Kickstart your impact career today

Graduate in 3 months with the Certified Corporate Impact Professional Program
Gain skills, expert mentorship to launch your career as a junior impact professional
Receive career support after course completion
Trusted by Impact Leaders Worldwide

"Sustainability Specialist" Named
Top 10 Fastest-Growing Job for 2025 by LinkedIn

According to the LinkedIn’s 2024 Global Green Skills Report, demand for green skills is outpacing supply, with global need for green talent growing twice as fast as available workers from 2023 to 2024.

Professionals with green skills or job titles have a 54.6% higher hiring rate globally, and in the US, this jumps to 80.3%.

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Companies in Japan

More than 1000+ companies in Japan are looking for impact valuation professionals.
1M+

Opportunities Abroad

The  Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive in the European Union mandates more than 50,000 companies to report detailed disclosures on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors, including climate change, biodiversity, human rights, and labor practices.  
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Course overview

Become a skilled Junior Impact Professional in just 3 Months

In-depth insights into the impact assessment ecosystem
Best practices and methodologies endorsed by industry leaders
Practice on real life projects
Resources and tools to propel your career
Certificate of completion*
*Conditional on successful completion
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Curriculum

What you will gain from this course in 3 months

Prepwork

Our course is intensive and fast-paced. To maximize your success, you must go through these materials and and familiarize yourself with what's in it for you.
Complete our 3-hour online free course
Short online quiz after completing the free course
Introductory reading materials

Foundations of Impact and Methodologies

You will build a foundational understanding of impact and master key assessment methodologies.
Introduction to Impact
History and Market Needs
Impact Accounting Fundamentals
Impact Assessment Methodologies

Methodologies and
Data Management

You will dive into data collection, governance, and leadership skills for impact assessment through hands-on projects.
Impact Assessment Methodologies
Data Collection and Mobilization
Risk Management and Disclosure
Practical Application of IWA

Governance, Leadership, and Practical Applications

You will explore governance, leadership, and practical applications through hands-on projects.
Impact Governance and Frameworks
Leadership and Intrapreneurship
Practical Applications
Coursework Checkpoint

Entrepreneurship and Capstone Project

This module will foster entrepreneurial thinking and complete a capstone project showcasing impact assessment expertise.
Impact Startups and Entrepreneurship
Capstone Project Development
Capstone Project Refinement
Capstone Presentations and Wrap-Up
Mentors

World-class Instructors

Our program is led by globally recognized experts in impact measurement and valuation, bringing decades of experience from top-tier consulting firms, multinational corporations, and academic institutions. Our instructors, pioneers in impact-weighted accounting and renowned authorities on impact valuation, have shaped global corporate strategies, authored influential works, and led international sustainability alliances while contributing to cutting-edge research. Through their lectures, workshops, and hands-on guidance, they’ll equip you with practical skills, innovative methodologies, and a global perspective to excel in sustainability and impact careers. Join our program to learn from these thought leaders and transform your future in impact assessment.
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Course Structure

Join us in Tokyo from anywhere in the world!

3 months
Part-time (15 hours per week)
Mixture of online & recorded lectures + coursework  
1 week of in-person career guidance, career exposure and graduation event in Tokyo
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Career Support

Kickstart your impact career

Career Week

Hear from industry leaders
Attend events all around Tokyo
Interview and CV preparation

Tech for Impact Summit

In-person networking opportunities with impact leaders
Designated time to promote your skills
Access to opportunities in Japan and globally

Socious Work

A HR expert will be designated to match you with a job
Access to human and AI job matching
Access to 100k+ impact jobs worldwide
Discover impact roles at top companies