This vertical builds expertise in sustainable finance instruments, ESG investing, climate risk management, and green banking innovation — linking financial systems with sustainability goals and just transition pathways.
- One-Week Certificate Courses
(Introductory & Awareness Level)
| Course Title | Duration | Mode | Key Learning Outcomes | Skills Gained | Assessment Type | Suggested Fee (INR/USD) | Industry Relevance |
| Introduction to Sustainable Finance | 1 Week | Online | Understand how finance drives sustainable development | Sustainability finance literacy | Quiz | ₹2,500 / $30 | Finance & policy |
| Principles of Green Banking | 1 Week | Online | Learn fundamentals of environmentally responsible banking | Green finance basics | Assignment | ₹2,500 / $30 | Banking & fintech |
| ESG Investing and Responsible Capital | 1 Week | Online | Explore ESG principles in investment decisions | ESG screening | Reflection | ₹2,500 / $30 | Investment management |
| Climate Finance and Risk Management | 1 Week | Online | Understand climate-related financial risks and opportunities | Risk analysis | Quiz | ₹2,500 / $30 | Financial sector |
| Sustainable Financial Instruments | 1 Week | Online | Learn about green bonds, sustainability loans, and carbon credits | Financial innovation | Report | ₹2,500 / $30 | Corporate & policy finance |
- Two-Week Certificate Courses
(Applied Financial Policy & Institutional Integration Level)
| Course Title | Duration | Mode | Key Learning Outcomes | Skills Gained | Assessment Type | Suggested Fee (INR/USD) | Industry Relevance |
| ESG Risk Analysis and Investment Strategies | 2 Weeks | Online | Learn methods for evaluating ESG investment risks | Impact analysis | Project | ₹3,500 / $40 | Investment & banking |
| Financing the Green Transition | 2 Weeks | Online | Examine green bonds, climate funds, and transition finance | Sustainable financing | Report | ₹3,500 / $40 | Public & private finance |
| Impact Investing and Social Entrepreneurship | 2 Weeks | Online | Link social outcomes with financial returns | Impact measurement | Case study | ₹3,500 / $40 | Social finance |
| Climate Risk Disclosure and TCFD Reporting | 2 Weeks | Online | Apply Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD) principles | Reporting skills | Assignment | ₹3,500 / $40 | ESG reporting |
| Banking Innovation and Sustainability | 2 Weeks | Online | Study digital tools, fintech, and sustainability in finance | Innovation strategy | Project | ₹3,500 / $40 | Banking & fintech |
- One-Month Certificate Courses
(Professional & Strategic Finance Level)
| Course Title | Duration | Mode | Key Learning Outcomes | Skills Gained | Assessment Type | Suggested Fee (INR/USD) | Industry Relevance |
| Green Bonds, Carbon Markets, and Climate Finance | 1 Month | Online | Learn mechanisms and global trends in green and carbon finance | Financial product design | Capstone | ₹7,000 / $85 | Finance & policy |
| Sustainable Investment and Portfolio Management | 1 Month | Online | Design sustainable and responsible investment portfolios | Portfolio analysis | Project | ₹7,000 / $85 | Asset management |
| ESG Data, Metrics, and Reporting | 1 Month | Online | Learn how to collect and analyze ESG data for disclosure | ESG analytics | Case study | ₹7,000 / $85 | Corporate ESG teams |
| Blended Finance for Development Projects | 1 Month | Online | Explore financing models combining public and private capital | Structuring finance | Report | ₹7,000 / $85 | Development banking |
| Sustainable Banking Operations and Strategy | 1 Month | Online | Integrate sustainability into bank operations and lending practices | Operational design | Assignment | ₹7,000 / $85 | Banking institutions |
- Three-Month Certificate Courses
(Advanced Practitioner & Policy Integration Level)
| Course Title | Duration | Mode | Key Learning Outcomes | Skills Gained | Assessment Type | Suggested Fee (INR/USD) | Industry Relevance |
| Advanced ESG Investment Analysis | 3 Months | Online | Evaluate ESG portfolios and sustainability metrics | Data-driven finance | Dissertation | ₹12,000 / $150 | Investment management |
| Climate Finance Policy and Global Governance | 3 Months | Online | Study international frameworks and institutions in climate finance | Policy literacy | Report | ₹12,000 / $150 | Public policy |
| Sustainable Banking and Financial Innovation | 3 Months | Online | Explore new banking models for green finance inclusion | Fintech & innovation | Capstone | ₹12,000 / $150 | Banking innovation |
| Corporate Sustainability Accounting and Reporting | 3 Months | Online | Apply GRI, SASB, IFRS S1 & S2 standards for disclosure | Accounting compliance | Project | ₹12,000 / $150 | Corporate ESG teams |
| Risk, Regulation, and Compliance in Sustainable Finance | 3 Months | Online | Understand legal, ethical, and compliance frameworks | Regulatory management | Case study | ₹12,000 / $150 | Regulatory agencies |
- Six-Month Diploma Courses
(Comprehensive Strategic and Institutional Finance Level)
| Course Title | Duration | Mode | Key Learning Outcomes | Skills Gained | Assessment Type | Suggested Fee (INR/USD) | Industry Relevance |
| Diploma in Sustainable Finance and Green Investment | 6 Months | Online | Master sustainable finance principles and investment tools | Strategic finance | Dissertation | ₹27,000 / $320 | Banking & investment |
| Diploma in Climate Finance and Policy Innovation | 6 Months | Online | Design policy tools and financial mechanisms for climate action | Policy strategy | Capstone | ₹27,000 / $320 | Climate policy & development |
| Diploma in ESG Investing and Risk Management | 6 Months | Online | Build ESG-integrated investment and compliance systems | Risk analytics | Report | ₹27,000 / $320 | ESG & asset management |
| Diploma in Green Banking and Sustainable Financial Systems | 6 Months | Online | Integrate sustainability into banking institutions and operations | Bank strategy | Project | ₹27,000 / $320 | Banking & regulatory |
| Diploma in Impact Finance and Development Economics | 6 Months | Online | Combine finance, impact measurement, and development outcomes | Impact analysis | Dissertation | ₹27,000 / $320 | Development finance institutions |
Cross-Cutting Features
- Based on UNEP FI Principles for Responsible Banking, UN Global Compact Finance Initiative, and OECD Green Finance Guidelines
- Combines financial innovation, ESG management, and sustainability leadership
- Ideal for graduates, finance professionals, bankers, economists, policymakers, and ESG analysts
- STRATI-certified for Sustainable Finance and Green Investment Leadership
- Emphasizes climate-aligned finance, ESG integration, and responsible investing
- Placement and research collaboration opportunities
- Pathway to STRATI Advanced Diplomas and Research Fellowships