Advanced Certificate in Fintech, Sustainable and Ethical Finance Module 4: Green Financing and Investment Instruments
- Finance & Investment
- Innovation & Business Improvement
This module is conducted in-person.
2 Full Days (Weekdays)
Who Should Attend
- Individuals including financial professionals interested in integrating green finance into sustainability strategies
- Entrepreneurs and business owners interested in leveraging green finance for sustainable business development and growth
PREREQUISITES
There are no prerequisites for this programme. Prior knowledge on any of the topics is not required.
Overview
With Singapore’s role as a proponent of sustainable development and a global financial hub, it is crucial for enterprises to be strategically positioned to bolster a more sustainable economy and drive Asia's transition towards achieving net-zero goals. With the exploration of financial instruments, market trends and strategies used to support environmental sustainability, green financing contributes to sustainable development and the transition to a low-carbon economy.
Module 4 aims to equip participants with an understanding of green financing strategies, including impact investing solutions and green trade finance. Participants will explore green bonds, sustainable loans, and how to measure their impact effectively. Additionally, they will gain insights into the factors driving digital transformation in green finance, how financial institutions can support Asia's climate risk financing needs and craft strategies to meet the rising demand for sustainable investment options in the region.
Learning Objectives
At the end of the 2-day module, participants will be able to:
- Define green financing, impact investing solutions and green trade finance
- Learn about green and sustainability-linked bonds and loans
- Identify the factors propelling the digital transformation in green finance, such as regulatory changes, market demand, and technological advancements
- Gain awareness of how financial institutions (FIs) can support Asia’s artificial intelligene climate risk financing needs and reinsurance solutions
- Craft strategies to meet the growing demand for sustainable investment options
Assessment
As part of the requirement for SkillsFuture Singapore, there will be an assessment conducted at the end of the course. The mode of assessment, which is up to the trainer’s discretion, may be an online quiz, a presentation or based on classroom exercises.
Participants are required to attain a minimum of 75% attendance and pass the associated assessment in order to receive a digital Certificate of Completion issued by Singapore Management University.
Calculate Programme Fee
Fee Table
| COMPANY-SPONSORED | |||
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PARTICIPANT PROFILE |
SELF-SPONSORED |
SME |
NON-SME |
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Singapore Citizen < 40 years old Permanent Resident LTVP+
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$654 (After SSG Funding 70%) |
$254 (After SSG Funding 70% |
$654 (After SSG Funding 70%) |
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Singapore Citizen ≥ 40 years old |
$254 (After SSG Funding 70% |
$254 (After SSG Funding 70% |
$254 (After SSG Funding 70% |
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International Participant |
$2,180 (No Funding) |
$2,180 (No Funding) |
$2,180 (No Funding) |
All prices include 9% GST
Please note that the programme fees are subject to change without prior notice.
Post Secondary Education Account (PSEA)
PSEA can be utilised for subsidised programmes eligible for SkillsFuture Credit support. Click here to find out more.
Self Sponsored
SkillsFuture Credit
Singapore Citizens aged 25 and above may use their SkillsFuture Credits to pay for the course fees. The credits may be used on top of existing course fee funding.
This is only applicable to self-sponsored participants. Application to utilise SkillsFuture Credits can be submitted when making payment for the course via the SMU Academy TMS Portal, and can only be made within 60 days of course start date.
Please click here for more information on the SkillsFuture Credit. For help in submitting an SFC claim, you may wish to refer to our step-by-step guide on claiming SkillsFuture Credits (Individual).Workfare Skills Support Scheme
From 1 July 2023, the Workfare Skills Support (WSS) scheme has been enhanced. Please click here for more details.
Company Sponsored
Enhanced Training Support for SMEs (ETSS)
- Organisation must be registered or incorporated in Singapore
- Employment size of not more than 200 or with annual sales turnover of not more than $100 million
- Trainees must be hired in accordance with the Employment Act and fully sponsored by their employers for the course
- Trainees must be Singapore Citizens or Singapore Permanent Residents
- Trainees must not be a full-time national serviceman
- Trainees are eligible for ETSS funding only if their company's SME status is approved prior to the course commencement date. To verify your SME's status, please click here.
Please click here for more information on ETSS.
Absentee Payroll
Companies who sponsor their employees for the course may apply for Absentee Payroll here. For more information, please refer to:
AP Guide (Non-SME Companies)
Declaration Guide (SME Companies)
Intake Information
This module is conducted in-person.
| Course | Dates |
|---|---|
| INTAKE 1 | 7 - 8 Aug 2025 [Open for Registration] |
*Online registration will close 5 calendar days before the course start date
