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Post-training Examination for the Sustainability Excellence for Talent Certification Programme (SET)

The SET programme offers comprehensive knowledge on Sustainability Disclosures, Climate Risks, and Net Zero, through nine modules tailored for learners in various industries.  It aims to cultivate a community of professional ESG practitioners within the financial services and corporate sectors.

The 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. 

Examination Details
Examination Syllabus

Please download the Examination Syllabus

Examination Format

Prerequisite: Completed 9 training modules at least five days before the scheduled examination date
Format: multiple choice questions
Examination Question Language: English
Number of Questions: 40 multiple choice questions
Duration: 1 hour
Pass Mark: 70% 
Mode: Computer-based Examination (CBE)
Examination System and Interface Language: Examination System Simulator; English
Examination Venue: Hong Kong Examination Centre (CBE) Centre (Examination Day Flow)
Frequency*: Every two months

 * For the examination dates and application deadlines, please click here. Please note that enrolment is on a first-come-first-served basis. 

Study Support

The SET Examination will be based on the latest training materials of the SET training courses. Candidates can access via the Online Portal. 

Certificate

Upon successful completion of all nine modules and passing the examination, learners will be awarded the Certificate of Completion for this programme.

Certificates will be available in the Online Portal approximately eight working days after the examination.

Examination Retake and Rescheduling
Prerequisites

Participants of the SET may retake the examination within one year of enrolling if they have completed the eCourse, i.e., nine modules, but:

  • FAILED the previous scheduled examination(s); or
  • Were ABSENT from the previous scheduled examination(s); or
  • Did NOT schedule the examination before the scheduling deadline.

Participants who do not pass the initial examination are allowed to retake it within one year of enrolling in the SET and are NOT required to retake the eCourse.

Enrolment and Fee

Examination fee: HKD1,500 per attempt

Click here for details and the steps to enrol for a retake examination.
Click here for details on rescheduling.

Policies

Before registering or enrolling for the examination, you must read and understand all the policies set by the HKSI Institute. During the registration or enrolment process, all candidates are required to agree to abide by these policies, which are updated periodically.

Frequently Asked Questions

You can find frequently asked questions about examination below or click here for other questions.

    1. Why I can only choose the examination session within the two weeks being shown in ProScheduler?
    2. Who should I contact if I encounter issues while scheduling an examination session through the "ProScheduler" platform?
    3. What are the key points to keep in mind on the examination date?
    4. I haven’t completed all nine modules of the SET course, but I’ve studied all the materials. Can I still take the examination?
    5. On the examination day, if I am unable to attend, can I request a reschedule or seek a refund?
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