Sustainability Excellence for Talent Certification Programme (SET)
Programme Overview
This programme offers comprehensive knowledge on Sustainability Disclosures, Climate Risks, and Net Zero, through 9 modules tailored for learners in various industries. It aims to cultivate a community of professional ESG practitioners within the financial services and corporate sectors.
Who Should Enrol?
This programme is ideal for:
- ESG practitioners
- Sustainability leaders
- Business advocates
- Aspiring ESG professionals
who are looking to gain comprehensive ESG knowledge, promote sustainable practices, and integrate climate and net zero considerations into their business operations.
Flexible Learning Path
Learners can select modules from any topic area based on their interests and desired skill development.
Programme Details
The nine modules, offered as eSeminars or eCourses, are now available. The programme covers key sustainability topics such as sustainability reporting frameworks, ESG ratings, climate risks, and GHG emissions, with a focus on the local context of Mainland China and Hong Kong. It includes real-life examples and case studies from various industries to address diverse learner needs. Modules are structured progressively by complexity, enabling flexible learning paths.
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Package / Topic |
Module / Remarks |
Level |
Duration (hour) |
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Sustainability Excellence for Talent Certification Programme (SET) - Financial Services |
This package includes all 9 training modules and the final examination. For details of each module, please refer to its respective course page. |
Refer to the respective course page | 10 |
|
This package includes all 9 training modules. For details of each module, please refer to its respective course page. |
Refer to the respective course page | 10 | |
| Sustainability Excellence for Talent Certification Programme (SET) - Corporates |
This package is currently in development. |
Refer to the respective course page | 10 |
| Training Package - Corporate |
This package is currently in development. |
Refer to the respective course page | 10 |
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Sustainability Disclosures |
Introductory |
1 |
|
| Introductory | 1 | ||
| Introductory | 1 | ||
| Intermediate | 1 | ||
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Climate Risks |
Introductory | 1 | |
| Intermediate | 1.5 | ||
| Net Zero
|
Introductory | 1 | |
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Scope 3 Emissions in Practice (Financial Services) or Scope 3 Emissions in Practice (Corporates)* |
Advanced | 1.5 | |
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Science-based Target Setting in Practice (Financial Services) or Science-based Target Setting in Practice (Corporates)* |
Advanced | 1 |
* Learners can choose for either Financial Services or Corporate path
The post-training examination ensures that participants have achieved a thorough understanding of the material, equipping them with the necessary skills to effectively implement sustainability strategies in their roles.
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Examination Format |
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Prerequisite |
Completed 9 training modules on Sustainability Disclosures, Climate Risks and Net Zero |
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Date |
1st exam: 12 August 2025 (Tuesday) |
| Venue | HKSI Institute Computer-Based Examination (CBE) Centre |
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Mode |
Computer-based examination |
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Format |
40 multiple-choice questions |
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Duration |
60 minutes |
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Pass Mark |
70% |
Learners who successfully complete all nine modules and pass the final examination will be awarded a Certificate for this programme.
To be eligible for the certificate, learners must:
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Complete all 9 training modules (total: 10 hours):
- 4 modules (4 hours) under Sustainability Disclosures
- 2 modules (2.5 hours) under Climate Risks
- 3 modules (3.5 hours) under Net Zero
For the Net Zero component, learners may choose either the Financial Services or Corporate pathway for 2 of the modules.
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Pass the final examination, which covers content across all 9 modules.
Learners will have 1 year from the date of enrolment to complete the entire programme, including the training modules and the examination.
We offer flexible enrolment options to suit your learning needs:
Full Programme (9 Training Modules + 1 Examination Attempt)
Member: HKD 4,800
Non-Member: HKD 8,600
Training Only (9 Modules, No Examination)
Member: HKD 3,620
Non-Member: HKD 7,240
Examination Fee (Standalone or Re-attempt)
HKD 1,500 per attempt
*To be eligible to sit for the examination, participants must complete all 9 training modules under either the Financial Services or Corporate path.
*If you prefer to complete modules individually, please refer to each course page for separate enrolment details and pricing.
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