Description | This course explores the intersection of finance and sustainability, focusing on how financial tools and investments can support environmental objectives. The course examines sustainable investing, green bonds, and regulatory frameworks that promote the transition to a low-carbon economy. |
Learning outcomes | By the end of this course, students will be able to:
- Analyze the structure and key components of the global financial system and their interconnectedness.
- Understand the functioning of the stock market and apply fundamental principles to construct and evaluate an investment portfolio.
- Utilize financial models to interpret and predict changes in interest rates and their broader implications.
-Explore the foundations of behavioral finance and assess its influence on financial decision-making.
- Examine the causes and consequences of financial crises and their impact on global markets.
- Compare and contrast financial systems worldwide, focusing on the U.S., Italy, the EU, and Argentina and their approaches to economic stability.
- Investigate emerging trends in Green Finance, including sustainable investing, and the transformative potential of DeFi (Decentralized Finance), Blockchain, and cryptocurrencies in reshaping financial markets.
- Assess the role of sustainable business practices in achieving long-term profitability.
- Evaluate how Green Finance aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
- Design strategies for integrating sustainability into business models, investment portfolios, and financial decision-making. |
