ESG Risk Management and Controls

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ESG Risk Management and Controls
Next intake on 2 October 2026
Up to 70% IBF Subsidy and SkillsFuture Credit Claimable

Programme Overview

The ESG (Environment, Social & Governance) landscape in Singapore and globally continues to evolve rapidly. This course equips participants with an understanding of ESG legal, regulatory and compliance risks, the issues and implications for financial services and institutions, and regulatory and compliance strategies and policies to evaluate and mitigate such risks.

This course is suitable for those who are keen to understand the broader legal, regulatory and compliance issues faced by the financial services industry and acquire the knowledge and skills to make informed decisions and manage associated risks and implications in adopting recognised ESG standards.

Total Training Duration: 8.5 CPD hours
Core FAA CPD: 4 hours
Core SFA CPD: 4 hours
Classroom Hours: 8.5
Preparatory Hours: 4

Course

By the end of this module, participants will be able to

  • Identify and explain the key components of ESG, its relevance and application to financial institutions.
  • Understand the legal and regulatory framework surrounding ESG and its impact on financial institutions.
  • Analyse and assess the specific legal, regulatory and compliance risks associated with ESG for financial institutions.
  • Evaluate the potential reputational and operational implications of ESG-related legal, regulatory and compliance risks.
  • Develop strategies and policies to mitigate and manage ESG-related legal and compliance risks effectively.
  • Recognise the importance of integrating ESG considerations into corporate governance structures and decision-making processes.
  • Stay informed about emerging legal and regulatory developments in the ESG space and adapt compliance practices accordingly.
  • Engage with stakeholders effectively to address ESG-related legal and compliance concerns.

The course structure consists of a combination of classroom learning and assessments, totalling 8.5 hours.

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Participants who successfully complete the programme will be awarded: 

Fees and Funding

Certification
ModulesFull Fees
(S$)
Fees after subsidies inclusive of 9% GST (With effect from 1 January 2024) (S$)
Before GSTAfter GSTCompany-SponsoredSelf-Sponsored

Fees and Funding

Certification
ModulesFull Fees
(S$)
Fees after subsidies inclusive of 9% GST (With effect from 1 January 2024) (S$)
Before GSTAfter GSTSingaporean Aged Below 40 / PRSingaporean Aged 40 & Above

Fees and Funding

Certification
ModulesFees after Subsidy
(incl. of GST)
Fees after subsidies inclusive of 9% GST (With effect from 1 January 2024) (S$)
Certification
Category
2
1Not Applicable

1 For Singaporeans aged 40 and above, you are eligible to utilise the SkillsFuture Credit (Mid-Career) further to offset your course fee after the IBF subsidy.

2 Fees shown are after IBF-STS funding assuming students meet the minimum academic standards outlined by IBF and are physically based in Singapore. The fees are also subject to IBF accreditation approval for all modules.

Fees and Funding

Certification

Modules
Full Fees
(S$)
Fees after subsidies inclusive of 9% GST (With effect from 1 January 2024) (S$)
Before GSTAfter GSTSingaporean
Aged Below 40 / PR
Company Sponsored/Self Sponsored
Singaporean
Aged 40 & Above
Company Sponsored/Self Sponsored
Singaporean
Aged Below 40 / PR
Company Sponsored/Self Sponsored
Singaporean
Aged 40 & Above
Company Sponsored/Self Sponsored
Course Fees1,300.001,417.00767.00507.00

Fees and Funding

Certification

Core Modules
Full Fees
(S$)
Fees after subsidies inclusive of 9% GST (With effect from 1 January 2024) (S$)
Before
GST
Singaporean
Aged Below 40 / PR
Singaporean
Aged 40 & Above
Company Sponsored/Self
Sponsored
Company Sponsored/Self
Sponsored

Note:

Prices shown are based on the prevalent IBF-STS subsidies. T&Cs apply.

Click here to read more about the terms & conditions governing registration, payment, cancellation, deferment and no-show.

NTUC members enjoy 50% unfunded# course fee support for up to $250 each year when you sign up for courses supported under Union Training Assistance Programme (UTAP). NTUC members aged 40 and above will get increased funding support from $250 to $500.

#Unfunded course fee refers to the balance course fee payable after applicable government subsidies. This may include materials fees, registration fees and misc fees.

Eligible SG citizens may utilise SkillsFuture Credit to offset course fees. This is only applicable for the regular SkillsFuture Credit, and not applicable for the SkillsFuture Credit (Mid-Career) additional top-up funding.

The information above is correct at the time of publication. Wealth Management Institute reserves the right to amend the fees and/or terms and conditions as appropriate.

In addition to Course Fees, each participant will also be charged a non-refundable and non-claimable application fee of S$85 (including GST).

This programme is pending accreditation by the Institute of Banking and Finance (IBF). When accredited, Singaporeans and Permanent Residents will be eligible for funding support of up to 70% course fee subsidy under the IBF Standards Training Scheme (IBF-STS).

Fees shown are after IBF-STS funding. Subsidised fees apply upon participants’ successful completion of the programme, which includes (i) fulfilling minimum attendance requirements and (ii) passing all relevant assessments.

Subsidies are subject to change by IBF and fees will be adjusted based on prevailing funding rates. Click here to read more about funding support for IBF-STS, and terms & conditions governing registration, payment, cancellation, deferment and no-show.

The information above is correct at the time of publication. Wealth Management Institute reserves the right to amend the fees and/or terms and conditions as appropriate.

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15 March 2024 (Full)
14 June 2024
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