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Medium Of InstructionsMode Of LearningMode Of Delivery
EnglishSelf Study, Virtual ClassroomVideo and Text Based

Course Overview

The ESG Investing (Online) course is a study about the strategies and techniques associated with investing sustainably and the concepts of financial analysis and risk assessment. The course on ‘ESG Investing’ is provided by the online platform in collaboration with the Emeritus Columbia Business School Executive Education. The online course is scheduled for seven weeks and the students are expected to spend four to six hours per week. 

The course study is guided by the academicians, Shivaram Rajgopal (Professor of accounting and auditing at the Columbia Business School) and the guest speaker, Aniket Shah. The program will provide an overview of different asset classes for sustainable investing, the important controlling factors of ESG investing, merging of ESG influential aspects into investment analysis, investors’ perspectives on risks of climate change, and ways to turn that for capital allotment and many more.

The ESG Investing (Online) training is focussed on finance and sustainability with the study on principles of investment, financial assessment, and valuation. 

The Highlights

  • Online mode
  • Seven weeks program
  • Four to six hours per week
  • Flexible payment options
  • Live sessions
  • Course certificate

Programme Offerings

  • course videos
  • LIVE Webinars
  • Online Classroom
  • Case Studies
  • Testimonials
  • Weekly Assignments
  • Peer Learning Feedback
  • Support team
  • Mobile Learning App
  • course certificate

Courses and Certificate Fees

Certificate AvailabilityCertificate Providing Authority
yesColumbia Business School, New York

The students can join the ‘ESG Investing (Online)’ course after completing the payment for the program. The students are allowed to pay the course fee in up to three installments.

ESG Investing (Online) fee structure

Course fee(Without Referral) 

US $2,600

Discounted fee (for limited time)

US $2,392

With Referral

US $260 off on the course fee


Eligibility Criteria

Certificate qualifying details

The ESG Investing (Online) program provides the students with a course certificate after completion of the course.

What you will learn

LeadershipFinancial knowledgeFinancial ManagementKnowledge of EconomicsBusiness Management

The ESG Investing (Online) syllabus is developed for the students to learn about the following aspects,

  • The beginning of the stakeholder movement that impacts the ESG investing.
  • Use the ESG reporting structures that are suitable for the industry.
  • Evaluate the ratings of ESG and supplementary data for effective investment decisions.
  • The response of establishments and firms to climate change risk.
  • Utilize the ESG data for stock picks and decisions for portfolio allocations.
  • Predict the future of ESG investments and their development.

Who it is for

The ESG Investing (Online) classes are designed for the senior executives who involve with the sustainability aspects of the firm’s financial and investment decisions. The individuals with the knowledge of corporate finance, investment banking, and management such as Vice President, Financial Analyst, Financial Advisor, Investment Banker, Investment Manager, advisors, and directors associated with consultants, financial management, reporting, and risk management. The ESG Investing (Online) benefits product innovation specialists, private bankers, and investment banking analysts.


Admission Details

The students who are interested in applying for the ‘ESG Investing (Online)’ certification program can register online as the following steps,

Step 1: Find the course page on the website using the link below,

https://online1.gsb.columbia.edu/esg-investing

Step 2: Click on the ‘Apply Now’ link on the course page.

Step 3: Fill in the required information and complete the registration.

Application Details

The applicants should create a course account by entering their name, email address, phone number, and country name or can sign in to the course with their Google, Facebook, or Linkedin ID.

The Syllabus

  • Examine the origins of the stakeholder movement, which forms the basis for ESG investing.

  • Choose an ESG reporting framework that is appropriate for your industry
  • How ESG ratings are calculated.

  • Analyze ESG ratings and supplementary data to ensure sound investment decisions.

  • Identify the risks associated with climate change
  • Understand how organizations are responding to climate risk
  • Determine whether climate risk is reflected in asset prices.

  • Analyze claims made by both funds and organizations about their sustainability efforts 
  • Examine how organizations deal with transition risk.

  • Delve into the future of ESG investing 
  • Examine the three pillars of sustainable investing: intangibles, climate, and sustainability-based products.

Instructors

Columbia Business School, New York Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)

1: Which university/institution offers the course on ‘ESG Investing (Online)’?

The course is provided by the Columbia Business School Executive Education.

2: What is the duration of the ‘ESG Investing (Online)’ program?

The course is organized for seven weeks with the students expected to spend four to six hours every day.

3: What are the prerequisites for the ‘ESG Investing (Online)’ certification program?

There are no prerequisites for this course.

4: Can I pay the course fee in installments?

Yes, you can pay the course fee in up to three installments.

5: Will I receive a course certificate for the ‘ESG Investing (Online)’ training course?

Yes, you will be issued a certificate after completing the course.

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