Build expertise at the intersection of sustainability and finance
Preparing professionals for the future of finance; The Fundamentals of Sustainability Accounting (FSA®) Credential is a globally recognized professional credential awarded by the IFRS Foundation. It equips professionals with the knowledge and analytical skills to understand how sustainability-related risks and opportunities influence financial performance, enterprise value, investment decisions, and long-term business strategy. As organizations increasingly integrate sustainability into mainstream financial reporting and decision-making, finance professionals must be able to connect sustainability information with business performance
Badge: IFRS Foundation · Approved Education Provider · Impact Africa
The FSA® Credential, developed by the IFRS Foundation, is the most advanced credential related to ISSB Standards. It trains professionals to integrate sustainability into financial analysis at the level capital markets now require. Impact Africa is bringing this preparation to Africa as an Approved Education Provider.
- 8,000+ FSA Candidates Globally
- 60+ Countries Represented
Who Its For
Enter the FSA® Credential, developed and conferred by the globally recognised IFRS Foundation. This Credential empowers professionals with specialist knowledge and skills needed to succeed in this new regulatory environment. This two-part credential enhances your ability to integrate sustainability considerations into financial analysis and prepares you to lead on disclosure.
01. Corporate Finance & Reporting: CFOs · Finance Directors · Controllers
Your annual report is changing. ISSB Standards require sustainability disclosures alongside financial statements. The FSA Credential equips you to lead this integration, connecting sustainability risks to revenue, assets, and cost of capital.
“Board-level conversations are changing. Are you ready to lead them?”
02. Investment & Financial Analysis: Portfolio Managers · Credit Officers
03. Sustainability Advisory: ESG Advisors · Sustainability Consultants
04. Impact & Development Finance: Impact Investors · DFI Professionals
05. Consulting & Advisory Firms Advisors · Partners · Senior Practitioners
06. Risk & Compliance Tag. Officers · Compliance Leads · Professionals
About The FSA Credential - Two levels. One credential. Complete ISSB fluency
Developed by the IFRS Foundation, the FSA® Credential is structured as two examinations — each building on the previous. Together, they take you from understanding the sustainability disclosure landscape to applying it in financial analysis and investment decision-making.
Your FSA journey
Level I
Principles:- Build a strong foundation in sustainability accounting and its connection to financial performance and enterprise value.
Topics Covered
- Sustainability Accounting FundamentalsEnterprise Value
- Materiality
- Governance
- Sustainability Risks & Opportunities
- Sustainability Disclosures
Training Fee + Exams
USD 1,200
Level II
Application: Apply sustainability information in financial analysis, valuation, investment decisions, and strategic business planning.
Topics Covered
- Financial Analysis
- Company Performance Assessment
- Valuation Implications
- Industry Analysis
- Investment Decision-Making
- Applied Sustainability Accounting
Training Fee +Exams
USD 1,500
FSA® CREDENTIAL
Globally Recognized Professional Credential
Awarded by the IFRS Foundation upon successful completion of both the Level I and Level II examinations.
Credential Demonstrates
- Expertise in sustainability accounting
- Understanding sustainability-related financial risks and opportunities
- Ability to integrate sustainability into financial decision-making
- Enhanced professional credibility
FSA overview
Programme Overview
Duration
Level I: One week
Level II: One week
Delivery
- Live virtual public cohorts
- Intensive in-person programs
- Customized in-house corporate training
- Private organizational cohorts
Impact Africa is an Approved Education Provider for the FSA® Credential under the IFRS Foundation’s Approved Education Provider Programme. Our preparation course is being developed for the African market delivery. Join the interest list to be first in line.
Why train with Impact Africa?
Preparing for the FSA Credential is about more than passing an examination—it’s about developing the practical knowledge and confidence to apply sustainability accounting in real-world financial and business contexts.
When you train with Impact Africa, you benefit from:
Expert faculty:- Learn from experienced sustainability and finance practitioners who have advised governments, financial institutions, development organizations, and leading companies on sustainability reporting, ESG, climate finance, governance, and sustainable finance.
Practical, applied learning:- Our sessions go beyond theory to explore how sustainability-related information influences enterprise value, financial performance, investment decisions, and corporate strategy through practical discussions, real-world examples, and case studies.
Interactive instructor-led training:- Participate in live sessions where you can ask questions, engage with facilitators, discuss concepts with peers, and receive guidance throughout your preparation journey.
A Structured path to success:- Our programme follows a clear learning pathway designed to help participants build knowledge progressively while preparing confidently for the FSA examinations.
Be First to Access the FSA®
Credential Preparation Cohort
The FSA® Credential Preparation Cohort is almost here. Sign up for the interest list to get updates, course details, and priority enrolment when doors open.
Meet Your Faculty
Our team of certified sustainability experts brings extensive experience in sustainability reporting, ESG, climate finance, governance, and sustainable finance. Through a blend of strategic insights and practical learning, they equip participants with the knowledge and skills needed to confidently apply sustainability accounting concepts and prepare for the FSA Credential.
