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The Hong Kong Institute of Bankers

Specialist Certificate in Green Finance and Sustainability

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Thematic Area
Policies, regulation and standards
Underwriting, financing and investment
Languages
English
Cantonese
Certification
Yes
Duration
15 hours
Mode of Delivery
Blended learning
Programme Fee
HKD5,600
Financial Assistance
Pilot GSF Capacity Building Support Scheme reimbursable

About Specialist Certificate in Green Finance and Sustainability

Green Finance and Sustainability aims to develop candidates’ comprehensive knowledge, skills and understanding relating to green finance and sustainability and the relationship between green and sustainable finance and ESG. With the study of internationally-recognised as well as local banking principles and practice in the full spectrum of green finance and sustainability, together with guidelines from local regulator and case studies, learners will be able to understand how to help bank deliver its strategy, perform well at work, serve customers, communities and the wider environment to manage climate-related risk, and support the transition to a low-carbon and sustainable world with the provision of green and sustainable finance.

  • To provide an overview of Green Finance and ESG
  • Assess the latest development, governance factors, good practices and market trends in Green Finance and Sustainability to meet the transformation and changing needs in the banks and financial institutions;
  • Evaluate different factors relevant to ESG investing, the application of ESG valuation, and the ESG consideration in the investment process;
  • Apply the major green finance certifications and ESG ratings being used in the market to different development and operational processes.
Last update : 12 February 2024
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