Sustainable Finance
The Sustainable Finance profile combines financial principles with environmental, social, and governance (ESG) considerations. You learn how to make financial decisions that promote long-term value creation while addressing sustainability challenges such as climate change, social inequality, and corporate ethics.
You study how to assess and integrate ESG factors into financial models, investment decisions, and corporate strategies. Examples include:
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green bonds funding renewable energy projects,
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ESG-focused investment portfolios,
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carbon trading markets,
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impact investing to generate social and environmental benefits,
and financing aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
These initiatives drive responsible investment and address global challenges like climate change and social inequality.
After your studies
If you pick the Sustainable Finance profile, you can work in corporations and financial institutions to support and implement the development of such policies.
Examples of possible work fields:
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Corporate strategy: advising companies on incorporating sustainability into financial decision-making.
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Investment management: designing ESG-focused portfolios for institutional and individual investors.
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Consulting: guiding organizations on ESG reporting and compliance with sustainability regulations.
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Policymaking: assisting governments in creating policies for green investments and sustainable economic growth.
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