Overview
The Specialist Certificate in Sustainable Finance is designed to equip learners with foundational knowledge and practical understanding of sustainability issues within a financial and business context. As environmental, social, and governance (ESG) considerations increasingly influence corporate strategy, investment decisions, and regulatory frameworks, finance professionals must be able to incorporate sustainability principles into financial analysis and decision-making.
This certificate provides a structured introduction to sustainability, ethics, and legal considerations, sustainable development finance, and sustainable investing. Learners will develop an understanding of how sustainability objectives interact with financial performance, risk management, and long-term value creation. Emphasis is placed on practical applications, policy and regulatory contexts, and real-world case studies relevant to financial institutions and capital markets.
This certificate is suitable for individuals seeking to develop competencies in sustainable finance, as well as finance professionals aiming to incorporate sustainability considerations into their professional roles. Upon completion, learners will be better prepared to engage with sustainability-related financial analysis, investment evaluation, and responsible finance initiatives.
Curriculum
The specialist certificate consists of 3 courses, which can be completed within 1 year.
| Course | Skill |
|---|---|
| BUS308 Sustainability, Ethics and Law | Understand sustainability principles, ethical considerations, and legal frameworks relevant to business and finance. |
| FIN209 Finance for Sustainable Development | Understand the role of finance in supporting sustainable development objectives and long-term economic growth. |
Students need to complete FIN209 before taking FIN324 | Analyse investments using sustainability and ESG considerations alongside financial criteria. |
Industry Relevance
The specialist certificate is aligned with the Skills Framework for Financial Services, which is developed by the Institute of Banking and Finance Singapore (IBF), Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS), SkillsFuture Singapore (SSG), and Workforce Singapore (WSG).
Eligibility
The specialist certificate is open to CET students as well as students enrolled in an undergraduate programme.
- At least 18 years of age.
- GCE A-Level with two passes (prior to 2006) or two H2 passes (from 2006), local polytechnic diploma, International Baccalaureate (IB) diploma, or NUS High School diploma.
- Applicants with a ITE diploma or other diploma qualifications plus an acceptable SAT or ACT (with writing) score may be considered for admission on a case by case basis.
- If not, at least 5 GCE O-Level passes and an interview.
Fees
Please click here for the course fees. SkillsFuture Credit and other schemes may be used to offset the course fees.
The application fee is $60 (before GST) for first-time CET applications, which is non-refundable.
Completion
To attain the specialist certificate, students need to pass all the courses. Students are encouraged to complete all the courses within 3 years.
Upon meeting the requirements, CET students can apply for the certificate and go on to pursue BSc Finance. Only courses with at least a C grade can stack towards the bachelor's degree.
Students enrolled in BSc Finance will be automatically issued the certificate upon meeting the requirements.
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