Singapore Management University (SMU) and DBS have partnered to launch the “Sustainable Finance in Action” course.
This new programme designed to equip senior executives with the knowledge and skills needed to navigate the complexities of sustainable finance.
The four-day intensive course, running from 25-28 November 2024, will cover key areas such as green, transition, blended, and biodiversity financing, utilising a combination of academic and applied learning methods.
The “Sustainable Finance in Action” programme aims to bridge the gap between theory and practice by combining academic insights with practical applications.
Participants will engage with regional and global experts, explore real-world case studies like the Monsoon Project in Laos – a pioneering example of transition financing – and participate in field visits, such as a guided tour of Singapore’s mangrove ecosystems to understand biodiversity financing.
These experiences provide a deeper understanding of sustainable finance concepts and their applications.
The programme aligns with SMU’s commitment to sustainable living and its focus on driving solutions for climate change and sustainable development.
It also marks the first sustainable finance course offered by the SMU Executive Development Office.
Dr Flocy Joseph, Senior Deputy Director, SMU Executive Development, said,
“With today’s pressing environmental and social challenges, we are thrilled to empower leaders to navigate this landscape of disruption. This programme is designed to equip participants with the insights and tools they need to drive meaningful change within their organisations.
We invite all interested leaders to join us in this transformative programme, where they will deepen their knowledge of green finance and contribute to a more sustainable future.”
Helge Muenkel, Chief Sustainability Officer of DBS, said,
“A fast-growing number of actors globally across governments, the private and financial sector as well as society at large are embracing the need to address sustainability challenges. This has profound impact on the risks and opportunities businesses are exposed to.
Against this backdrop, it is critical to equip senior executives with a deeper understanding of this, to help them see how sustainable financing strategies can support them in driving meaningful action within their organisations and across the broader economy.”
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