The bond market is undergoing a deep transformation as institutional investors are increasingly attracted by a host of new financial instruments such as green bonds, sustainability-linked, social, and transition bonds. This development forms part of a broader ESG endeavour to rely on private and public sources to fund sustainable investments, to cut greenhouse gas emissions, reduce social inequalities, mitigate gender disparities and to support the economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic.
Targeted at financial supervisors, risk managers and debt management officers, this course will equip participants with the fundamental analytical toolbox needed to navigate the new world of green bond finance. The course will bridge the world of practice, regulation, and supervision through the use of a series of case-studies, analysis, and practical activities.
In terms of format, the course will be blended, meaning that it will be delivered both online (a few modules) and residentially in Florence.