Master in Sustainable Finance

The University of Zurich offers a Master's program in Sustainable Finance. This program focuses on how financial markets address global sustainability issues. It defines Sustainable Finance as integrating non-financial criteria like environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors into financial decisions. These factors also cover systemic financial market risks. The program highlights the growing importance of these criteria in Switzerland and internationally.

Students will gain an interdisciplinary understanding of sustainability's impact on company financing and strategy. They will study how financial markets, economic policy, and regulatory frameworks interact with stakeholder sustainability strategies. The program combines courses on Sustainable Finance in banking and finance with related disciplines. This provides multidisciplinary skills for career entry in banking and finance.

Graduates can pursue careers in banking and finance, working with local or international companies. Sustainability criteria are increasingly relevant in these fields. Further information on the Minor Sustainable Finance, the course catalogue, and study program advisory is available. Admission requirements and application details can also be found.

The University of Zurich is a public research university. It is located in Switzerland. The university is the largest in Switzerland. It has seven faculties. It also has over 150 institutes. More than 200 study programs are offered.

The University of Zurich is known for its diverse perspectives. It brings together different ways of thinking and academic cultures. The university is home to students and staff from over 120 countries. This creates a rich international environment for learning and research.