This introductory specialisation helps finance professionals and managers understand the basics of sustainability, ESG, and sustainable finance. Starting with fundamental concepts, you’ll then progress through the business applications of ESG and explore common sustainable finance products. The specialisation focuses on practical examples and real-world applications, making complex topics accessible for professionals new to sustainable finance and ESG.
The Intersection of Finance, Strategy, and Sustainability Specialization
The Intersection of Finance, Strategy, and Sustainability Specialization
Gain a solid foundation in Sustainable Finance. Gain essential knowledge of ESG principles and sustainable finance to identify opportunities and create value in your organisation.
Instructor: Amir Amel-Zadeh
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(66 reviews)
Beginner level
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2 months at 4 hours a week
Flexible schedule
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Share your expertise with employers
What you'll learn
Learn the fundamentals of sustainability and gain a comprehensive understanding of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) factors.
Explore the business case for ESG and master the frameworks, standards and best practices for ESG reporting and disclosure.
Better understand sustainable finance and learn about the range of sustainable financial products and services available to drive positive change.
Overview
Skills you'll gain
- Stakeholder Analysis
- Compliance Reporting
- Corporate Strategy
- Financial Reporting
- Sustainable Business
- Enterprise Risk Management (ERM)
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Sustainability Reporting
- Business Metrics
- Risk Management
- Business Ethics
- Sustainable Development
- Environmental Issue
- Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG)
- Finance
- Governance
- Performance Measurement
- Corporate Sustainability
- Business Reporting
- Financial Services
What’s included
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Specialization - 3 course series
What you'll learn
How sustainability and ESG frameworks interact and why they matter for business today, including the core dimensions of each framework.
Major sustainability challenges facing business and society, and how organisations are using ESG metrics and frameworks to address the challenges.
How organisations are integrating sustainability and ESG considerations into their strategies, and the key challenges they need to overcome.
Skills you'll gain
Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Corporate Sustainability, Business Ethics, Investments, Stakeholder Engagement, Stakeholder Analysis, Governance, Business Reporting, Sustainable Development, Business Metrics, Climate Change Mitigation, Performance Measurement, Diversity and Inclusion, Environmental Issue, Sustainable Business, and Sustainability Reporting
What you'll learn
How ESG performance connects to business value and financial outcomes, including the key factors that drive this relationship.
The essential components of effective ESG reporting and disclosure, including major frameworks and standards used by businesses globally.
How to develop and implement ESG strategies that create long-term value while meeting stakeholder expectations for transparency and accountability.
Skills you'll gain
Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Stakeholder Communications, Sustainable Business, Financial Analysis, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Financial Reporting, Business Reporting, Compliance Reporting, Regulatory Requirements, Value Propositions, Data Strategy, Corporate Sustainability, Stakeholder Management, Corporate Strategy, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Sustainability Reporting, Risk Management, Performance Analysis, Innovation, and Business Ethics
What you'll learn
Fundamental principles of sustainable finance and how it differs from traditional finance, including key products and strategies driving the market.
How financial institutions and organisations are using sustainable finance instruments to achieve both financial returns and positive impact.
How to select appropriate sustainable finance solutions by understanding their features, benefits, and potential applications in different contexts.
Skills you'll gain
Sustainable Development, Corporate Sustainability, Investments, Loans, Banking, Risk Management, Sustainability Reporting, Case Studies, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Financial Services, Corporate Strategy, Finance, Sustainable Business, and Stakeholder Engagement
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An understanding of basic financial reporting requirements.
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