MSc Green Finance and Sustainability Accounting

University of Liverpool

The unprecedented climate risk is the biggest challenge we face today, and the world needs dedicated people to change the course of development to a greener future. The investment and banking sectors are playing a leading role in the transformation of the industry for the long-term sustainable development of humanity.IntroductionThe newest addition to our Accounting and Finance Group, the Green Finance and Sustainability Accounting MSc integrates the mainstream principles of traditional Accounting and Finance with specialist knowledge of modern sustainability concepts.This programme equips you with the skills to promote sustainable investments in the financial and corporate sectors while allowing you to focus on the industry’s more caring and compassionate facet.You will gain a deep understanding of financial markets and instruments and how they can be leveraged to address environmental, social and governance (ESG) issues. You will learn how to measure and analyse sustainable business practices and form insights to make strategic decisions to reverse environmental damage, reduce climate risk and stay on a path of sustainable long-term economic prosperity.Who is this course for?Our Green Finance and Sustainability Accounting MSc is designed for motivated students passionate about making a positive impact on the global environment and social scene.This course is open to graduates from any discipline, or those with extensive professional experience, who wish to pursue a career in the most rapidly developing area within the financial sector and contribute to the future direction of investment, innovation, and sustainable development.What you'll learn– Quantitative Techniques for Accounting and Finance– Managerial Finance– Advanced Financial Accounting and Reporting– Green Finance and Impact Investing– Measuring and Disclosing Sustainability– Corporate Governance