Certified Sustainable Finance Practitioner (CSFP)

The Certified Sustainable Finance Practitioner (CSFP) designation has been developed to highlight the program’s advanced, application-driven focus. This course is designed for finance, investment, and sustainability professionals who seek to build on foundational knowledge and apply sustainable finance principles in complex, real-world financial and organizational contexts.

By earning the CSFP certification, participants demonstrate their ability to:

  • Implement and manage sustainable finance strategies that align with ISSB reporting standards, MAS Green Finance guidelines, and IBF Sustainable Finance Technical Skills and Competencies (SF TSCs).
  • Structure and evaluate advanced sustainable financial instruments, including green bonds, sustainability-linked loans, blended finance models, and transition financing solutions.
  • Integrate ESG and climate risk analytics into investment, lending, and corporate finance decisions, leveraging AI and digital tools for enhanced insights.
  • Drive organizational and systemic change, influencing decision-making, strategy, and reporting for sustainable finance initiatives in Singapore and the Asia-Pacific region.

The term “Practitioner” communicates hands-on expertise, strategic application, and professional readiness, clearly differentiating this advanced program from the foundational Certified Sustainable Finance Professional course. It positions graduates as capable of leading and implementing sustainable finance initiatives, making the CSFP a credible benchmark for advanced competency in the field.

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The Certified Sustainable Finance Practitioner (CSFP) program is an advanced-level certification designed to equip finance, investment, and sustainability professionals with the expertise to integrate sustainability principles into complex financial strategies. As global economies accelerate their transition toward net-zero and sustainable growth, the demand for practitioners with advanced skills in sustainable finance, regulatory compliance, and innovative investment structuring has never been greater.

This program builds upon foundational knowledge of sustainable finance and progresses into advanced applications, such as climate risk integration, sustainable investment analytics, and ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) performance benchmarking. It emphasizes global frameworks such as the ISSB (International Sustainability Standards Board) reporting standards, Singapore’s MAS Green Finance guidelines, and regional initiatives like the Singapore Green Plan 2030, ensuring participants develop skills that are highly relevant to both local and international markets.

By combining technical expertise with strategic foresight, the CSFP equips participants to evaluate sustainability risks and opportunities, design high-impact green finance solutions, and drive responsible investment practices that align with international best practices. With a strong emphasis on practical applications, scenario analysis, and the integration of digital and AI-enabled tools, this course prepares practitioners to play a critical role in shaping the future of sustainable finance.

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Course Overview

The Certified Sustainable Finance Practitioner (CSFP) is a three-day advanced certification program designed for finance professionals, investment managers, sustainability leaders, and policymakers who are seeking to deepen their expertise in sustainable finance. This course moves beyond the basics of ESG principles and sustainable finance foundations, focusing instead on advanced strategies, frameworks, and analytical tools that enable participants to make informed and impactful financial decisions in a rapidly evolving global landscape.

The program explores the principles, practices, and real-world impact of sustainable finance, with particular emphasis on advanced themes such as:

  • Climate risk assessment and scenario planning.
  • ESG integration into portfolio construction and investment analytics.
  • Regulatory frameworks and disclosure requirements, including ISSB, EU Taxonomy, and MAS Green Finance guidelines.
  • Sustainable debt instruments, blended finance, and transition financing.
  • The role of artificial intelligence (AI) and digital tools in sustainable finance modeling, data analysis, and decision-making.

Participants will engage in case-based learning, simulations, and practical exercises to apply concepts in real-world scenarios. The course emphasizes the strategic role of finance professionals as catalysts for sustainable economic transformation, equipping them with the skills to drive both organizational and systemic change.

By the end of the program, learners will have the ability to critically evaluate sustainability-linked financial products, measure ESG performance, and design financial strategies that balance profitability, compliance, and long-term environmental and social impact.

Course Outcomes

By the end of the Certified Sustainable Finance Practitioner (CSFP) program, participants will be able to:

  • Demonstrate advanced knowledge of global and Singapore-specific sustainable finance frameworks, including ISSB reporting standards, MAS Green Finance guidelines, and IBF SF TSCs.
  • Critically analyze ESG risks, climate-related financial exposures, and social and governance impacts on investment and lending decisions.
  • Design and structure sustainable financial instruments such as green bonds, sustainability-linked loans, blended finance models, and transition finance solutions.
  • Integrate ESG considerations into portfolio construction, risk management, and scenario analysis, leveraging AI and digital tools for enhanced decision-making and reporting.
  • Apply advanced ESG and sustainability reporting techniques, ensuring alignment with ISSB, SGX, and regional taxonomies.
  • Evaluate the impact and effectiveness of sustainable finance initiatives, balancing financial performance with environmental and social outcomes.
  • Lead and influence strategic sustainable finance initiatives within organizations, engaging effectively with regulators, investors, and stakeholders.
  • Champion ethical, transparent, and accountable practices in sustainable finance, including AI-enabled ESG analytics and reporting.

Course Outline

Day 1 – Advanced Principles of Sustainable Finance

Module 1.0 – Global Standards, Regulatory Evolution & ISSB Integration

1.1    Advanced ISSB Standards and Singapore’s Adoption

1.1.1 Deep dive into ISSB (IFRS S1 & S2) advanced disclosures

1.1.2 Integration into Singapore Exchange (SGX) sustainability reporting

1.1.3 Implications for financial institutions and listed companies

1.2    Comparative Frameworks for Practitioners

1.2.1 ISSB vs. GRI vs. EU CSRD & Taxonomy

1.2.2 Mapping differences for investors and corporates

1.2.3 Case studies on dual compliance strategies

1.3    MAS & Regional Sustainable Finance Regulations

1.3.1 MAS Guidelines on Environmental Risk Management

1.3.2 ASEAN Taxonomy for Sustainable Finance

1.3.3 Regional harmonization challenges & opportunities

Module 2.0 – Advanced ESG Risk Management

2.1    Quantitative ESG Risk Models

2.1.1 Stress testing for climate and transition risks

2.1.2 Quantifying biodiversity and social risks

2.1.3 Integration into Value-at-Risk (VaR) and credit models

2.2    Sustainability-Linked Credit & Investment Risk

2.2.1 Credit risk for green vs. brown assets

2.2.2 ESG factors in bond ratings

2.2.3 Case study: default risks in green debt markets

2.3    Generative AI in Risk Analytics

2.3.1 AI-powered ESG data cleaning and standardization

2.3.2 AI scenario modeling for transition pathways

2.3.3 Detecting greenwashing with AI-driven text analysis

Module 3.0 – Sustainable Debt Instruments (Advanced Applications)

3.1    Green, Blue, and Transition Bonds

3.1.1 Structuring advanced green bond frameworks

3.1.2 Blue finance & ocean economy bonds

3.1.3 Transition bonds for hard-to-abate sectors

3.2    Sustainability-Linked Loans (SLLs) – Advanced Structuring

3.2.1 Advanced KPI selection & verification

3.2.2 Pricing mechanisms linked to ESG performance

3.2.3 Legal pitfalls and compliance challenges

3.3    Hybrid Instruments & AI-enabled Structuring

3.3.1 Tokenized sustainable finance products

3.3.2 AI in bond structuring and investor matching

3.3.3 Case study: blockchain-enabled green bonds

Module 4.0 – Equity and Investment Strategies

4.1    ESG Alpha Generation

4.1.1 ESG integration in fundamental & quantitative investing

4.1.2 AI-enhanced portfolio construction

4.1.3 Factor investing and ESG tilt strategies

4.2    Impact Investing & Blended Finance

4.2.1 Structuring blended finance vehicles

4.2.2 Measuring social and environmental impact returns

4.2.3 Institutional vs. retail adoption

4.3    Private Equity & Venture Capital in Sustainability

4.3.1 ESG due diligence in PE/VC deals

4.3.2 Growth of climate tech VC funds

4.3.3 Exit strategies for sustainable assets

Day 2 – Innovation, AI, and Future Trends in Sustainable Finance

Module 5.0 – Carbon & Nature Finance Markets

5.1    Carbon Pricing Mechanisms

5.1.1 Compliance vs. voluntary markets

5.1.2 Carbon futures and derivatives

5.1.3 MAS Climate Impact X case study

5.2    Biodiversity & Natural Capital Finance

5.2.1 Financing ecosystem services

5.2.2 Nature-based solutions investment

5.2.3 World Bank & TNFD frameworks

5.3    Tokenization & Digital Carbon Markets

5.3.1 Blockchain in carbon credit trading

5.3.2 AI in MRV (Monitoring, Reporting, Verification)

5.3.3 Risks of double counting & fraud detection

Module 6.0 – Sustainable FinTech & Digital Innovation

6.1    Green FinTech Ecosystem

6.1.1 Digital finance platforms for ESG

6.1.2 RegTech solutions for sustainability compliance

6.1.3 AI-driven green finance marketplaces

6.2    Generative AI in Sustainable Finance Applications

6.2.1 AI for ESG reporting automation (aligned to ISSB)

6.2.2 AI-driven sustainable investment recommendations

6.2.3 AI-enabled greenwashing detection

6.3    Blockchain & Smart Contracts for ESG

6.3.1 Automated ESG-linked loan repayments

6.3.2 Tokenized ESG-linked assets

6.3.3 Case study: Singapore blockchain pilots

Module 7.0 – Sustainable Corporate Finance

7.1    Green Capital Structure Strategies

7.1.1 Cost of capital implications of ESG ratings

7.1.2 Integrating sustainability into WACC calculations

7.1.3 Case study: corporate green refinancing

7.2    CFO’s Role in Sustainable Finance

7.2.1 Embedding ESG in capital allocation

7.2.2 Linking financial performance to sustainability outcomes

7.2.3 Reporting alignment with ISSB

7.3    AI in Corporate Finance Sustainability

7.3.1 Predictive analytics for ESG-linked treasury management

7.3.2 AI in capital allocation scenario planning

7.3.3 Risk-adjusted ROI forecasting with AI

Module 8.0 – Sustainable Insurance & Risk Transfer

8.1    ESG Integration in Insurance Products

8.1.1 Parametric insurance for climate risks

8.1.2 ESG underwriting frameworks

8.1.3 Case study: flood & catastrophe bonds

8.2    Reinsurance & Climate Risk Transfer

8.2.1 Reinsurance for natural disaster risks

8.2.2 Pooling mechanisms for climate-vulnerable nations

8.2.3 UN & multilateral reinsurance initiatives

8.3    AI in Sustainable Insurance

8.3.1 Predictive modeling of catastrophe losses

8.3.2 AI-based risk underwriting for ESG

8.3.3 Fraud detection in climate-linked claims

Day 3 – Strategy, Leadership & Future Directions

Module 9.0 – Advanced Impact Measurement & Reporting

9.1    ISSB-aligned Advanced Reporting Practices

9.1.1 Integrated reporting frameworks

9.1.2 Linking ISSB with GRI & TCFD

9.1.3 Singapore Exchange adoption roadmap

9.2    AI-powered ESG & Impact Reporting

9.2.1 NLP for sustainability disclosures

9.2.2 AI benchmarking against peers

9.2.3 Automated assurance for ESG reports

9.3    Social & Just Transition Finance Reporting

9.3.1 Financing inclusive and equitable transitions

9.3.2 Reporting on human rights & DEI impact

9.3.3 Case study: Singapore enterprises

Module 10.0 – Global Trends & Geopolitics of Sustainable Finance

10.1 Geopolitical Forces

10.1.1 US–EU–China competition in green finance

10.1.2 Singapore & ASEAN as a green finance hub

10.1.3 Global South financing gaps

10.2 Future of Climate Finance Flows

10.2.1 Scaling blended finance for emerging markets

10.2.2 Multilateral development bank initiatives

10.2.3 Green finance commitments post-COP summits

10.3 AI, Data & the Future of Sustainable Finance

10.3.1 ESG big data infrastructure

10.3.2 Generative AI as a decision-making partner

10.3.3 Ethical AI for sustainable finance governance

Module 11.0 – Strategic Leadership in Sustainable Finance

11.1 Board & C-Suite Accountability

11.1.1 Governance models for sustainability oversight

11.1.2 Linking executive compensation to ESG outcomes

11.1.3 Case study: Singapore financial institutions

11.2 Building a Sustainable Finance Culture

11.2.1 Talent development and IBF Sustainable Finance TSCs

11.2.2 Stakeholder engagement and trust building

11.2.3 Role of leadership in culture shift

11.3 Generative AI for Strategic Decision-Making

11.3.1 Using AI to simulate capital allocation trade-offs

11.3.2 AI-enhanced boardroom sustainability dashboards

11.3.3 Balancing human judgment with AI insights

Module 12.0 – Future of Sustainable Finance

12.1 Emerging Asset Classes

12.1.1 Hydrogen, renewable energy storage finance

12.1.2 Circular economy investment opportunities

12.1.3 Nature-positive finance

12.2 Technology & Innovation for Finance of the Future

12.2.1 AI + blockchain convergence in finance

12.2.2 Decentralized autonomous organizations (DAOs) for ESG finance

12.2.3 Smart contracts for automated ESG enforcement

12.3  Singapore’s Roadmap as a Global Green Finance Hub

12.3.1 MAS Green Finance Action Plan 2.0

12.3.2 Singapore’s leadership role in ASEAN

12.3.3 Pathway for practitioners to contribute

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Who Should Attend?

The Certified Sustainable Finance Practitioner (CSFP) program is designed for finance and sustainability professionals who are seeking to deepen their expertise in advanced sustainable finance strategies, ESG integration, and regulatory compliance. This program is ideal for individuals who already have a foundational understanding of sustainable finance principles and wish to apply advanced knowledge in real-world financial and investment contexts.

Target participants include:

  • Finance and investment professionals: Portfolio managers, fund managers, credit analysts, and corporate finance specialists seeking to integrate ESG and climate risk factors into investment decisions.
  • Sustainability and ESG practitioners: Corporate sustainability officers, ESG analysts, and reporting specialists responsible for implementing advanced sustainable finance frameworks.
  • Banking and insurance professionals: Relationship managers, risk managers, and product specialists aiming to design, assess, and manage sustainable financial products and instruments.
  • Regulators and policy advisors: Professionals in central banks, financial regulatory bodies, and industry associations who need a deep understanding of sustainable finance practices, ISSB reporting standards, and MAS guidelines.
  • Senior executives and strategic leaders: CFOs, treasurers, and board members responsible for embedding sustainability considerations into corporate strategy and capital allocation decisions.

Participants will benefit most if they have completed foundational sustainable finance training, such as the Certified Sustainable Finance Professional (CSFP) program, or possess equivalent experience in ESG and sustainable finance. This prior exposure ensures they can fully engage with the advanced, practical, and strategic content delivered throughout the Practitioner-level program.

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The program was concise and practical. I get to walk through the entire scrum process. Stu guided the team into role-playing for experiential learning! Much enjoyed! Word of caution: High energy and focus required throughout the course.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Certified Scrum Master Training: Who should take this Certified Scrum Master course?

Scrum Master Certification can be taken by any professionals who are interested in intensifying their knowledge on Scrum. This course is ideal for:

  • Software Engineers
  • Product Managers
  • Project Managers
  • Team Leaders
  • Business Analysts
  • Development team members
  • Testers
  • All interested professionals on Scrum

Certified Scrum Master Training: What are the prerequisites for taking Certified Scrum Master training?

There are no prerequisites to attend Certified Scrum Master course. But, it is recommended to have basic knowledge of Scrum to understand the concepts quickly in the training.

Certified Scrum Master Training: Is online/virtual Certified Scrum Master training available?

Scrum Alliance has encouraged Training Providers to conduct classes virtually and has to meet the highest level of quality and rich learning experience guidelines. We are delighted that our live interactive virtual courses are considered as top 1 in the world.

Certified Scrum Master Training: How long does it take to complete the Certified Scrum Master training?

The Certified ScrumMaster course takes 2-days’ to complete which include both theoretical and practical sessions.

Certified Scrum Master Training: How to maintain the Certified Scrum Master certification?

To maintain the Certified ScrumMaster certification, you need to submit 14 SEUs and pay $100 for every 2 years.

Certified Scrum Master Exam: Scrum Alliance - Certified Scrum Master TEST FAQ’s

When can I take the Certified Scrum Master Exam?

At the end of the Course the Scrum Alliance will send an email with your login ID and a link to the Scrum Alliance website.

You will follow the link in that Scrum Alliance email to complete your membership registration, just complete the information highlighted in RED.

You will then need to accept the licensing agreement for pending Scrum Master registration…

Ticking that acceptance box will trigger the appearance of the TAKE THE Certified Scrum Master TEST button in your Scrum Alliance Dashboard.

YOU HAVE 90 DAYS TO TAKE AND PASS THE Certified Scrum Master TEST

If you are an existing Scrum Alliance member you will also receive an email but you will just accept the Certified Scrum Master licence agreement then you can TAKE THE TEST

Who is it set by?
The Test is set by the Scrum Alliance, ensuring standards are consistent all over the world.

Where do I take the test?
The test is ONLINE you should aim to have a very stable connection to the internet.

What type of exam are we talking about?
It is multiple choice – there are 4 choices but only ONE correct choice.

How many questions are there and what’s the pass rate?
There are 50 questions for everyone. The pass rate is 37 correct out of 50.

Are any questions scenario based?
Yes, but there is a mixture of questions. If you have the Scrum Guide printed and with added notes, you will be fine.

Will everyone get the same questions?
No. There is a pool of 150 questions, but all aspects of the course are covered in every Certified Scrum Master Test.

Is there a time limit?
YES! The time box is 60 minutes – so 50 questions in 60 minutes!

Will the test be moderated?
NO. The test is OPEN BOOK. But remember you only have 60 minutes for those 50 questions, if you look up everything in detail you will run out of time.

Is there going to be negative marking?
No.

Can I bookmark questions so I can come back to them later?
Yes. You can move back and forward through the test until you finally hit SUBMIT or run out of time. But answer every single question, even the ones you bookmark, before moving on.

What if my connection fails and I temporarily lose the connection to the Certified Scrum Master Test Portal?
Log back in IMMEDIATELY, the system will know you had not finished and offer you the option to RESUME your 1st attempt – take that option and you will pick up where you left off.

When will I know if I have passed?
Immediately! You get your pass rate and percentage rate.

If I get any questions wrong, am I told what the correct answer is?
NO. To protect the integrity of the Test, the Scrum Alliance will tell you which questions you did not answer correctly but you will not get the correct answer.

What happens if I don’t pass – maybe because I run out of time?
You have TWO CHANCES to pass, if re-taking…, do it AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.

When I pass… What then?
· The Test Link is in an Exam portal – once you have passed you can close that down.
· Return to the Scrum Alliance website – www.scrumalliance.org – log back in if necessary.
· In the SA website you can find your Certificate in the dropdown certification dashboard – top right hand side.

Certified Scrum Master Exam: Can I retake the Certified Scrum Master exam if I fail?

Yes, you are allowed to take 2 attempts for free within 90 days you receive the welcome email from Scrum Alliance. You will be charged $25 for each additional attempt or after 90 days.

Certified Scrum Master Exam: Is it mandatory to take the Certified Scrum Master training in order to attempt the exam?

Yes, because Scrum Alliance believes that true learning with a CST or CEC requires in-person instruction.

Certified Scrum Master Certification: Why should you take Certified Scrum Master certification?

The popularity for Certified Scrum Master certification is increasing as the companies are looking for certified Scrum Masters where each team needs a dedicated person who can manage and perform different Agile projects. Holding a Scrum Master certification will show that you possess the required dedication that companies are looking for in Scrum Masters and open up new career opportunities.

Certified Scrum Master Certification: Who offers the Certified Scrum Master certification?

Certified ScrumMaster is a designation offered by Scrum Alliance to those who have successfully completed a 2-day Certified Scrum Master course and demonstrates your expertise and skills in Scrum.

Certified Scrum Master Certification: How long does the Certified Scrum Master certification is valid?

Certified Scrum Master certification is valid only for 2 years and needs to be renewed after that.

PDUs and SEUs: What are PDUs and SEUs?

PDUs (Professional Development Units) and SEUs (Scrum Educational Units) are the credits offered by the Project Management Institute and Scrum Alliance, respectively. Successful completion of educational training or learning opportunities, which serve to validate your participation and continued proficiency helps you earn these PDUs and SEUs.

PDUs and SEUs: Where are PDUs and SEUs applicable?

PDUs and SEUs demonstrate your contribution to the Agile environment by providing credits for any professional achievement that you make in your career. Individuals who hold a credential from Scrum Alliance require to earn a certain number of SEUs for every 2 years to get certified. Similarly, an individual who holds a certification from PMI except the CAPM® needs to earn a certain number of PDUs for every 3 years.

Others: Other Relevant Information

Certified Scrum Product Owner Certification Course, CSPO Certification Benefits, Certified Scrum Master Skillsfuture Claim Process, Scrum Master Challenges And Solutions, Corporate Training, SAFe 5 Certification

IBG Certification: About IBF Certification for courses eligible for IBF Qualified (IBFQ)

Participants who successfully complete this course and fulfill the required number of Technical Skills and Competencies (TSCs) for the selected job role can apply to be conferred the IBF Qualified (IBFQ) certification status.

Find out more about IBF certification and the application process on

https://www.ibf.org.sg/certification/Pages/Why-be-Certified.aspx

 

IBG Certification: About IBF Certification for courses eligible for IBF Advanced (Level 2/3)

Participants who successfully complete this course with at least 3 years of relevant financial services industry experience and fulfill the required number of Technical Skills and Competencies (TSCs) for the selected job role can apply to be conferred the IBF Advanced (Level 2/3) certification status.

Find out more about IBF certification and the application process on

https://www.ibf.org.sg/certification/Pages/Why-be-Certified.aspx

IBG Certification: About IBF Certification

This course addresses the following Technical Skills and Competencies (TSCs) and proficiency level: • <TSC and its corresponding proficiency level>

Participants are encouraged to access the IBF MySkills Portfolio (https://www.ibf.org.sg/programmes/Pages/MySkills-Portfolio.aspx) to track their training progress and skills acquisition against the Skills Framework for Financial Services. You can apply for IBF Certification after fulfilling the required number of Technical Skills and Competencies (TSCs) for the selected job role.

Find out more about IBF certification and the application process on

https://www.ibf.org.sg/certification/Pages/Why-be-Certified.aspx

 

IBG Certification: Video on IBF Certification

IBF Certification – Advance your Career in Finance!

How Can I Get Scrum Master Certification?

Getting Scrum Master certification involves a structured process:

  • Choose an Accredited CSM Course – Enrol in a recognised Scrum Alliance training programme.
  • Attend the Required Training – Learn Scrum theory, team dynamics, and Agile best practices.
  • Take and Pass the CSM Exam – Complete the test to demonstrate your understanding of Scrum.
  • Maintain and Upgrade Your Certification – Earn SEUs and renew your certification every two years.

Our AgileAsia training ensures a fun, engaging, and practical approach to Scrum certification, setting you up for success in your Agile career.

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