Module #1 Introduction to Impact Investing Defining impact investing, its history, and its importance in creating positive social and environmental change
Module #2 Understanding the SDGs Overview of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and their relevance to impact investing
Module #3 Impact Investing Ecosystem Key players, roles, and relationships in the impact investing ecosystem
Module #4 Types of Impact Investments Exploring different types of impact investments, including ESG, SRI, and thematic investments
Module #5 Impact Measurement and Evaluation Introducing impact measurement frameworks and tools, such as IRIS and GIIRS
Module #6 Case Study:Successful Impact Investments Real-world examples of successful impact investments and their outcomes
Module #7 Impact Investing Strategies Exploring different impact investing strategies, including market-rate, concessionary, and catalytic capital approaches
Module #8 Impact Investing in Emerging Markets Challenges and opportunities of impact investing in emerging markets
Module #9 Gender Lens Investing Investing with a gender lens:why it matters and how to do it
Module #10 ESG Integration in Impact Investing Integrating environmental, social, and governance factors into impact investing decisions
Module #11 Impact Investing in Climate Change Investing in climate change mitigation and adaptation:opportunities and challenges
Module #12 Impact Investing in Education Investing in education:improving access, quality, and outcomes
Module #13 Impact Investing in Healthcare Investing in healthcare:increasing access, improving outcomes, and reducing costs
Module #14 Impact Investing in Financial Inclusion Increasing access to financial services for underserved populations
Module #15 Impact Investing in Sustainable Agriculture Investing in sustainable agriculture:improving yields, reducing waste, and promoting eco-friendly practices
Module #16 Impact Investing in Affordable Housing Investing in affordable housing:addressing the global housing shortage
Module #17 Impact Investing in Water and Sanitation Investing in water and sanitation:improving access, quality, and management
Module #18 Impact Investing in Energy Access Investing in energy access:increasing electrification rates and promoting renewable energy
Module #19 Impact Investing in Wildlife Conservation Investing in wildlife conservation:preserving biodiversity and ecosystems
Module #20 Impact Investing in Community Development Investing in community development:building resilient and thriving communities
Module #21 Challenges and Criticisms of Impact Investing Addressing common challenges and criticisms of impact investing
Module #22 Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion Planning next steps in Impact Investing for Social Good career