Course summary
The aim of the MSc Climate Change, Sustainable Business and Green Finance course is to develop graduates with specific competencies in climate change management, sustainability in business practices and green financing which are in high demand in both the private and public sectors. You will be introduced to the science of climate change and learn quantitative techniques and new business models to manage climate risk. You will explore in detail sustainable investments, energy, carbon and commodity markets. MSc Climate Change, Sustainable Business and Green Finance has been recognised by the Global Association of Risk Professionals (GARP) as a Sustainability and Climate Risk (SCR®) Certificate Academic Partner. This is a recognition that our MSc programme covers at least 60% of the body of knowledge required for the SCR examination, as well as coverage of industry relevant professional ethics. Students of this programme will have the opportunity to access the industry-led course on 'Introduction to Sustainable Bonds' offered by the International Capital Market Association (ICMA) Group. You will also have the opportunity to undertake a summer work placement anywhere in the world as part of your studies. For more information about this programme, please visit the Henley Business School website: https://www.icmacentre.ac.uk/study/masters/masters-in-climate-change-sustainable-business-and-green-finance
Modules
Sample modules may include: *Climate Change and Sustainable Business and Finance *The Science of Climate Change *Climate Change and Risk Management *Energy, Carbon and Commodity Markets *Sustainable Investments. Check our website for more details about the course structure.
Qualified teacher status (QTS)
To work as a teacher at a state school in England or Wales, you will need to achieve qualified teacher status (QTS). This is offered on this course for the following level:
- Course does not award QTS
Entry requirements
Entry requirements: Undergraduate Degree – Minimum 2:1 or the equivalent from an overseas institution* Degree Discipline – Any degree discipline, but must have a satisfactory existing level of numeracy and have basic knowledge of Mathematics and Statistics. GMAT – We may ask you to submit a GMAT score if we think it appropriate in your individual case. For example, if you have been out of education for more than a few years or have little evidence of any numerical ability. For information on the GMAT and the location of test centres worldwide, please visit www.mba.com. * Please note that due to increasing competition for places on our Masters programmes our entry requirements may change. We operate a rolling admissions system and you are therefore advised to apply early in order to be sure of your place on our programmes. We experience high levels of demand, and it is possible we might have to close applications to some programmes once places are filled. English requirements: IELTS - 6.5 with no component below 6.0 in any sub-skills. IELTS with pre-sessional English - 6.5 with no component below 5.5 in each of the four sub-skills.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £14600 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £14600 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £14600 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £14600 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £14600 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £14600 | Year 1 |
| EU | £25900 | Year 1 |
| International | £25900 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Provider information
University of Reading
Whiteknights House
PO Box 217
Reading
RG6 6AH