This course focuses on how companies can play a central role in integrating sustainability into (corporate) finance, creating long-term value for both business and society.
You will learn to incorporate social and environmental value alongside financial value using established corporate finance methods. Over time, you will see how these values can align, enabling companies to drive positive impact while addressing financial challenges.
What to expect?
This course combines theory and practice, offering you a comprehensive learning experience. You’ll engage with foundational concepts, follow practical calculations, and observe how these ideas are applied to real-world cases.
Dynamic videos and expert discussions bring the material to life, while quizzes reinforce your understanding. For those who want to delve deeper, additional readings are available.
Course structure
The course is organized into modules covering the following key themes:
- The Company within Social and Planetary Boundaries
- Integrated Value Creation
- Discount Rates & Value Calculation
- Investment Decisions
- Valuing Bonds & Equity
- Integrated Value Case Study
- Risk-Return Analysis & Cost of Capital
- Capital Markets
- Capital Structure
- Mergers & Acquisitions
Through these modules, you’ll deepen your understanding of sustainable corporate finance principles and learn how to apply them effectively to create long-term value.
Target Audience
This course is tailored for finance students, finance professionals, and anyone with a strong interest in sustainable finance. While no specific prior knowledge is required, some familiarity with corporate finance is desirable to fully grasp the topics discussed. Completing the Principles of Sustainable Finance course offered by Erasmus University Rotterdam is also highly recommended, as it provides essential context and foundational concepts to deepen your understanding of this course.
Learning Objectives
The Sustainable Corporate Finance course equips learners with the skills to integrate sustainability into financial strategies and models, driving long-term value for businesses and stakeholders. Participants will learn how to align financial decisions with sustainability goals and regulations, gaining practical insights through case studies and expert industry guidance.
