Overview

This eCourse provides an introduction to the fundamentals of Impact Investing from a practitioner’s perspective. Participants will learn to recognize key aspects, identify sources, and describe methods for measuring impact. The course covers a variety of topics, including the definition and scope of impact investing, industry perspectives, market dynamics, and challenges. Through case studies and practical exercises, learners will gain insights into the current landscape and resources available to start their journey in impact investing.

Objective

On completion of this eCourse, you will be able to:
- Recognise the key aspects (why, what, who, how) of Impact Investing from a practitioner’s perspective
- Identify sources for impact investments and describe methods for measuring impact
- Explain headwinds and tailwinds and list key resources to get started

Content

1. Introduction
2. What is impact and impact investing
3. Impact investing across Industries
4. Impact investing perspectives
5. Exercise
6. Size of the impact investing market
7. Segmentation of the impact investing market
8. Maturity of the impact investing market
9. Performance of impact investments
10 Who is making impact investing?
11.Sourcing for impact investments
12.Impact measurement and management (IMM)
13.Headwinds and Tailwinds
14.Key Resources and Summary
15.Case Studies/Features of Different Investor Perspectives
16.Final Assessment

Who should attend

1. Private wealth relationship managers and advisors,
2. Family office CIOs and investment teams
3. Public sector and development finance professionals
4. Philanthropy and non-profit organisation professionals
5. Financial professionals interested to pivot their careers