Principles of Sustainable Finance

Coursera MOOC / Non-credit USD 49
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Principles of Sustainable Finance

About this course

Finance is widely seen as an obstacle to a better world. Principles of Sustainable Finance explains how the financial sector can be mobilized to counter this. Using finance as a means to achieve social goals we can divert the planet and its economy from its current path to a world that is sustainable for all. Throughout this course, you will learn about the UN Sustainable Development Goals, how social and environmental factors should not be regarded as externalities, you will learn more about sustainable banking and asset management, about effective engagement, sustainable scenario analysis and long-term value creation. At the end of this course you will understand how sustainable finance can be used as a tool to steer the sustainability transition.

What you'll learn

  • understanding the UN Sustainable Development Goals
  • applying social and environmental factors in finance
  • analyzing sustainable banking and asset management
  • conducting sustainable scenario analysis
  • engaging effectively in sustainability discussions

Course objectives

  • to demonstrate how finance can support sustainability
  • to equip participants with tools for integrating sustainability in financial practices
  • to encourage a shift in perception of finance as a contributor to social goals

Skills you'll gain

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