Deloitte, in conjunction with Asia Institute for Sustainability, introduces the Certified Sustainability Officer Program in Malaysia.
The Asia Institute for Sustainability (AIS), in partnership with Deloitte, has launched a timely initiative – the Certified Sustainability Officer (CSO) Professional Training Program in Malaysia. This program is designed for current and aspiring sustainability professionals, providing them with the strategic and practical skills needed to lead Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) and sustainability transformations within organizations.
The CSO Program is globally aligned but regionally contextualized, addressing industry needs in Malaysia and the broader region. It covers topics such as ESG leadership, corporate sustainability strategy, regulatory compliance, stakeholder engagement, and sustainability reporting, delivered by experienced ESG practitioners and regional leaders.
This program aligns directly with Malaysia’s National Sustainability Reporting Framework and the country’s ambitious goal of achieving Net Zero by 2050. With a projected need for 10,000 sustainability professionals by 2030, the program aims to develop about 2,000 qualified professionals annually to support companies in planning, managing, and reporting sustainability initiatives in compliance with evolving regulatory requirements and global standards.
The CSO Program is a strategic educational response to Malaysia’s sustainability workforce demand, designed to align closely with national sustainability goals and reporting frameworks. It helps build capacity and expertise as the country moves towards its 2030 and 2050 environmental targets.
In addition, the CSO Program is HRD Corp claimable and eligible for the 2025 ESG tax deduction for Bursa-listed companies investing in sustainability capacity-building.
For more information or to register for the CSO Program, visit www.sustainabilityinstitute.asia/cso. The Asia Institute for Sustainability (AIS) is a regional knowledge and certification body based in Singapore, dedicated to advancing sustainability and ESG leadership across Asia.
[1] Source: Asia Institute for Sustainability (AIS) website
Contact for media inquiries at AIS is Ms. Chong Fei Shan, who can be reached at [email protected].
The CSO Program equips participants with the strategic insight and practical expertise needed to lead ESG and sustainability transformation within organizations. By doing so, it supports the region's journey towards a low-carbon, inclusive, and resilient future.
- This Certified Sustainability Officer (CSO) Program, offered by The Asia Institute for Sustainability (AIS) in partnership with Deloitte, is not only aligned with Malaysia's National Sustainability Reporting Framework but also provides education and self-development in environmental-science, making it valuable for those pursuing careers in finance, education-and-self-development, and specifically, in the field of sustainability.
- The CSO Program, designed to meet the growing demand for sustainability professionals in Malaysia and the broader region, offers a unique combination of scientific knowledge, financial acumen, and leadership skills, making it a key resource for aspiring and current professionals in the field of environmental-science and finance.
