An Intensive 5-day Training Course

Sustainable Banking

A Comprehensive Transition to Sustainable Business Operations

INTRODUCTION TO THE COURSE

The global financial landscape has faced repeated shocks—from the 2008 financial crisis to the recent disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. These events have underscored the urgent need for financial institutions to build greater resilience against environmental and social risks. The Sustainable Banking training course addresses this evolving priority, offering financial professionals the tools and frameworks to embed sustainability at the core of their banking operations and strategies.

Sustainable banking represents a critical shift in financial decision-making, where success is no longer measured by risk and return alone, but also by positive environmental and social impact. By integrating Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles into core banking practices, financial institutions can contribute meaningfully to global sustainable development while enhancing business value. This training course provides a strategic foundation for redesigning financial models, adapting risk management approaches, and implementing integrated reporting structures to align with sustainability goals.

This Sustainable Banking training course will highlight:

  • The strategic and financial advantages of adopting sustainable banking models
  • Core ESG principles and their application in financial services
  • Key metrics and tools for measuring sustainable banking performance
  • The development and use of integrated sustainability reporting systems
  • Enhancing risk analysis frameworks to include sustainability dimensions

COURSE DETAILS

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OBJECTIVES

By the end of this Sustainable Banking training course, participants will be able to:

  • Articulate the core aims and guiding principles of sustainable banking
  • Understand the environmental, social, and governance (ESG) drivers reshaping the financial sector
  • Evaluate how sustainability impacts overall business and financial strategies
  • Create actionable tools for ESG-aligned financial reporting and disclosure
  • Build financial models that incorporate sustainability and long-term impact assessment
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TRAINING METHODOLOGY

This Sustainable Banking training course will use various proven learning techniques to ensure maximum understanding, comprehension and retention of the information presented. The training course will follow a participative workshop format. It will be focused on developing practical skills that delegates can apply in real-life business situations on return to their organization.

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ORGANISATIONAL IMPACT

Organizations that invest in the Sustainable Banking training course will benefit from:

  • Stronger alignment between profitability and sustainability objectives
  • Enhanced quality in client engagement and service innovation
  • Greater ability to support and finance socially and environmentally responsible projects
  • Increased operational efficiency and improved regulatory transparency
  • Positive reputation as a forward-thinking, sustainability-driven financial institution
  • Higher levels of employee engagement, talent attraction, and retention
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PERSONAL IMPACT

Participants of this training course will gain:

  •  A comprehensive understanding of sustainable banking principles and practices
  • Enhanced professional value through knowledge of ESG-aligned products and services
  • Stronger financial decision-making skills informed by ESG factors
  • Greater confidence in advising clients and stakeholders on sustainability risks and opportunities
  • Practical tools to support personal career advancement in sustainable finance
  • The ability to serve as a catalyst for positive change within their communities and organisations
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WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

This KC Academy Sustainable Banking training course is suitable to a wide range of professionals but will especially benefit:

  • Banking Mangers
  • Strategy Team Members
  • Risk Management Professionals
  • Finance Managers
  • Budget Managers
  • Commercial Managers
  • Capital Investment and Project Team Members

DAILY AGENDA

Day 1: Fundamentals of Sustainable Banking
  • Concept of Sustainable Banking
  • Objectives of Sustainable Banking
  • Environmental, Social & Governance issues
  • Principles of Sustainable Banking
  • Products & Services of Sustainable Banking
  • The Sustainable Bonds Market
  • Progress on Sustainable Banking
Day 2: Banking Commitment to Sustainability
  • Redefine the Mission
  • Evaluate the Portfolio
  • Redefine the Strategy
  • Publish Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Metrics
  • Build Capacity, Train, Motivate, and Reward Employees
  • Foster Innovation
  • Identify Key Performance Indicators
Day 3: Governance in Sustainable Banking
  • Principles and Practices in Corporate Governance
  • Ensure Adequate Information Disclosure
  • Ensure Fair and Inclusive Retail Financing Practices
  • Establish a Complaint Mechanism
  • Develop Responsibility Guidelines
  • Disclose Details of Important Clients
  • Support Transparency within the Extractive Industries
Day 4: Risk Management in Sustainable Banking
  • Redefinition of Risk
  • Evaluate & Measure Risk
  • Minimizing Social and Environmental Risks
  • Define the Scope of Policies
  • Environmental and Social Risk Management System
  • Accept responsibility for Indirect Impacts
  • Accept responsibility in Sphere of Influence
Day 5: Sustainable Banking in Practice
  • Reputational Benefits and Regulatory Requirements
  • Energy Efficiency and Financial Inclusion
  • New Sustainability Initiatives
  • Environmental and Social Capacity Building
  • Improved Brand Value and Reduced Costs
  • Improved engagement by the regulatory and international organisation
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Certificate

On successful completion of this training course, KC ACademy Certificate will be awarded to the delegates.

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