Do you want to improve your ESG and Sustainable investing credentials? Research IP has compiled a list of educational resources to help you stand out from the crowd.
Sustainable Investing Primer, co-built with the CFA Institute
This 2 hour training covers the fundamentals of climate change and the mainstreaming of sustainability, an introduction to ESG analysis and the concept of materiality, different approaches to sustainable investing (stewardship, best-in-class, etc.), and finishes with a section on greenwashing and the ways to assess sustainability credentials (through rankings, regulations, labels).
Link for the BNP Paribas course is here.
Sustainable Investing Advanced
This 4 hour training course is an in-depth e-learning experience following BNP Paribas Asset Management’s five pillars of sustainable investing. The course will go into detail about the tools, challenges, and opportunities behind ESG investing and looks into ESG integration, stewardship, exclusions, and sustainable investing products.
Link for the BNP Paribas course is here.
Candriam Academy
Candriam brings together subject matter experts from around the world to deliver an educational program through an immersive digital experience using various video and visual aids. As a guarantee of quality, the courses are accredited to the highest educational standards. When you complete the training, you’ll receive a certificate that you can store within your account.
Link for the Candriam Academy is here.
Bloomberg for Education
The Bloomberg ESG Certificate is a self-paced, interactive e-learning course that shows learners how to implement ESG strategies and prepare ESG reports for regulators through the lens of a fictitious buy-side asset management firm.
Link for Bloomberg for Education is here.
CFA Institute | ESG Investing Certification
The CFA Institute Certificate in ESG Investing offers you both practical application and technical knowledge in the fast-growing field of ESG investing. The certificate and learning materials were developed by leading practitioners for practitioners, and have been recognized by the UN Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI), an independent body that seeks to encourage investors to use responsible investment to enhance returns and better manage business risks.
Link for the CFA Certificate in ESG Investing is here.
Principles for Responsible Investment I PRI Academy
The Academy’s global curriculum creates a body of knowledge and common language designed to upskill teams and professionals across investment and capital markets.
Link for the PRI Academy is here.
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