Professional ESG & Sustainability Training

The FCEM (Foundation Certificate) is a 5-day programme totalling 40 hours of blended learning. The CEM (Certificate) is a 10-day programme totalling 80 hours. Both combine live instructor-led sessions with self-study and assessment.

Yes. Both FCEM and CEM carry ISEP CPD credits. Our GCC specialist courses from RSustain Academy also include CPD certificates upon completion. CPD hours are stated on each course page.

Yes. FCEM and CEM graduates receive an ISEP-issued certificate. This is the same globally recognised qualification formerly issued by IEMA. Academy course completers receive a CPD certificate with a unique verification ID.

ISEP (Institute for Sustainability, Environment and Professionalism) is the professional body that replaced IEMA in July 2025. GSustain is an ISEP-accredited training centre. The qualifications, syllabus, and global recognition remain the same — only the awarding body name changed.

FCEM and CEM are delivered as blended programmes with live online instructor-led sessions. Our GCC specialist courses from RSustain Academy are fully online and self-paced. Corporate in-house training can be delivered on-site at your premises in Qatar or virtually.

Yes. While our standard checkout uses Stripe (credit/debit card), we accept bank transfers for FCEM, CEM, and corporate bookings. Contact our training team for bank details and a pro-forma invoice.

Full refund if you cancel 14 or more days before the course start date. 50% refund for cancellations 7–13 days before. No refund within 7 days of the start date. You may transfer your booking to a colleague at no charge.

Yes. We offer volume discounts for groups of 5 or more delegates. Corporate in-house delivery is priced per cohort rather than per head, which is typically more cost-effective for teams of 8+. Contact us for a tailored quote.

FCEM is the foundation-level qualification (5 days, 40 hours) covering core environmental and sustainability management principles. CEM is the advanced qualification (10 days, 80 hours) that builds on FCEM with deeper coverage of auditing, strategy, carbon management, and leadership. CEM requires FCEM (or equivalent) as a prerequisite.

Our corporate in-house training can be delivered in English, Arabic, or bilingual format. FCEM and CEM scheduled batches are delivered in English with Arabic support materials available on request. All GCC specialist courses are in English.