Corporate

Sustainable Finance

Corporate 40 hours

Introduction

The Sustainable Finance course offers you the opportunity to explore the rapidly expanding field of sustainable finance, an area experiencing unprecedented growth and demand for skilled professionals. As global awareness of environmental, social and governance (ESG) issues increases, the financial sector is undergoing a transformative shift towards sustainability. This course equips you with essential skills to navigate this evolving landscape, covering key topics such as the interplay between sustainability and finance, the institutional and legal frameworks governing sustainable practices, and the development of innovative investment products. By taking part, you will strategically position yourself in a market that values sustainability, gaining insights into creating sustainable finance products that meet the needs of socially conscious investors. Join us to become part of the solution and drive positive change in the financial world.

Objectives

- To understand the principles of sustainability in the financial sector.

- To analyse the legal framework for sustainable finance.

- To identify sustainable investment products available on the market.

- To assess the performance of sustainable finance products.

- To explore the role of institutions in promoting sustainable finance.

- To assess the impact of sustainable finance on global markets.

- To apply sustainable finance concepts when making personal financial decisions.

Table of Contents

TEACHING UNIT 1. SUSTAINABILITY AND THE FINANCIAL WORLD
Sustainability and finance
Key social and environmental challenges
ESG criteria and their integration
Risks and sustainability
The current state of sustainable finance
TEACHING UNIT 2: THE INSTITUTIONAL AND LEGAL FRAMEWORK FOR SUSTAINABLE FINANCE
The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)
UNEP’s financial initiative
The 2030 Agenda and sustainable development
Sustainable finance in Europe
Sustainable finance in Spain
TEACHING UNIT 3. SUSTAINABLE INVESTMENT PRODUCTS
Sustainable investment
Sustainable investment strategies
Reporting on sustainable investment
SRI funds and sustainable pension funds
Impact investment
TEACHING UNIT 4: SUSTAINABLE FINANCE PRODUCTS
Sustainable finance and debt
Green bonds
Social bonds, sustainable bonds and bonds linked to sustainability
Sustainable loans for businesses and individuals
Microfinance

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