11.03.2025
On March 7, 2025, the eighth edition of the ESG Academy successfully launched. The academy is a joint initiative between the Faculty of Economics and Business Administration at Sofia University "St. Kliment Ohridski" and the Association of Sustainability Professionals.
The opening session featured the module "ESG Approach in Management", and participants were welcomed by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Marina Stefanova.
"Knowledge and skills in sustainability are especially necessary in times of uncertainty and a lack of a shared and clear direction for development. Thank you for your trust in our academy, and I am confident that our lecturers will be a source of knowledge, professional experience, and inspiration for your future work", she shared.
Registration is Still Open for the Remaining Seven Modules
For the first time this year, a new module "Auditing" will be introduced. The training will be structured as follows:
- Module 2: "Green and Circular Economy" – Assoc. Prof. Dr. Vesela Petrova – March 14
- Module 3: "Social Pillar of Sustainability" – Zornitsa Rusinova – March 21
- Module 4: "Climate Adaptation and Resilience" – Apostol Dyankov – March 28
- Module 5: "Energy and Climate Policy" – Assoc. Prof. Dr. Atanas Georgiev – April 4
- Module 6: "ESG Reporting" – Assoc. Prof. Dr. Marina Stefanova – April 11
- Module 7: "Business and Human Rights" – Olya Peneva – April 25
- Module 8: "Sustainable Finance" – Iliyana Lazarova – May 9
- Module 9: "Auditing" – Marina Bogdanova and Milka Damyanova – May 16
Registration Deadline: May 9, 2025
Registration Link: https://forms.office.com/e/F9VSEt1KaJ
For additional information:
Bistra Ivanova, Center for Educational Services at Sofia University, +359 885 808 954, b.ivanova@feb.uni-sofia.bg
About the ESG Academy
The ESG Academy is Bulgaria's first national certification program for training professionals in sustainable management. Its goal is to develop expertise in sustainable and responsible management, the identification and mitigation of non-financial risks, and the attraction of sustainable investments through innovations in social and low-carbon economy.