Course description
Diploma in Green and Sustainable Finance
The Diploma in Green and Sustainable Finance combines core banking principles and practice with those of green and sustainable finance. By studying the Diploma banking professionals will build the knowledge and skills needed to tackle the collective challenge of climate-related risks. The Diploma aims to:
- Develop the learner's knowledge, understanding and skills relating to green and sustainable finance and those relating to the business of banking in a digital age;
- Provide an overview of, and introduction to, the underpinning science, principles and practice of the field;
- Increase the learner’s knowledge and understanding of the range of green and sustainable products and services in the banking, investment and insurance sectors;
- Increase awareness of the role of the finance sector and finance professionals in supporting the transition to a low-carbon world.
- Integrates core banking principles and practice with learning about the forces that are transforming the way we bank;
- Examine how banks are responding to meeting the changing expectations of customers in an increasingly competitive environment;
- How sustainable banking is changing what it means to be a professional in banking.
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Suitability - Who should attend?
There are no formal entry requirements, however, you must be willing to put in the necessary study hours. No prior knowledge of the green and sustainable finance sector is assumed.
Outcome / Qualification etc.
Upon completion, learners will be entitled to use the designation "Green and Sustainable Finance Professional TM".
Training Course Content
Green and Sustainable Finance
- Introduces green and sustainable finance in the context of retail, commercial and wholesale banking, central and development banks, insurance and investment sectors;
- Covers the science of climate change and the role of the financial system in the natural world;
- Global, international and national policy, regulatory and industry responses to support flows of finance for sustainable growth;
- Identifying, disclosing and reporting climate-related financial risks, and other environmental and sustainability risks;
- Introduces key sustainable finance frameworks/principles (e.g. UN SDGs, PRI/PRB, TCFD, Green Bond and Green Loan Principles;
- Supporting customers in their transition to sustainability;
- Overview of green and sustainable FinTech;
- Ethical dimensions of green and sustainable finance, and the role of Green and Sustainable Finance Professionals.
Professional and Responsible Banking in a Digital Age
Develops understanding and appreciation of the banking sector, critical to effective performance. Topics studied include:
- Banks and Banking in a Digital Age;
- Serving Customers: Products, Services and Distribution Channels;
- Principles and Practice of Bank Lending;
- Bank Risks;
- The Legal and Regulatory Environment;
- Professionalism and Ethics in Banking.
Course delivery details
- Guided self-study supported by a wide range of interactive e-learning units and knowledge checks;
- Modules are assessed by an online examination, conducted via remote invigilation;
- Each module can be completed in as little as 12 weeks. Registration lasts for 1 year, so you can also work through at your own pace;
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Expenses
The Diploma costs £860 per candidate, including all learning materials and the first sitting of your exam;
In order to study the Diploma in Green and Sustainable Finance you must become a member of the Institute. An annual subscription fee of £30.00 will be payable upon registration as part of the enrolment fees. Upon completing the first module, learners will become Certificated members of the Institute and the subscription fee is £60.00.