Sustainable finance degree programme

Sustainable finance is an important topic in the financial world. Stakeholders and consumers are growing more and more concerned about environmental and social issues. Consumers are less likely to buy from a business that is known for its poor environmental or even human rights record. Companies can no longer ignore the impact of their activities. Specialised professionals are now dedicated to making the best investment decisions and protecting their company's reputation. ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) is now an important part of daily business activities.

A sustainable finance programme will give you all the skills you need to start working in this sector.

MSc in Climate Change & Sustainable Finance

The importance of sustainable finance

Sustainable development is no longer an option. Companies must adapt and change the way they operate, and finance departments have an important role to play. As one of their responsibilities is to manage the company's investments, they have a major influence on sustainability policy.

• Sustainable finance is the practice of selecting investments based on their social and environmental impact.

For example, a company that needs to deliver its products to its distributors may choose to buy electric vehicles. A company may choose not to source its raw materials from suppliers with a reputation for human exploitation. There are many ways in which a company can invest to reduce its impact. Climate change, diversity, biodiversity, waste management, clean air...

It's not just about attracting customers, it's also about attracting investors, who are increasingly concerned about sustainability and don't want to be associated with companies with a bad reputation.

• As businesses invest more and more in sustainable finance, they need skilled professionals.

If you want to work in finance and specialise in a promising sector, this is one of the best choices. While sustainability is often seen as the bare minimum for investment, assessing it requires advanced skills in the field. Choosing a sustainable finance programme will also make your future job more meaningful. Not only will you be working in an exciting sector, but you will also be making a positive impact on the world.

If you care about the environment and social issues, this is the perfect choice!

The future of sustainable finance

Sustainable finance is a developing sector and, as consumers and potential investors become more aware of environmental and social issues, many factors are becoming more influential.

For example, governments are implementing laws to reduce carbon emissions and reduce the overall impact of human activities on the environment. Companies need to comply, and sustainable finance professionals will be key players in adapting to the legislation.

Sustainable finance will continue to grow in importance with the rise of green bonds, loans that are dedicated solely for environmental projects. Risk analysts will also need to pay special attention to climate change. In the future, extreme weather events will become stronger and more frequent, threatening companies' interests. This is an important factor to consider when investing.

Social justice and equality are also an important part of sustainable finance and, as with environmental protection, consumers and stakeholders will take this into account in their decisions. Ensuring a high diversity in the board of directors, working to improve working conditions, and actively fighting racism, sexism, homophobia, transphobia and all forms of discrimination will be strategic choices for economic success, but also for building a better society.