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ESG in Finance – II stopień

ESG in Finance – II stopień

Major Program

ESG in Finance

College

College of Economics, Finance and Law 

Institute

Intitute of Finance 

Degree level

Master’s  program 

Academic degree

Master of Science, Msc 

Form of study

Full time/part time 

Language of instruction

English 

Student Service Centre

KUE Student Service Centre 

Description of the field of study

The master’s degree program in ESG in finance deals with the theoretical and practical aspects of the functioning of companies and other financial institutions in the environment of changes related to the environment of environmental challenges. In the financial sector, environmental aspects and non-financial reporting in the sector of finance are an increasingly important part of risk management in finance. The studies provide an in-depth knowledge of the principles and mechanisms shaping the international ESG environment in finance and help to understand the increasingly complex reality around us. They discuss at an advanced level the main theories and issues related to the application of ESG in multinational corporations and financial investments in global markets.  

Career prospects

Graduates of this course will be equipped with the ability to think analytically, critically and independently, which will enable them to make a comprehensive analysis of the rapidly changing international financial and economic reality. 

Potential jobs:  

-ESG specialist 

-non government sectors, 

– financial institutions and investment companies (banks, mutual funds, pension funds and insurance companies), 

– brokerage houses,  

– PE/VC funds, 

– family offices, 

– corporate portfolio managers,  

– consulting firms, 

– company boards/controlling departments. 

Strengths of field of study

The strength of the study is that it prepares you to work as an expert in ESG processes, including valuation or management of socially responsible development. Sustainable development is a trend that is becoming more and more common around the world which creates job opportunities for specialists in this field. The program of study is consistent with CFA curriculum: ESG investing, which emphasizes its prestige.