CFA Institute's deeper climate credential: five courses covering climate science and regulation, transition finance, valuation of listed equity and debt, alternatives, and portfolio management & stewardship — for analysts and portfolio managers embedding climate into valuation.
Key facts
Duration
12 months (1 year)
Language
English
Format
Online
Tuition
1,590 USD total
Intake
Enrol any time
Application deadline
Register year-round; exam scheduled on demand
USD 1,590 (member pricing on sign-in), from cfainstitute.org. Five-course series, ~100 hours, 12-month access; assessed via in-course quizzes, assignments and peer review (no final exam).
Curriculum modules
Climate science & regulations — Foundations for investment professionals.
Transition finance & valuation — Listed equity, debt and alternatives.
Portfolio management & stewardship — Climate in portfolio construction and engagement.
Admission requirements
No formal prerequisites — a background in finance or investment is recommended
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