Line of research: Finance

Companies and investors are increasingly focused on generating a positive impact on people and planet in addition to delivering financial returns. This course is focused on the theoretical and applied aspects of what is known as sustainable and impact investing. We will cover how the industry works, the key players and investment strategies, as well as the ways in which sustainable and impact investing differs from traditional investing. In addition to key concepts such as ESG which are integrated into the entire course, this course also explores important concepts such as impact investing, the challenges of performance measurement, and portfolio construction. This class is intended for all students with an interest in the material, including those without previous finance experience. Please note that the course is mainly focused on institutional investing, though many of the concepts are applicable for individual investors as well.