Course content
The purpose of this course is two-fold: (1) to provide a conceptual and theoretical foundation for corporate ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) policies and actions and investors’ preferences regarding such policies and actions and (2) how such policies and actions affect firm performance and investor reactions.
Using a blend of readings, cases, discussions, and a major research project, students will learn to critically assess the actions of investors and corporations with regard to ESG policies, including the potential motivations and resulting consequences, that is, the valuation effects and externalities.The course is offered in a blended format - in person and online.
This course is designed as a case based indepth study of both theory and practice in the field of ESG and sustainable investments. Students will design and conduct their own independent research project on behalf of a major financial institution.
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