Sustainable Finance 101

Build Financial Strategies that Meet the Moment—and the Mandates.

Overview

Overview

Sustainable Finance is no longer a future consideration—it’s a present-day imperative. 

With global capital flows increasingly favoring businesses that align with environmental, social, and governance (ESG) priorities, Philippine companies—especially in the private sector—are under mounting pressure to integrate sustainability into their financial and strategic decision-making. Regulatory bodies like the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) have issued sustainability-focused mandates, including the Sustainable Finance Framework, while international investors demand greater transparency and climate-related risk disclosure. Amidst evolving expectations, financial institutions and corporations alike must understand how sustainable finance reshapes investment criteria, lending practices, and business models.

This training offers a practical introduction to the concepts, tools, and strategic value of Sustainable Finance. Designed for professionals in financial services and corporate sectors, it covers regulatory trends, ESG-linked instruments, climate risk integration, and sustainable investing. You’ll explore real-world Philippine market examples, examine the roles of banks and corporates, and take part in a hands-on workshop to create actionable plans. Whether you’re in banking or corporate finance, this course equips you with the knowledge to advance sustainable finance in your organization.

Why this training matters:

  • Global Shift: ESG assets projected to hit $50 trillion in 2025 (Bloomberg)
  • Regional Momentum: ASEAN green bond issuances surged 46% in 2023
  • Policy Leadership: BSP is a regional frontrunner in ESG finance mandates

Key Highlights

  • Hybrid format: 0.5-day virtual + 1-day in-person for flexibility and depth
  • Covers sustainable finance, ESG risks, and regulatory alignment
  • Focus on the BSP Sustainable Finance Framework
  • Hands-on activities using real bank cases and circulars
  • Insights on product innovation and emerging market trends
  • Led by industry practitioners with global and local expertise

Training Options

Virtual Instructor-Led
Training

  • Self-Paced Learning
  • Live, online classroom training by top instructors and practitioners
  • Lifetime access to high-quality self-paced elearning content curated by industry experts
  • 24×7 learner assistance and support

Next Batch Starts

3rd-4th July, 2025

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  • Customized learning delivery model (self-paced and/or instructor-led)
  • Flexible pricing options
  • Enterprise-grade learning management system (LMS)
  • Enterprise dashboards for individuals and teams
  • 24×7 learner assistance and support

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Pre-requisites

Pre-requisites for Sustainable Finance (SF) 101

There are no prerequisites to attend this course.

We highly recommend the following to get the best out of this hybrid training:

  • Laptop with Microphone & Camera in working condition
  • Good Internet for Virtual Session(s)
  • Access to Google Forms/  MS Forms for assessments & Practice Exams

Curriculum

Curriculum

Day 1 (4 hours, Online)

Setting the context: “What does sustainable finance mean to you?”

  • Module 1: Introduction to Sustainable Finance
  • Module 2: ESG Risk Management in Businesses
Day 2 (8 hours, Face-to-Face)

Case Studies, Trends, and Practical Applications

  • Module 3: Regulatory Frameworks
  • Module 4: The Philippine SF Landscape and Emerging Trends
  • Module 5: Embedding Sustainability into Strategy, Process, and Product Development

Final Group Activity: Designing a sustainability-centered project

Call to Action and Institutional Readiness

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Who should Attend?

Professionals from:

  • Finance and Risk professionals from Banks, insurance companies, investment firms
  • Corporate Sustainability, Strategy, or Risk Teams
  • Treasury and Finance Unit Members from Corporations
  • ESG/Sustainability/CSR officers

Reviews

CSR & Sustainability Manager

Union Bank

Overall, the training proved to be very helpful in my role as a Sustainability Officer. Through this, I now know much better on how to collect data, compute data, and interpret it for a much better, a) Sustainability Reporting and b) Sustainability Program Ideation and Implementation.

Community Projects Specialist

Aboitiz

It was all great and I learned something new and helpful to my current work.

Executive Vice President

DBP

The knowledge acquired from this training will greatly help in pursuing our organization’s sustainability roadmap.

FAQs

FAQs

  • Finance and Risk professionals from Banks, insurance companies, investment firms
  • Corporate Sustainability, Strategy, or Risk Teams
  • Treasury and Finance Unit Members from Corporations
  • ESG/Sustainability/CSR officers

  • There are no prerequisites to attend this course.

By the end of this program, you will be able to:

  • Comprehend essentials of sustainable finance, ESG, and their role in decisions
  • Identify and manage ESG risks using practical tools and frameworks
  • Track market trends and opportunities in the Philippine ESG landscape
  • Integrate sustainability into strategy, product design, and innovation
  • Assess how ESG factors influence investment decisions and capital allocation
  • Apply sustainable finance instruments to support long-term value

By the end of this course, you’ll gain hands-on, practical skills in sustainable finance and ESG integration tailored to the Philippine context. You will learn from real-world case studies and expert-led sessions to align business strategy with sustainability goals.

The course will be delivered in a hybrid format, starting with a half-day virtual session(4 hours) followed by a full-day face-to-face session( 8 hours) to provide both flexibility and in-depth, hands-on learning.

Yes, the course includes hands-on activities using real bank cases and regulatory circulars, designed to help participants apply ESG risk management tools, design sustainability-centered projects, and evaluate the impact of frameworks like those from the BSP and SEC.

Yes, you can join the Sustainable Finance 101 course even without a background in sustainability or ESG. The course is designed to provide a practical foundation and does not require prior expertise, making it accessible to professionals across different sectors.

Enrollment can be completed through our website or by contacting our team directly at [email protected]

Participants will receive a Training Manual, Certificate of Completion, an ESG Integration Playbook, a Post-Training Action Plan, and a Green Finance Product Innovation Toolkit to support your continued learning and practical application.

Yes, upon successfully completing the course, you will receive a certificate of completion from APEX Global Learning, recognizing your participation and the skills you’ve gained in sustainability reporting.

Yes, participants will have access to course materials for future reference and continuous learning.

Yes, the course includes opportunities for networking with fellow professionals, industry experts, and course instructors, fostering valuable knowledge exchange and collaboration.

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