This program combines classical investment theory with modern sustainable finance frameworks. It equips learners with the analytical, ethical, and strategic tools to manage portfolios that deliver financial performance while advancing environmental, social, and governance (ESG) goals. Aligned with SDG 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth), SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure), and SDG 13 (Climate Action), it integrates market-based innovation with responsible investment practices.
- One-Week Certificate Courses
(Fundamentals of sustainable investing and financial decision-making)
| Course Title | Duration | Mode | Key Learning Outcomes | Skills Gained | Assessment Type | Suggested Fee (INR/USD) | Industry Relevance |
| Introduction to Investment Management | 1 Week | Online | Understand investment fundamentals, asset types, and market functions | Financial literacy | Quiz | ₹2,500 / $30 | Financial services |
| Portfolio Theory and Asset Allocation | 1 Week | Online | Learn diversification, risk-return trade-offs, and efficient portfolios | Portfolio design | Assignment | ₹2,500 / $30 | Wealth management |
| ESG Investing Fundamentals | 1 Week | Online | Understand how sustainability impacts investment decisions | ESG integration | Quiz | ₹2,500 / $30 | Sustainable finance |
| Behavioral Finance and Investor Psychology | 1 Week | Online | Explore biases affecting investor behavior and portfolio decisions | Behavioral analysis | Case study | ₹2,500 / $30 | Investment advisory |
| Fixed Income and Equity Investment Basics | 1 Week | Online | Learn the basics of equity, bonds, and hybrid securities | Market analysis | Project | ₹2,500 / $30 | Capital markets |
- Two-Week Certificate Courses
(Applied portfolio techniques and sustainable investing frameworks)
| Course Title | Duration | Mode | Key Learning Outcomes | Skills Gained | Assessment Type | Suggested Fee (INR/USD) | Industry Relevance |
| Portfolio Construction and Risk Management | 2 Weeks | Online | Build optimized portfolios under different risk constraints | Quantitative analysis | Simulation | ₹4,500 / $55 | Asset management |
| Sustainable and Responsible Investment (SRI) Strategies | 2 Weeks | Online | Apply sustainability metrics to portfolio selection and performance | ESG data analytics | Project | ₹4,500 / $55 | Green investment |
| Financial Derivatives and Hedging Techniques | 2 Weeks | Online | Use futures, options, and swaps for risk management | Derivatives trading | Case study | ₹4,500 / $55 | Trading & risk control |
| Global Financial Markets and Instruments | 2 Weeks | Online | Explore the structure and operations of global capital markets | International finance | Quiz | ₹4,500 / $55 | Global finance |
| Impact Investing and Social Finance | 2 Weeks | Online | Learn to design investments for measurable social and environmental impact | Impact assessment | Capstone | ₹4,500 / $55 | ESG investment funds |
- One-Month Certificate Courses
(Integrated financial management with sustainability and innovation)
| Course Title | Duration | Mode | Key Learning Outcomes | Skills Gained | Assessment Type | Suggested Fee (INR/USD) | Industry Relevance |
| Advanced Portfolio Management | 1 Month | Online | Apply optimization and rebalancing techniques for dynamic portfolios | Portfolio modelling | Project | ₹7,000 / $85 | Investment banking |
| Equity Valuation and Fundamental Analysis | 1 Month | Online | Analyze company financials for equity investment decisions | Financial analysis | Assignment | ₹7,000 / $85 | Corporate finance |
| Fixed Income Securities and Credit Risk Analysis | 1 Month | Online | Assess bond valuation, duration, and credit risks | Risk assessment | Case study | ₹7,000 / $85 | Debt markets |
| Sustainable Investment and ESG Reporting | 1 Month | Online | Learn ESG metrics, disclosure standards, and portfolio integration | ESG reporting | Capstone | ₹7,000 / $85 | Sustainability reporting |
| Quantitative Methods for Investment Decisions | 1 Month | Online | Use statistics, regression, and optimization for investment modelling | Data analysis | Project | ₹7,000 / $85 | Quantitative finance |
- Three-Month Certificate Courses
(Advanced professional programs for finance and sustainability leaders)
| Course Title | Duration | Mode | Key Learning Outcomes | Skills Gained | Assessment Type | Suggested Fee (INR/USD) | Industry Relevance |
| Investment and Portfolio Management | 3 Months | Online | Master tools and techniques for investment management | Strategic finance | Dissertation | ₹15,000 / $175 | Asset management |
| Global Investment Strategies and Sustainable Markets | 3 Months | Online | Explore cross-border investment and ESG portfolio diversification | Global finance | Capstone | ₹15,000 / $175 | International finance |
| Sustainable Asset Management and ESG Integration | 3 Months | Online | Integrate ESG performance into asset allocation decisions | ESG strategy | Project | ₹15,000 / $175 | Green investment |
| Financial Modelling and Forecasting for Investment | 3 Months | Online | Build financial models for equity and fixed income portfolios | Excel/R modelling | Simulation | ₹15,000 / $175 | Financial analytics |
| Risk Analytics and Investment Policy | 3 Months | Online | Develop institutional investment policy frameworks | Policy design | Dissertation | ₹15,000 / $175 | Institutional finance |
- Six-Month Diploma Courses
(Comprehensive professional diplomas for financial leaders and analysts)
| Course Title | Duration | Mode | Key Learning Outcomes | Skills Gained | Assessment Type | Suggested Fee (INR/USD) | Industry Relevance |
| Diploma in Investment and Portfolio Management | 6 Months | Online | Master investment design, optimization, and sustainability integration | Investment strategy | Dissertation | ₹30,000 / $350 | Wealth management |
| Diploma in Sustainable Investment and ESG Analytics | 6 Months | Online | Combine investment analytics with sustainability evaluation frameworks | ESG analytics | Project | ₹30,000 / $350 | Green finance |
| Diploma in Global Capital Markets and Risk Management | 6 Months | Online | Analyze market volatility, derivatives, and cross-border investments | Risk management | Capstone | ₹30,000 / $350 | Global finance |
| Diploma in Quantitative Finance and Investment Analytics | 6 Months | Online | Apply data-driven approaches for portfolio decisions | Quantitative modelling | Dissertation | ₹30,000 / $350 | Data-driven finance |
| Diploma in Impact Investing and Development Finance | 6 Months | Online | Design financial instruments for social, environmental, and economic impact | Impact evaluation | Project | ₹30,000 / $350 | Development finance |
Common Features Across All Courses
- Blends modern investment strategies with ESG and sustainability principles
- Suitable for graduates, finance professionals, asset managers, and ESG researchers
- Equips learners with quantitative, analytical, and ethical investment skills
- Strong alignment with global green finance and impact investing goals
- STRATI-certified and aligned with international governance training standards
- Pathway to STRATI Advanced Diplomas and Research Fellowships
- Placement and research collaboration opportunities