ACCA Launches Professional Diploma in Sustainability to Meet Growing Demand for Skills
Key Impact Points:
- ACCA introduces a Professional Diploma in Sustainability to equip finance professionals with essential sustainability skills.
- The program addresses the urgent need for businesses to integrate non-financial drivers into their models.
- Enrollment is now open, offering over 60 hours of comprehensive learning and accreditation.
In response to increasing demand from businesses and accountants, ACCA has launched a Professional Diploma in Sustainability. This pioneering program is tailored for finance professionals seeking to deepen their understanding of sustainability and gain formal accreditation.
Research by ACCA highlights that many businesses lack the necessary skills to transition to sustainable models, emphasizing the need to consider both non-financial and financial business drivers. The diploma combines high-quality learning support and assessment, aligning with the growing demand from employers and individuals pursuing sustainability-related career opportunities.
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Helen Brand, chief executive of ACCA, stated, “The expertise of accounting and finance professionals in driving sustainable approaches to business is absolutely essential if we are to make the progress the planet so desperately needs.” She added, “This new qualification is designed to help meet that increasing need and recognizes that success is not now just about profits, but about sustainability and social value too.”
The Professional Diploma consists of an integrated learning program, including in-depth knowledge, a revision kit, and a three-hour exam. With over 60 hours of learning across four certificates, participants will gain expertise in sustainability frameworks, strategy, reporting, and assurance.
ACCA has collaborated with global regulators to ensure the diploma meets the evolving requirements for sustainability auditors. Enrollment is now open through ACCA Learning, the dedicated platform for finance professionals seeking to enhance their skills in this critical area.
