Finesse Consults

IICSR Certified Sustainable Finance Practitioner (Level 1)

$435.00

This Certified Sustainable Finance Practitioner (Level 1) course equips professionals with essential skills and knowledge in sustainable finance practices and tools. Designed to provide a robust foundation in the integration of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles, this course also focuses on digitizing the execution of sustainability projects across ESG, CSR, and commercial sectors.

By completing this course, you will gain the expertise to apply cutting-edge sustainable finance tools and methodologies effectively. You will learn to seamlessly incorporate these practices into business strategies, enhancing your organization’s ability to manage and scale sustainability initiatives.

The course will also prepare you to drive revenue growth through improved project execution and innovative approaches in sustainable finance. This training not only positions you as a leader in the field but also supports your ability to contribute to meaningful and profitable sustainability outcomes.

Organized and Delivered by: International Institute for Corporate Sustainability and Responsibility (IICSR) Group
The International Society of Sustainability Professionals (ISSP)
Finesse Consults Ltd

Accredited by: International Institute for Corporate Sustainability and Responsibility (IICSR) Group
The International Society of Sustainability Professionals (ISSP)

Course Content:

  • Sustainability systems thinking
  • Energy transition
  • Sustainability disclosure frameworks
  • Transactional carbon accounting
  • Natural capital and biodiversity
  • Non-financial reporting
  • Sustainable bonds market

Learning Outcome: Upon completing the Certified Sustainable Finance Practitioner (Level 1) course, you will:

  • Apply Sustainability Systems Thinking: Develop a holistic understanding of systems thinking to address interconnected environmental, social, and economic factors in sustainable finance.
  • Navigate Energy Transition: Understand the key drivers and technologies of the global energy transition and create investment strategies for renewable energy projects.
  • Implement Sustainability Disclosure Frameworks: Effectively utilize major sustainability disclosure standards (such as GRI, SASB, and TCFD) and ensure organizational compliance with these frameworks.
  • Conduct Transactional Carbon Accounting: Apply carbon accounting principles and methodologies to accurately track and report carbon emissions associated with transactions and projects.
  • Assess Natural Capital and Biodiversity: Evaluate the role of natural capital and biodiversity in financial contexts and use valuation techniques to integrate these considerations into decision-making.
  • Master Non-Financial Reporting: Understand the importance of non-financial reporting and apply best practices to communicate organizational sustainability performance effectively.
  • Analyze the Sustainable Bonds Market: Gain insights into the sustainable bonds market, including green, social, and sustainability bonds, and analyze investment opportunities and trends.

Targeted Audience:

  • ESG and Sustainability Professionals
  • Finance Professionals
  • Independent Consultants
  • Researchers and Academicians

Cohort Schedule and Delivery:

  • Course Duration: 10 Hours
  • Mode of Delivery: Weekend virtual Instructor-led (on Zoom), 2 Hours per day for 2 Weeks.
  • Inquire about our next intake: inquiries@finesseconsults.co

Facilitators:

  • Christian Butzlaff
    Chief Sustainability Solution Architect at SAP
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  • Alán Bonilla
    Director at S&P Global Ratings, Sustainable Finance Expert
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