Graduate Certificate in Sustainable Finance and Investment

About the course

Build specialist capability in sustainable finance and investment, focusing on how environmental, social and governance (ESG) factors affect markets, risk and decision-making. You’ll explore responsible investing approaches and frameworks used by finance professionals, and learn to evaluate sustainability-related risks and opportunities in portfolios and organisations. This graduate certificate is designed for practical application in contemporary finance and investment settings.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue roles where sustainability and finance intersect, supporting investment and business decisions that account for ESG risks and impacts. Career paths may include investment or financial analyst roles, risk and compliance positions, responsible investment advisory work, sustainability or strategy roles in financial institutions, corporates or government, and policy analysis related to sustainable finance. This graduate certificate supports professional progression in finance and investment.

Living Costs in Sydney**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 22	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 2,207 - 2,918	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,599 - 2,115
Transportation (Daily) A$ 9 - 10	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 219 - 290

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)