Today, environmental risk assessments are required by law in over 120 countries, including every country in North, Central and South America to ensure businesses consider the environmental ramifications of their actions. This regulatory landscape is complemented by the policies of international financing institutions, such as the World Bank and the Asian Development Bank, which require comprehensive environmental risk evaluations before committing to fund major projects.
This Certified Environmental Risk Assessment Manager (CERA™) program will provide environmental leaders with the frameworks, methodologies, and expertise required to conduct rigorous environmental risk assessments. Through a comprehensive curriculum, you will gain technical knowledge and practical skills to evaluate environmental exposures and effects, model risk pathways, quantify uncertainties, and recommend risk management strategies.
Participants in this certified program will not only gain proficiency in all core competencies, such as hazard identification, dose-response assessment, exposure assessment, risk characterization, and risk communication, but also in regulatory analysis and beyond. Through rigorous training, you will be better equipped to minimize your organization’s environmental footprint, ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations, and make a positive contribution to sustainable development goals. Furthermore, this program will enrich participants' learning experiences with insights from real-world case studies and hands-on application across corporate, government, and nonprofit settings, ensuring a comprehensive understanding and applicability of environmental risk assessment principles.
Upon successful completion of the program, you will earn the Certified Environmental Risk Assessment Manager (CERA™) designation where CERA™ designees can lead environmental risk programs, advise senior leadership, and ensure organizational resilience against emerging eco-threats. This credential will serve as a testament to your skill and expertise in managing environmental risks effectively, making you an asset not just to your organization but also uphold the highest standards of environmental stewardship.
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This program will entitle you:
Download Brochure Pricing & Registration- Experience 3 days of instructor-led live program covering every aspect of Environmental Risk Assessment, from risk identification to public involvement, environmental assessment, monitoring, and risk and quality control.
- Earning the CERA™ designation will demonstrate your expertise in environmental risk assessment methodologies, lead environmental risk programs, advise senior leadership, and ensure organizational resilience against emerging eco-threats.
- With the skills and knowledge gained from the CERA™ program, you will proficiently raise environmental management standards, mitigate risks, and lead your organization towards a future defined by resilience and sustainability.
- For inquiries, chat with our Program Advisers at [email protected] or call us at
- Singapore & Asia Pacific: +65 6716 9980
- Australia/New Zealand: +61 3 9909 7310
- Europe/UK: +44 (020) 335 57898
- USA: +1 888 745 8875
Accreditations
This Certified Environmental Risk Assessment Manager (CERA™) program is a mark of distinction that symbolizes a fully qualified environmental risk assessment professional with advanced skills in environmental risk assessment methodologies, regulatory compliance, and effective risk mitigation strategies. It is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Professional Certifications, which maintains the governing standards for all members. The CERA™ charter is a trademarked charter available only to professionals who have completed and passed this program. The certification is governed and maintained by Chartered Institute of Professional Certifications with over 90,000 members around the world. It is also endorsed by prominent associations and organizations worldwide.
The content of this program has been fully certified and accredited by CPD as conforming to Continuing Professional Principles.
What Can You Expect From This Certified Program
With intensifying global environmental regulations, environmental risk assessments are now legally required in over 120 countries to ensure organizations evaluate ecological risks and meet sustainability standards before approving major projects. Non-compliance can result in hefty fines, legal actions, and operational shutdowns. For instance, the European Union's Environmental Liability Directive imposes strict liability on businesses for environmental damage, compelling them to adopt preventive measures.
This Certified Environmental Risk Assessment Manager (CERA™) program is designed to provide you a complete understanding of environmental risk assessment, from hazard identification to risk characterization, mitigation strategies and public engagement. Through this program, you will gain technical knowledge and practical skills in both qualitative and quantitative environmental risk assessment methodologies, equipping you with the tools and techniques required to conduct robust risk assessments. You will also learn about global environmental frameworks and key environmental laws to ensure your organization remains compliant across jurisdictions.
Participants will also become proficient in evaluating environmental exposures, modeling risk pathways, quantifying uncertainties, and recommending targeted risk management strategies. Throughout this program, you will delve into a diverse array of critical topics, including risk evaluation and prioritization methodologies such as HIRA, HAZOP, Bow Tie, and QRA, empowering you to manage your organization’s environmental risks so that it remains fully compliant with key regulations. Additionally, this program will help you integrate environmental risk assessment into your organization's overall Environment Management Plan and international standards like ISO 14001 to ensure compliance with regulations enforced by international authorities.
Upon completing the program and passing the Chartered exam, you will attain the Certified Environmental Risk Assessment Manager (CERA™) designation. This credential will demonstrate your expertise in comprehensive environmental risk assessment methodologies, effective mitigation strategies, and adept navigation of regulatory frameworks. With the CERA™ designation, you will be at the forefront of environmental risk management, armed with extensive expertise in risk assessment methodologies guiding your organization towards a future of resilience and sustainability.
Key Skills You Will Gain
- ERA Techniques and Tools
- Environmental Compliance
- Data Analysis and Interpretation
- Monitoring and Review
- Stakeholder Engagement and Communication
- Sustainability and Sustainable Development
- Risk Assessment
- ERA Methodology
- Environmental Risk Characterization
- Risk Prioritization and Evaluation
- Environmental Decision Making
- Quality Assurance and Data Validation
- Environmental Policy Planning
- Climate Adaptation Strategies
- Environmental Management Systems (EMS)
- Environmental Risks Prediction
- Environmental Risks Forecasting
- Strategic Decision Making
- Environmental Auditing
- Disaster Preparedness
- Risk Control Measures
- COSO Framework
- Environmental Impairment Liability
- Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment (HIRA)
- Hazard and Operability (HAZOP)
- Scope of Net Zero
- Environmental Regulatory Analysis
- Environmental Compliance
- Environmental Policy Analysis
- Environmental Auditing
Your Faculty Director
Jakob Kupferberg is a respected advocate for sustainability, net zero initiatives, and human rights. Mr. Kupferberg brings robust expertise as an alumnus of Al Gore’s Climate Reality Leadership Corps and the University of Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership. He specialized in climate displacement and relocation research in Pacific Island nations, presenting findings at academic conferences and continuing this work with the United Nations. Driven by a passion for knowledge, Mr. Kupferberg has led training on human rights and climate change and earned qualifications in ISO 14001, carbon markets, ESG, greenwashing, and carbon accounting. His diverse career spans the public, private, NGO, and intergovernmental organization sectors. Mr. Kupferberg has spearheaded numerous high-impact sustainability projects, creating lasting social and environmental value and positive change for global communities.
Certified Environmental Risk Assessment Manager (CERA™) Program Agenda
Chartered Exam
At the end of the program, there will be a Chartered exam comprised of 50 multiple choice questions. Upon passing the exam, you will be accredited with Certified Environmental Risk Assessment Manager (CERA™) designation.
- 98% of students who have taken this exam have passed the exam successfully. Almost all professionals who have taken our courses have passed this test and attain their Certified Environmental Risk Assessment Manager (CERA™) designation
- The exam has 50 multiple choice questions and you need to answer 25 out of 50 questions correctly to pass exam
- You can re-take the exam online as many times as you want, with no additional charges for retaking of exams
- The program cost already includes the exam fees, so there are no additional charges for taking exam
If you have challenges passing the exam, you can secure assistance from our team and faculty leader to help you pass the exam.
Certified Environmental Risk Assessment Manager (CERA™) Designation
Upon completion of the program and successfully passing the Chartered exam, you will be awarded the prestigious Certified Environmental Risk Assessment Manager (CERA™) designation, which can be showcased in your resume, CV, and other professional credentials. This globally recognized and respected credential serves as a testament to your expertise in the field, granting you lifelong validity.
As a CERA™ certificate holder, you will stand out as an authority in Environmental Risk Assessment, elevating your credibility and appeal to prospective employers or clients. Developed by the Chartered Institute of Professional Certifications, this industry-recognized and trademarked charter sets you apart in the competitive environmental risk assessment landscape. Additionally, the program's content has been independently accredited and certified by the Continuing Professional Development (CPD) organization, ensuring that it adheres to the highest standards of continuing professional development.
Pricing & Registration
Download Brochure
You can download our program brochure below. If you have any inquiries on this program, please contact our Program Advisor at [email protected] or call us at:
- Singapore and Asia Pacific: +65 6716 9980
- Australia and New Zealand: +61 3 9909 7310
- UK and Europe: +44 (0) 20 7129 1222
- USA: +1 888 745 8875
On Demand Learning
If you are unable to make it to this program due to the dates, you can also enroll into our program through our on-demand learning. Click on the link below to go to our on demand learning to discover how you can enroll into the program and earn your Charter or certificate through our on demand learning platform.
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