties in the alignment of commercial activities. It covers the different taxonomies and presents the underpinning principles. The module also provides guiding steps to help apply a chosen taxonomy.
Objective	At the end of this module, participants will be able to: Describe the function and importance of standardised taxonomies Identify the variances of principles and definitions in taxonomies (EU Taxonomy, ASEAN Taxonomy, SRI Taxonomy, Climate Change Principles-based Taxonomy) Apply the principles of taxonomy to conclude activity classifications
Topics	This module will cover: Objectives of Sustainability Taxonomies Importance of a Unified Taxonomy EU Taxonomy ASEAN Taxonomy Securities Commission Malaysia’s SRI Taxonomy (Environmental, Social, Sustainability Components) Bank Negara Malaysia’s Climate Change Principles-based Taxonomy Application of an SRI taxonomy
ICF	Core (Regulatory) – Corporate Governance (Proficiency Level 3) Foundational (Product) – Capital Market Regulations (Proficiency Level 3) Foundational (Product) – Sustainable and Responsible Investment Products (Proficiency Level 3) Functional (Technical) – Sustainability / SRI Analysis (Proficiency Level 3)

Module 8: SRI and the Malaysian Capital Market
Recommended learning hours	30 minutes
Overview	This module provides a view of the varying structures of capital markets in Malaysia, the range of ESG investment approaches, the different types of products and the structuring process and considerations.
Objective	At the end of this module, participants will be able to: Describe the nuances of the capital market ecosystem spanning SRI markets, the Islamic capital market and the Malaysian capital market Explain the 5 different types of ESG investment approaches and types of sustainable investments Identify key considerations to integrate ESG in structuring SRI products
Topics	This module will cover: Overview of SRI Markets Overview of the Islamic Capital Market Overview of Malaysian Capital Market Capital Market Players and Roles ESG Investment Approaches Types of Sustainable Investments Structuring of SRI Products ESG in Multi-Asset Portfolio Practical ESG Considerations in a Portfolio
ICF	Core (Regulatory) – Corporate Governance (Proficiency Level 3) Foundational (Product) – Capital Market Regulations (Proficiency Level 3) Foundational (Product) – Capital Market Fundamentals (Proficiency Level 3) Foundational (Product) – Sustainable and Responsible Investment Products (Proficiency Level 3) Functional (Technical) – Sustainability / SRI Analysis (Proficiency Level 3)

Type of Assessment: Multiple Choice Questions
Number of Questions: 50 Questions
Duration: 120 minutes
Passing Mark: 60%

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