Edith Cowan University

Graduate Certificate of Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Leadership (Accelerated) Online

  • Delivery: Online
  • Study Level: Postgraduate
  • Duration: 6 months
  • Course Type: Graduate Certificate

Enhance your understanding of sustainability with Australia's first postgraduate program dedicated to ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) leadership.

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Course overview

Responsible leadership equals better business, healthier communities and global good. Anyone can lead with purpose in any industry. Being a leader of tomorrow means expanding your abilities to navigate complexity and drive positive change.  Lead responsibly and be part of the solution with the first postgraduate program in Australia focusing on environmental, social and governance (ESG) leadership. This course offers numerous case studies, experiential learning and simulations – learnings you can apply immediately in your workplace. 

Position yourself as a key ESG advisor to pioneer more environmentally friendly, socially conscious, and responsible business models in your organisation and the community.

Key facts

Delivery
Online
Course Type
Graduate Certificate
Duration
6 months (Part time)
Price Per Unit
From $6,160
More Information
The estimated fee is determined by individual units of study and the year the course was commenced.
Intake
18th January, 2027
15th March, 2027
10th May, 2027
5th July, 2027
30th August, 2027
25th October, 2027
Units
More Information
You may be required to complete 0 credit point units throughout your course. The university will confirm this as part of your enrolment.

The unit total reflects the number of units required for course completion, not the total credit point weight. Some units may be double- or triple-weighted, so the number of units you complete may be lower.
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Fees
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FEE-HELP loans are available to assist eligible full-fee paying domestic students with the cost of a university course.
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What you will study

The online Graduate Certificate of ESG Leadership consists of three units:

  • ESG Leadership
  • Strategic Management and International Competitiveness
  • Responsible Management

Entry requirements

To gain entry to the Graduate Certificate of Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Leadership, you will need one of the following:

  • Bachelor’s degree.
  • Equivalent prior learning, including at least five years of relevant professional experience.

Recognition of Prior Learning

You may be able to get credit for your course based on prior formal, non-formal or informal learning. To apply, you will need to provide supporting documentation outlined by the university. Contact the university for more information.

Outcomes

Career outcomes

Upon completing the Graduate Certificate of Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Leadership (Accelerated), you will have the skills and knowledge to succeed in a variety of roles, including:

  • ESG Advisor
  • ESG Consultant
  • ESG Analyst
  • Sustainability Manager
  • Senior Policy Officer
  • Policy Manager
  • Public Sector Leader

Learning outcomes

The course empowers professionals with the strategic mindset to effectively lead and implement ESG initiatives in various contexts.

  • Demonstrate strategic ESG leadership by initiating, planning, implementing and evaluating best practices in local and global environments.
  • Apply high-level, independent judgement when analysing and evaluating complex ESG problems to generate creative solutions.
  • Communicate specialised knowledge, concepts and skills related to ESG considerations to various audiences in corporate contexts.

Fees and FEE-HELP

Full-fee paying place

Indicative unit fee in 2027: $6,160 (20-credit-point unit)
Indicative annual fee in 2027: $18,500
Indicative full-course fee: $18,500

The average full-course fee shown is calculated based on the 60 credit point (three units) course structure completed over one year.

Indicative annual fees are based on your first year of study.

A student’s annual fee may vary by:

  • The number of units studied.
  • Choice of units.
  • Credit from previous study or work experience.
  • Eligibility for government-funded loans.

Student fees shown are subject to change. Contact the university directly to confirm.

FEE-HELP loans are available to assist eligible full-fee-paying domestic students with the cost of a university course.