Course Summary
The Professional Diploma in Sustainable Finance Reporting and Disclosures aims to empower professionals working in finance, reporting, and assurance functions within the financial services industry to take the lead in Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) regulatory reporting and disclosure activities. As professionals seek to meet regulatory requirements and as the implementation of new mandatory EU sustainable finance reporting obligations approaches, it is crucial for the industry to be well-prepared.
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Career Sectors
This course prepares you for working in the Career Sectors below. Follow the links to get a fuller understanding of the sectors you are preparing for.
Entry Requirements
An Honours degree (minimum 2.2 L8 NFQ)
or
Admission may be considered for experienced professionals who do not meet the admission requirements as set out above, where they can demonstrate knowledge through their work i.e. they have more than 5 years’ experience in a management role (to be considered on a case by case basis).
Professional body membership
You must be a current member of IOB, or become a member, to undertake this programme.
Application Details
Next intake Autumn Trimester - (2024-2025 academic year)
Please note that the programme content and fees are subject to change in the 2024/2025 academic year. Any changes will be outlined in the 2024/2025 prospectus and at iob.ie in August - the start of the new academic year.
Fees
ISFCOE members fee - €528* per module - (Total: €1,584)
Non ISFCOE members fee - €1,232** per module - (Total: €3,696)
*Programme is 70% funded for members of International Sustainable Finance Centre of Excellence (ISFCOE).
Fair usage policy applies.
**Programme is 30% funded for non-members of ISFCOE.
This programme qualifies for up to 70% funding through Sustainable Finance Skillnet.
The Student
Career Interests
This course is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests. If these interests do not describe you, this course may prepare you for work you may not find satisfying.
Enterprising
Enterprising people like situations that involve using resources for personal or corporate economic gain. Such people may have an opportunistic frame of mind, and are drawn to commerce, trade and making deals. Some pursue sales and marketing occupations. Many will eventually end up owning their own business, or in management roles in larger organisations. They tend to be very goal-oriented and work best when focused on a target. Some have an entrepreneurial inclination.
Administrative
Administrative people are interested in work that offers security and a sense of being part of a larger process. They may be at their most productive under supervisors who give clear guidelines and while performing routine tasks in a methodical and reliable way.
They tend to enjoy clerical and most forms of office work, where they perform essential administrative duties. They often form the backbone of large and small organisations alike. They may enjoy being in charge of office filing systems, and using computers and other office equipment to keep things running smoothly. They usually like routine work hours and prefer comfortable indoor workplaces.
Career Progression
Duration
This programme is delivered online on a part-time basis. Each module will have a weekly workplan throughout the trimester. There will be three full day instructor led webinars for each module which will be recorded and available to students.