Investment and Portfolio Management, Policy, and Sustainability

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.

  1. 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
  1. 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
  1. 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
  1. 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
  1. 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