Sustainability at Our Core: Uncovering ESG Investing
About this course
Course objectives
Being able to incorporate environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors into investment decisions is becoming an increasingly important skill for anyone working in the investment industry.This 1-day instructor-led course provides an overview of the different approaches towards ESG investing and the understanding of ESG factors' impact in the investment process. It is suitable for anyone working in front or back offices and adjacent roles — including sales and distribution, wealth management, product development, financial advice, consulting, risk — as well as anyone looking to improve their understanding of ESG issues.
Course description
Professionals who complete this course will be able to: 1. Describe the ESG factors that may affect industry and company performance, and security valuation across a range of asset classes.2. Explain the various approaches to ESG analysis and integration across a range of asset classes.3. Discuss the inclusion of sustainability factors in the portfolio construction process.