Inclusive and Sustainable Finance

This course suite integrates financial inclusion, green finance, and sustainability principles, equipping learners to design, evaluate, and implement financial systems that promote equity, climate resilience, and sustainable growth. The curriculum caters to professionals from financial institutions, development agencies, academia, and the public sector.

  1. One-Week Certificate Courses
Course Title Duration Mode Key Learning Outcomes Skills Gained Assessment Type Suggested Fee Range (INR/USD) Industry Relevance
Introduction to Inclusive and Sustainable Finance 1 Week Online Understand the fundamentals of inclusive finance and its role in achieving sustainability. Financial Inclusion Models, ESG Basics Short Quiz ₹2,000 / $25 Foundational course for finance and sustainability professionals
Microfinance, Financial Inclusion, and Gender Empowerment 1 Week Online Learn how financial access drives inclusive development, especially for women. Microcredit Design, Impact Evaluation Case Study ₹2,000 / $25 NGOs, MFIs, gender inclusion advocates
Green Bonds and Climate Finance Instruments 1 Week Online Explore financial mechanisms supporting sustainable investment. Bond Structuring, Climate Risk Analytical Assignment ₹2,000 / $25 Banking, corporate finance, policy planning
Digital Finance and Fintech for Inclusion 1 Week Online Examine how fintech innovations promote inclusive growth and financial access. Digital Payment Systems, Data Security Practical Assessment ₹2,000 / $25 Fintech startups, financial literacy initiatives
Sustainable Banking Practices and ESG Integration 1 Week Online Learn how banks integrate ESG and climate risk in lending. ESG Risk Analysis, Sustainability Reporting Case Discussion ₹2,000 / $25 Banking professionals, ESG consultants
  1. Two-Week Certificate Courses
Course Title Duration Mode Key Learning Outcomes Skills Gained Assessment Type Suggested Fee Range (INR/USD) Industry Relevance
Financial Inclusion Strategies and Sustainable Development 2 Weeks Online Design inclusive financial systems that align with SDGs. Policy Design, Stakeholder Analysis Project Report ₹3,500 / $40 Development finance, policy institutions
Innovative Financial Instruments for Green Growth 2 Weeks Online Study new financial tools—green bonds, impact funds, carbon finance. Financial Modelling, Policy Evaluation Simulation ₹3,500 / $40 Banks, investment firms, green investors
Climate Risk Management in Financial Systems 2 Weeks Online Learn to assess and mitigate climate risks in banking portfolios. Risk Analytics, Stress Testing Risk Assessment Report ₹3,500 / $40 Central banks, financial regulators
Digital Financial Inclusion for Rural and Low-Income Populations 2 Weeks Online Explore how mobile banking and fintech bridge rural access gaps. Mobile Finance Tools, User Analytics Case Study + Report ₹3,500 / $40 NGOs, fintech innovators, microfinance
ESG Reporting and Sustainable Investment Practices 2 Weeks Online Understand ESG frameworks, disclosure requirements, and green investment standards. ESG Evaluation, Sustainability Auditing Analytical Report ₹3,500 / $40 Investment firms, regulatory bodies
  1. One-Month Certificate Courses
Course Title Duration Mode Key Learning Outcomes Skills Gained Assessment Type Suggested Fee Range (INR/USD) Industry Relevance
Applied Sustainable Finance and Impact Investing 1 Month Online Apply sustainable finance principles to real-world investment scenarios. Impact Measurement, Portfolio Analysis Case Project ₹6,000 / $70 Investors, fund managers, policy researchers
Inclusive Banking and Microfinance Management 1 Month Online Learn management principles for sustainable microfinance institutions. Credit Risk, Social Impact Evaluation Case Study + Simulation ₹6,000 / $70 MFIs, development banks, cooperatives
Fintech Innovations for Sustainability and Inclusion 1 Month Online Explore how AI, blockchain, and digital tools advance inclusive finance. Fintech Analytics, Regulatory Frameworks Tech Simulation Project ₹6,000 / $70 Fintech firms, incubators, financial startups
Climate Finance and Investment Strategies 1 Month Online Understand the mechanics of green investment portfolios. Carbon Market Analysis, Investment Design Policy Simulation ₹6,000 / $70 Banks, climate funds, ESG funds
Public Financial Management for Inclusive Growth 1 Month Online Strengthen fiscal frameworks to promote inclusion and climate adaptation. Budgeting, Expenditure Tracking Analytical Report ₹6,000 / $70 Government departments, policy think tanks
  1. Three-Month Certificate Courses
Course Title Duration Mode Key Learning Outcomes Skills Gained Assessment Type Suggested Fee Range (INR/USD) Industry Relevance
Advanced Program in Inclusive and Sustainable Finance 3 Months Online Integrate inclusive finance strategies with sustainability imperatives. Policy Integration, Evaluation Metrics Research Project ₹12,000 / $140 Ministries, development banks, research institutions
Green Banking and ESG Investment Analytics 3 Months Online Gain advanced skills in ESG data analytics and reporting systems. Data Modelling, ESG Indexing Project-Based Evaluation ₹12,000 / $140 Corporate banking, ESG consultancy
Financial Systems and Climate Resilience 3 Months Online Assess how financial systems respond to environmental and social shocks. Resilience Modelling, Policy Design Simulation Exercise ₹12,000 / $140 Regulators, international development agencies
Digital Financial Inclusion and Sustainable Fintech Solutions 3 Months Online Learn to develop digital solutions that enhance access and inclusion. AI Modelling, UX Design for Finance Prototype Development ₹12,000 / $140 Fintech startups, social finance ventures
Impact Measurement and Sustainability Reporting 3 Months Online Build expertise in measuring, reporting, and verifying financial impacts. Impact Evaluation, Disclosure Skills Project + Presentation ₹12,000 / $140 Donors, NGOs, investment firms
  1. Six-Month Diploma Courses
Course Title Duration Mode Key Learning Outcomes Skills Gained Assessment Type Suggested Fee Range (INR/USD) Industry Relevance
Diploma in Inclusive and Sustainable Finance 6 Months Online Build expertise in designing and managing inclusive financial systems aligned with sustainability goals. Inclusive Policy Design, Sustainability Metrics Capstone Project + Internship ₹25,000 / $300 Development finance institutions, banks, NGOs
Diploma in Green Finance and ESG Investment Strategies 6 Months Online Learn to structure, evaluate, and manage green and ESG portfolios. ESG Scoring, Investment Analytics Research-Based Report ₹25,000 / $300 Asset management, sustainable investing
Diploma in Fintech for Inclusive Development 6 Months Online Understand fintech solutions for expanding financial inclusion. Blockchain, Digital Banking, API Systems Applied Tech Project ₹25,000 / $300 Fintech industry, digital banking
Diploma in Climate Finance and Policy Integration 6 Months Online Integrate climate policy frameworks into national and corporate finance systems. Climate Budgeting, Carbon Accounting Policy Brief + Simulation ₹25,000 / $300 Climate ministries, finance departments
Diploma in Public and Development Finance for Sustainability 6 Months Online Strengthen public finance management systems for equitable growth. Fiscal Modelling, Expenditure Analysis Capstone Evaluation ₹25,000 / $300 Government, donor agencies, academia

Common Features Across All Courses

  • Self-paced modules
  • Ideal for: graduates, policymakers, researchers, planners, professionals, NGOs, and development practitioners
  • Mixed qualitative + quantitative learning
  • Capstone projects for advanced levels
  • STRATI certification pathway