Strengthen your understanding of sustainable financing and its role in shaping responsible, long-term business strategies. This practical course is designed to help finance professionals, business leaders, and policymakers integrate environmental, social, and governance (ESG) considerations into financing decisions. Participants will gain the skills to assess sustainability risks, identify green investment opportunities, and align funding strategies with global frameworks such as the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the EU Taxonomy. The program also promotes sustainable business practices and transparent stakeholder communication.

Overview

Sustainable financing is becoming a core driver for businesses seeking long-term growth while addressing environmental and social challenges. This course equips professionals with the knowledge and tools to design, evaluate, and manage financing solutions that meet both profitability and sustainability objectives.

 On completion of the course, you will be able to:

• Understand key sustainable financing principles, frameworks, and regulatory requirements
• Apply ESG integration techniques to financing decisions and investment strategies
• Develop and communicate sustainability-linked financing plans to stakeholders

Who should attend

All professionals involved in corporate finance, investment, and sustainability strategy will benefit from this course:

• Corporate Finance and Treasury Teams
• Sustainability and ESG Officers
• Fund Managers and Investment Analysts
• Policymakers and Financial Regulators

Methodology

This course uses a hands-on, application-based approach including real-life case studies, group activities, and interactive discussions. Designed for practical application, the sessions provide frameworks, tools, and templates to evaluate sustainable financing opportunities and risks. Participants are encouraged to bring laptops for scenario-based exercises.

Trainer

The course is delivered by an experienced sustainable finance practitioner with over 15 years in corporate finance, ESG integration, and green investment advisory. The trainer has advised multinational corporations, financial institutions, and government bodies on implementing sustainability-linked financing strategies and meeting regulatory expectations.

Module – 1

Understanding Sustainable Finance in the Global Context.

• Define sustainable finance and its role in global sustainability goals.
• Understand how agreements like the Paris Agreement and SDGs shape financial strategies.
• Recognize the link between finance, environmental protection, and social equity

Module – 2

Core Concepts and Drivers of Sustainable Finance.

• Identify the main principles of sustainable finance.
• Explain why businesses adopt sustainability in financial decision-making.
• Relate sustainability to risk management, long-term returns, and stakeholder trust

Module – 3

Key Actors and Stakeholders in Sustainable Finance.

• List the major stakeholders (banks, investors, regulators, NGOs).
• Understand each stakeholder’s role in promoting sustainable financing.
• Explore case examples of multi-stakeholder collaboration.

Module – 4

ESG Risk Management Fundamentals.

• Define Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) factors.
• Recognize how ESG risks can affect financial performance.
• Learn basic methods for assessing and mitigating ESG risks.

Module – 5

Sustainable Finance Policy and Regulatory Landscape.

• Understand global and national policy frameworks for sustainable finance.
• Distinguish between mandatory regulations and voluntary standards.
• Recognize the role of financial regulation in driving sustainability.

   Module – 6

Sustainable Finance Products and Instruments.

• Identify different sustainable finance products (green bonds, sustainability-linked loans, etc.).
• Understand how these products fund environmental and social projects.
• Learn the basics of structuring and issuing a green financial instrument.

Module – 7

Measuring and Reporting Impact.

• Recognize the importance of transparency and accountability in sustainable finance.
• Learn about common ESG reporting frameworks (GRI, TCFD).
• Understand how impact measurement supports credibility and investment decisions.

Module – 8

Risk Management in Sustainable Finance.

• Identify climate, social, and governance risks affecting financing.
• Learn risk mitigation strategies specific to sustainable projects.
• Understand the role of stress-testing and scenario analysis.