Specialization in Sustainable Finance

Course Content:

Introduction to Sustainable Finance:
Definition and scope of sustainable finance in the global context.
Evolution and trends in the sustainable investment market.
Regulatory framework and international standards that promote sustainable finance, such as the Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI) and the United Nations Global Compact.

Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) criteria:
Analysis and evaluation of ESG criteria in financial decision making.
Tools and metrics for measuring environmental, social and governance impact.
Successful cases of ESG integration in investment portfolios.

Socially Responsible Investments (SRI):
Sustainable investment strategies: negative screening, positive screening, and active engagement.
SRI investment funds: types, characteristics and financial performance.
Return and risk analysis in sustainable investments versus traditional investments.

Green Bonds and Climate Finance:
Introduction to green bonds, social bonds and other sustainable debt instruments.
Green bond issuance and certification process.
Analysis of case studies on financing renewable energy, energy efficiency, and urban sustainability projects.

Risk Management in Sustainable Finance:
Identification and assessment of sustainability-related risks, including climate risk.
ESG risk mitigation strategies in portfolio and project management.
Risk analysis models that incorporate sustainability criteria.

Corporate Strategies and Sustainable Finance:
Integration of sustainability into corporate strategy and the impact on long-term value creation.
Evaluation of sustainable investment projects: tools and methodologies.
Corporate governance and the importance of transparency and accountability in sustainable finance.

Financial Innovation for Sustainability:
Innovations in sustainable financial products, such as sustainability-linked lending and impact funds.
Role of technology and fintech in promoting sustainable finance.
Opportunities and challenges in creating new sustainable financial markets.

Social Impact and Performance Measurement:
Methodologies for assessing the social and environmental impact of investments.
Use of key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the success of sustainable strategies.
Sustainability reporting and compliance with international standards.

Final Project and Implementation Plan:
Participants will develop a strategic sustainable finance plan for an organization, focusing on ESG integration, risk management and profitability optimization.
Presentation of the project to a panel of sustainable finance experts, followed by detailed feedback.
Preparation of a final report reflecting findings and recommendations for implementation of the plan.

Additional Benefits:

Certification in Sustainable Finance:
Upon completion of the course, you will receive an internationally recognized certification that endorses your competencies in sustainable finance and your ability to lead projects in this area.

Access to Specialized Tools and Resources:
You will gain access to ESG analysis platforms, sustainability databases, and exclusive learning resources to continue honing your skills.

Mentoring and Global Networking:
You will have the opportunity to interact with global leaders in sustainable finance, participate in discussion forums, and attend networking events to expand your professional network.

Course Duration: 8 months

Modality: 100% online, with live sessions, analysis of real case studies and access to recorded content.