This course introduces the core principles of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) investing and their growing influence on global capital markets. It explores ESG risks, reporting standards, scoring frameworks, and integration methods used to evaluate sustainable investments. Students learn how responsible finance affects portfolio construction, corporate behavior, and long-term value creation. Designed for analysts, investors, and sustainability-focused professionals, the course provides a practical foundation for incorporating ESG factors into modern investment strategies.
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There are 6 modules in this class
- Definition of ESGUnlock this class to watch3m 42s
- ESG& SRIUnlock this class to watch1m 35s
- Impact InvestingUnlock this class to watch3m 1s
- ESG StrategiesUnlock this class to watch1m 10s
- From ESG to SustainabilityUnlock this class to watch7m 14s
- MaterialityUnlock this class to watch2m 51s
- ESG AuditUnlock this class to watch1m 1s
- ESG & Stakeholder ExpectationsUnlock this class to watch2m 26s
- ESG risks and opportunitiesUnlock this class to watch44s
- Environmental FactorsUnlock this class to watch8m 34s
- Social FactorsUnlock this class to watch2m 41s
- Governance FactorUnlock this class to watch5m 30s
- ESG ReportUnlock this class to watch3m 35s
- ESG IntegrationUnlock this class to watch9m 6s
- ESG InvestingUnlock this class to watch1m 12s
- Investors and ESGUnlock this class to watch20s
- Alternatives to ESG investingUnlock this class to watch6m 32s
- ESG PerformanceUnlock this class to watch3m 43s
- Measuring ESG PerformanceUnlock this class to watch7m 34s
- ESG ScoreUnlock this class to watch5m 45s
- ESG Data and AnalyticsUnlock this class to watch7m 12s
- ESG role in Capital MarketsUnlock this class to watch2m 28s
- ClosingUnlock this class to watch1m 11s
- ConclusionUnlock this class to watch1m
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The course aims to equip learners with the knowledge and tools needed to analyze ESG factors, integrate them into investment strategies, and evaluate sustainability risks and opportunities.
The course is designed for finance professionals, investors, and decision-makers who want to incorporate ESG criteria into investment and business strategies.
The module covers the ESG framework, its components—environmental, social, and governance—and how these factors impact businesses, investors, and long-term strategies.
The course explains ESG integration techniques, exclusionary strategies, and impact investing, demonstrating how ESG considerations influence investment performance and decision-making.
Learners will understand how to measure ESG performance using data, evaluate risks and opportunities, and interpret ESG reporting frameworks to support sustainable investment decisions.
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