This advanced thematic cluster equips professionals, researchers, and policymakers with the tools to understand, design, and manage carbon markets, pricing instruments, and investment frameworks that promote low-carbon transitions. It connects economic theory with practical mechanisms such as emissions trading systems (ETS), carbon taxes, and voluntary carbon markets (VCMs), while aligning with broader sustainability goals. Aligned with SDG 7 (Clean Energy), SDG 12 (Responsible Consumption), SDG 13 (Climate Action), and SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals), this program empowers learners to lead climate-finance innovation globally.
- One-Week Certificate Courses
(Introductory courses for policymakers, business professionals, and climate learners)
| Course Title | Duration | Mode | Key Learning Outcomes | Skills Gained | Assessment Type | Suggested Fee (INR/USD) | Industry Relevance |
| Introduction to Carbon Markets and Pricing | 1 Week | Online | Understand the fundamentals of carbon markets and carbon pricing | Climate finance literacy | Quiz | ₹2,500 / $30 | Climate economics |
| Carbon Pricing Instruments: Taxes and Trading | 1 Week | Online | Learn mechanisms like carbon taxes, ETS, and offsets | Economic tools | Quiz | ₹2,500 / $30 | Policy and regulation |
| Voluntary Carbon Markets (VCMs): Global Trends | 1 Week | Online | Explore corporate carbon offsetting and voluntary markets | Market understanding | Case study | ₹2,500 / $30 | Corporate sustainability |
| Carbon Credits and Climate Investments | 1 Week | Online | Study investment mechanisms through carbon credits and green assets | Investment literacy | Quiz | ₹2,500 / $30 | Financial institutions |
| Role of Carbon Markets in Net-Zero Transitions | 1 Week | Online | Link carbon pricing to national net-zero strategies | Policy integration | Quiz | ₹2,500 / $30 | Energy & climate policy |
- Two-Week Certificate Courses
(Applied short-term programs for industry and government professionals)
| Course Title | Duration | Mode | Key Learning Outcomes | Skills Gained | Assessment Type | Suggested Fee (INR/USD) | Industry Relevance |
| Designing and Operating Emissions Trading Systems (ETS) | 2 Weeks | Online | Learn design principles and governance of ETS | Market design | Project | ₹4,500 / $55 | Climate regulation |
| Carbon Market Regulation and Compliance Mechanisms | 2 Weeks | Online | Study legal and compliance frameworks of carbon trading | Policy compliance | Assignment | ₹4,500 / $55 | Environmental law |
| Carbon Accounting and Verification Methods | 2 Weeks | Online | Apply GHG accounting and MRV methodologies | Data measurement | Quiz + Project | ₹4,500 / $55 | Corporate sustainability |
| Carbon Tax Policy and Economic Impacts | 2 Weeks | Online | Assess the design and socio-economic effects of carbon taxes | Economic modeling | Case study | ₹4,500 / $55 | Public finance |
| Investing in Carbon Assets and Green Portfolios | 2 Weeks | Online | Build investment strategies for carbon-linked instruments | Portfolio management | Project | ₹4,500 / $55 | ESG finance |
- One-Month Certificate Courses
(Professional-level programs blending policy, finance, and climate analytics)
| Course Title | Duration | Mode | Key Learning Outcomes | Skills Gained | Assessment Type | Suggested Fee (INR/USD) | Industry Relevance |
| Carbon Market Policy and Governance | 1 Month | Online | Learn to design and manage carbon trading systems | Policy development | Capstone | ₹7,000 / $85 | Climate governance |
| Carbon Pricing Strategies for Net-Zero Economies | 1 Month | Online | Develop integrated approaches to decarbonization through pricing | Policy analysis | Project | ₹7,000 / $85 | Energy transition |
| Corporate Carbon Accounting and Reporting | 1 Month | Online | Learn to report carbon footprints under global frameworks | MRV systems | Assignment | ₹7,000 / $85 | Corporate ESG |
| Financialization of Carbon and Green Assets | 1 Month | Online | Examine carbon as a tradable commodity and investment class | Financial modeling | Report | ₹7,000 / $85 | Climate finance |
| Climate Policy Instruments and Global Cooperation | 1 Month | Online | Explore the interaction of carbon markets and climate diplomacy | Policy integration | Case study | ₹7,000 / $85 | International policy |
- Three-Month Certificate Courses
(Advanced certifications combining economic theory and practical mechanisms)
| Course Title | Duration | Mode | Key Learning Outcomes | Skills Gained | Assessment Type | Suggested Fee (INR/USD) | Industry Relevance |
| Global Carbon Market Design and Operation | 3 Months | Online | Examine regional and international carbon trading systems (EU, UK, China) | Market governance | Capstone | ₹15,000 / $175 | International climate policy |
| Carbon Taxation and Fiscal Policy for Green Growth | 3 Months | Online | Design fiscal policies that integrate carbon pricing | Policy modeling | Dissertation | ₹15,000 / $175 | Public finance |
| Carbon Offsetting and Climate Investment Strategies | 3 Months | Online | Develop and evaluate offset projects for investors | Investment management | Project | ₹15,000 / $175 | Impact investment |
| Data Analytics for Carbon Markets and MRV Systems | 3 Months | Online | Use AI and digital tools for carbon market analysis | Data analytics | Report | ₹15,000 / $175 | Climate tech |
| Policy Innovation for Carbon Neutral Economies | 3 Months | Online | Develop integrated net-zero and green investment policies | Policy design | Dissertation | ₹15,000 / $175 | Government & NGOs |
- Six-Month Diploma Courses
(Leadership programs for climate policy, finance, and sustainability professionals)
| Course Title | Duration | Mode | Key Learning Outcomes | Skills Gained | Assessment Type | Suggested Fee (INR/USD) | Industry Relevance |
| Diploma in Carbon Markets and Pricing Mechanisms | 6 Months | Online | Master global and national carbon pricing frameworks | Policy leadership | Dissertation | ₹30,000 / $350 | Climate policy |
| Diploma in Carbon Finance and Green Investment | 6 Months | Online | Build capacity for climate project investment and funding | Financial management | Capstone | ₹30,000 / $350 | Green finance |
| Diploma in Carbon Accounting, MRV, and Reporting | 6 Months | Online | Learn detailed MRV systems and carbon disclosure practices | Technical reporting | Project | ₹30,000 / $350 | Corporate ESG |
| Diploma in Policy Design for Carbon Neutral Economies | 6 Months | Online | Formulate low-carbon policies and transition strategies | Strategic policy | Dissertation | ₹30,000 / $350 | Public policy |
| Diploma in International Carbon Markets and Climate Diplomacy | 6 Months | Online | Engage with global carbon trade, UNFCCC systems, and negotiation frameworks | Climate diplomacy | Capstone | ₹30,000 / $350 | International governance |
Common Features Across All Courses
- Builds advanced competencies in carbon market design, MRV, and pricing policy
- Integrates finance, regulation, and diplomacy for climate-smart economies
- Offers real-world learning on ETS, carbon trading, and green investment
- Ideal for graduates, climate policymakers, corporate ESG leaders, researchers, and finance professionals
- STRATI-certified and aligned with international governance training standards
- Pathway to STRATI Advanced Diplomas and Research Fellowships
- Placement and research collaboration opportunities