COMMERCE 3FL3 - Sustainable and Social Finance

3 unit(s)

Students will discuss how financial markets can play a socially-beneficial role. How public companies play a role in creating a more sustainable world. What role endowments play in the success of the nonprofit sector. The role socially-responsible businesses, impact investments and green bonds play in helping to improve social outcomes. A major focus will be learning to evaluate public companies from an Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) perspective. ESG has become a critical skill set in evaluating investments.
Prerequisite(s): COMMERCE 2FA3 or ECON 2I03 or IBH 2BB3; and registration in level III or above in any Bachelor of Commerce or Engineering and Management program or relevant minor (see Faculty Note 2.)