Edith Cowan University

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

  • 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. 

Join a new wave of in-demand graduates, advocating for a higher purpose. 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 $5,570
More Information
Total fee based on completing all three units.
Intake
January, 2026
March, 2026
May, 2026
July, 2026
September, 2025
November, 2025
Units
3
Fees
More Information
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

The cost for all three units 2025: $16,710 (domestic full-fee paying place)

A student’s annual fee may vary in accordance with:

  • The number of units studied per term.
  • The choice of major or specialisation.
  • 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.