Abu dhabi: National CSR Fund has launched Majra Academy, a national umbrella for learning and capacity building in CSR, ESG, and Sustainability. The academy aims to develop professional knowledge and skills in these areas to support national priorities and advance sustainable impact across organizations, aligning with the UAE's vision for creating measurable and lasting impact.
According to Emirates News Agency, Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy and Tourism and Chairman of the Board of Trustees of Majra, highlighted that the launch of Majra Academy reflects the UAE's unwavering commitment to developing human capital and advancing a culture of CSR and sustainability as key pillars of sustainable economic and social development. He noted that the academy represents a valuable addition to the national capacity-building ecosystem by providing specialized learning programs that equip professionals with the capabilities required to lead the transition towards more sustainable practices within organizations.
He further emphasized that the academy will strengthen the alignment of private sector efforts with national priorities and the UAE sustainable development goals, fostering a culture of measurable impact and impact disclosure. Majra Academy serves as the UAE's Centre of Excellence for CSR, ESG, and Sustainable Development Learning, transforming knowledge into practical applications that enhance the role of organizations in advancing sustainable impact.
The academy is designed to equip learners with the necessary knowledge and tools to design, implement, manage, measure, and disclose CSR, ESG, and sustainability initiatives. Offering a comprehensive learning ecosystem, the academy combines digital learning, cohort-based learning journeys, and specialized knowledge resources. It includes 10 self-paced online courses delivered across three progressive levels.
The Beginner Level provides a foundational understanding of the UAE's CSR and sustainability ecosystem, covering policies, corporate practices, sustainable business strategies, national and international sustainability frameworks, and a comprehensive introduction to ESG principles. The Intermediate Level focuses on applied knowledge through topics such as the circular economy, sustainable development, ethical leadership, corporate governance, and the role of emerging technologies like Artificial Intelligence and the Internet of Things in supporting environmental sustainability and resource management.
For professionals and decision-makers, the Advanced Level focuses on ESG reporting and compliance, sustainable impact measurement, and sustainability reporting in line with leading international frameworks and best practices. Additionally, the academy offers guided cohort-based learning journeys addressing priority national themes, providing interactive learning experiences led by experts and practitioners, fostering knowledge exchange and practical application.
Participants who complete program requirements will receive digital certificates recognizing their learning achievements. Selected programs may also be accredited in partnership with recognized educational and professional institutions, supporting professional growth, strengthening organizational capabilities, and enabling institutions to achieve measurable and sustainable impact through their CSR, ESG, and sustainability initiatives.
The academy adopts an integrated learning model built around four interconnected pillars: Learn. Engage. Earn. Implement. This approach ensures that knowledge is effectively translated from theory into practical implementation within organizations and projects. Majra Academy serves a broad range of professional audiences, including CSR, ESG, and sustainability professionals; senior leadership and strategy teams; human resources, learning and development specialists; environmental and social impact practitioners; as well as academics, researchers, and students interested in sustainability-related fields.
Additionally, Majra Academy is developing a centralized repository of specialized knowledge resources, including white papers, research reports, policy briefs, sector studies, case studies, and CSR, ESG, and sustainability best practices. These resources aim to provide practitioners and decision-makers with evidence-based insights that support institutional decision-making and strengthen thought leadership.