Graduate Certificate in Sustainable Energy Finance

Developed by DCU Business School in association with the Summit Finuas Network and the Green IFSC Initiative.The Summit FINUAS network is funded by member companies and the Finuas Networks Programme, managed by Skillnets Ltd. funded from the National Training Fund through the Department of Education and Skills.

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Programme Overview Supporting the development of Ireland as an international centre of green finance, DCU Business School in association with the Summit Finuas Network and the Green IFSC initiative has developed this unique programme for finance and related professionals.

The Graduate Certificate in Sustainable Energy Finance is a one-year part-time programme leading to an award which is gaining increasing recognition across the sector.

The underlying philosophy of the Graduate Certificate in Sustainable Energy Finance is that the development of the human capital required to meet the needs of the emerging global green economy can best be harnessed through the integration of skills, knowledge and professional practice. The programme is delivered by leading academics and industry experts.

The objective of the programme is to provide a broad and comprehensive overview of sustainable energy finance to support new business streams within investment banks, professional firms working in the broader green economy and companies which are developing renewable products and technologies.

The programme prepares participants for advanced management and leadership in all areas of sustainable

energy finance by enhancing the depth and breadth of their knowledge of the sustainability environment and by enabling them to critically evaluate processes and programmes within this context.

Furthermore, the programme equips participants with a relevant range of analytical, technical and methodological skills. This will enable them to generate successful solutions to the opportunities and challenges that present themselves in the wider sustainable energy finance context.

Who is the programme for?The programme will be of interest to companies seeking to develop specialist green finance solutions in banking, project finance, treasury, asset management, fund services, insurance/reinsurance, carbon markets management, venture capital, private equity, regional HQ activities including financing and holding company activities, intellectual property and R&D activities. It provides a strong foundation in sustainability and finance for related professions (law, engineering, accounting) working with sustainability projects and carbon management.

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Irish green asset management and green enterprise firms are active all over the globe from China to Chile and Ireland to Africa and, with $10 billion in green assets managed or serviced, Ireland is already emerging as a world leader in green finance.

An Taoiseach, Enda Kenny

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Professionals from international financial services companies

The programme allows finance and related professionals to orientate their careers more fully towards green finance. It gives participants a greater understanding of the broader sustainability agenda, with the aim of assisting them to move into leadership roles within the green economy.

Finance professionals from enterprises in the green economy

As finance is central to the development of all enterprises involved in the green and sustainability sectors, the programme is also suitable for finance and business development professionals from green enterprises.

Programme OutcomesStudents on this programme will:

develop a general understanding of sustainability principles and practices and the fundamentals of climate change

understand the global market dynamics in green products and services and the business opportunities that they present

access current information developments in environmental policy and trends

explore techniques and models of asset management, funds servicing, carbon trading, project financing and insurance associated with green finance

explore corporate responses to climate change and finance solutions for sustainability projects

interact with other professionals working in the area of sustainability and finance.

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As a Senior Project Accountant for EEA the course substantially broadened my understanding of the renewable energy and carbon markets.

Conor Kealy, EEA, Course Participant, Graduate Certificate Programme

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Programme Outline

Please note: for further details on all modules, visit www.dcu.ie/sustainableenergyfinance or www.summitfinuasnetwork.com

Programme Structure The programme is delivered on a part-time modular basis with attendance at Dublin City University on two-day blocks (Fridays and Saturdays, generally once a month) ensuring minimal disruption to work schedules while also respecting the personal time of participants. The programme has six taught modules. Assessment is a mixture of continuous assessment, action learning, presentations and exams.

The programme incorporates a high level of input from senior executives from the IFSC. Students complete a practical project in the area of sustainable energy finance, directly related to their current role, where appropriate.

The integration of high quality academic rigour and practical industry application is a unique feature of the learning approach, allowing both the individual student and host companies to benefit from the programme.

Progression from the Graduate Certificate in Sustainable Energy FinanceParticipants who complete the Graduate Certificate and later wish to undertake the MSc in Sustainable Energy Finance will be required to complete the following two requisite modules in the first year of the MSc before entry into the second year, (i) Management for Sustainability and (ii) Finance and Derivatives. In the second year, participants will complete five modules and a dissertation. They will be exempt from the Legal Issues for Sustainability module.

SEMESTER 1

Climate Change, Sustainability and Policy

Climate Change and Markets

Finance for Sustainability

SEMESTER 2

Accounting and Taxation for Sustainability

Legal Issues for Sustainability

Sustainable Energy Finance Project

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We have established a specialist environmental equities team in Ireland. Ireland already has a world-leading funds industry and offers us access to the talent we need to grow our business. We see the potential for Ireland to be the global leader in green funds.

Steve Falci, Head of Strategy Development in Sustainable Investments, Kleinwort Benson Investors

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The Classroom learning ExperienceThe Graduate Certificate in Sustainable Energy Finance is delivered in the new purpose-built executive education facility housed in DCU Business School. This facility has been customised to meet the needs of post experience students. It is bright and spacious with classrooms that facilitate maximum participation and class interaction. Within DCU Business School, students have access to small study rooms for group assignments and for collaborative study; computer rooms; a coffee shop and restaurant; a large ‘open space’ that facilitates networking and social interaction; and full wireless internet access.

Support ServicesThe Graduate Certificate in Sustainable Energy Finance is a significant commitment for part-time students. During the programme, students will be supported by the administrative team in DCU’s Centre for Executive Programmes. This team is very experienced in dealing with the needs of executives who are working full-time and undertaking their programmes on a part-time basis.

Dublin City University Business School During its more than 30 year existence, DCU Business School has been a core contributor to business education in Ireland. The school prides itself on its ability to deliver excellent management education in keeping with the needs of the market and in providing students with the knowledge, competence and ability to apply it.

Summit Finuas NetworkThe Summit Finuas Network supports the International Financial Services sector to maintain Ireland’s position as a top International Financial Services Centre through investment in the specialist skills and expertise of its workforce. The network is led by a collaboration of financial industry associations: Financial Services Ireland (FSI), the Federation of International Banks in Ireland (FIBI), the Irish Funds Industry Association (IFIA), the Dublin International Insurance and Management Association (DIMA) and the Irish Association of Investment Managers (IAIM).

Green IFSC The Green IFSC initiative is an integral part of Ireland’s response to the challenges of climate change and sustainable development, where finance, trade, products and services are developed and exchanged in support of the global transition to a low-carbon economy. The Green IFSC is an initiative of the IFSC Clearing House Group, Department of the Taoiseach.

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For anyone who wants to join a group of finance and business professionals who are each pursuing the potential of green markets, the Graduate Certificate is an excellent source of industry based expertise, relevant academic research and practical application.

Arlene Allen, BNY Mellon, Course Participant, Graduate Certificate

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Entry Requirements Applicants should hold a minimum of a second class honours, grade two primary degree (Level 8) in a cognate discipline or equivalent professional qualification.

Consideration will be given to applicants on the basis of their work experience (with a minimum requirement of three years relevant experience) and/or other relevant professional and/or educational achievements.

Fees and Grant AidThe fee for the Graduate Certificate in Sustainable Energy Finance is !4,500 and is payable in a number of instalments.

Eligible organisations can also avail of grant-aid for fees through the Summit Finuas Network, reducing the cost of the programme to !2,800.

A small number of places, which are 100% funded by the Summit Finuas Network, will be available to job-seekers.

Course Applications and EnquiriesApplicants employed by companies in Ireland and wishing to avail of reduced fees should contact the Summit Finuas Network as follows:

Louise Ryan Summit Finuas NetworkConfederation House84-86 Lower Baggot StreetDublin 2Tel: +353 (0) 1 6051546Email: louise.ryan@ibec.ie

*Please note, if your company is not a commercial enterprise operating in Ireland, you will not be eligible for grant aid.

Applicants not eligible for grant aid and paying full fees should contact DCU directly.

Catherine GallagherRegistryDublin City UniversityGlasnevinDublin 9 Tel: +353 (0) 1 7008829Email: catherine.gallagher@dcu.ie

For further information or to download an application form, visit www.dcu.ie/sustainableenergyfinance or www.summitfinuasnetwork.com

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This course includes the key elements required to gain a comprehensive understanding of green finance. Because it is expert practitioner led, students are assured of exposure to the latest trends, thinking and techniques in what is a very dynamic subject area.

Paul J. Harris, Head of Natural Resources Risk Management, Bank of Ireland Global Markets