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Module title: ESG and Sustainable Finance (HK)
SCQF level: 09:
SCQF credit value: 20.00
ECTS credit value: 10
Module code: FIN09908
Module leader: Ola Olaboopo
School The Business School
Subject area group: Accounting and Finance
Prerequisites

There are no pre-requisites for this module to be added
Description of module content:

This module provides a comprehensive introduction to Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) factors and their growing significance in business, finance, and investment decision-making. It begins with an overview of ESG principles and their implications for firms, stakeholders, and society. You will explore environmental factors such as climate change, resource management, and carbon emissions, assessing their impact on corporate strategies and stakeholder engagement. Social factors, including labour rights, diversity, and community relations, will be examined alongside governance elements like corporate ethics, board structures, and transparency. The module also introduces ESG scoring systems, highlighting key methodologies used to assess corporate sustainability performance. Sustainable finance will be explored in the context of addressing environmental and social challenges, with a focus on financial instruments such as green bonds, impact investing, and sustainability-linked loans. You will gain an understanding of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and their relevance in ESG integration. In this module, you will also cover corporate social responsibility (CSR) and strategies for embedding ESG considerations into investment decision-making. By the end of this module, you will be equipped with the knowledge to analyse sustainable finance markets and instruments, ensuring responsible and ethical business practices.
Learning Outcomes for module:

Upon completion of this module you will be able to

LO1: Investigate Environmental, Social and Governance(ESG) factors and their implications for the global economy

LO2: Evaluate the relevance of Environmental, Social and Governance factors to corporate performance and stakeholder values

LO3: Analyse the impact of Environmental, Social and Governance factors on organisational performance

LO4: Critically evaluate the Environmental, Social and Governance performance of a company

LO5: Understand the concept of sustainable finance and it's role in addressing Environmental, Social and Governance issues

LO6: Examine the role of regulation in sustainable finance and Investment
Full Details of Teaching and Assessment
2025/6, Trimester 3, Blended,
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Occurrence: 001
Primary mode of delivery: Blended
Location of delivery: HONG KONG
Partner:
Member of staff responsible for delivering module: Ola Olaboopo
Module Organiser:


Student Activity (Notional Equivalent Study Hours (NESH))
Mode of activityLearning & Teaching ActivityNESH (Study Hours)NESH Description
Online Guided independent study 164 You will engage in structured independent study with guidance from provided resources, including recommended readings, online materials and tutor support.
Independent Learning Lecture 12 Lectures delivered online by ENU staff for six weeks and will provide you with an overview of key issues and concepts in order to guide your individual reading and research.
Face To Face Tutorial 24 Tutorials will be delivered by partner staff. Tutorials will reinforce learning by providing opportunities for you to ask questions and seek further clarification on aspects of the module and for general discussion of relevant topical issues. The tutorials will also give you opportunities to develop a range of interpersonal and communicative skills through a programme of predominantly student-led activities, such as question and answer sessions.
Total Study Hours200
Expected Total Study Hours for Module200


Assessment
Type of Assessment Weighting % LOs covered Week due Length in Hours/Words Description
Class Test 30 1~2~3 Week 9 HOURS= An Hour You will complete 30 Multiple Choice Questions in class. You will be required to select the best option out of four provided for each question. The duration of the class test is an hour.
Report 70 1~2~3~4~5~6 Exam Period , WORDS= 3000 words You will write a 3,000 word ESG related case report on a publicly listed company of your choice
Component 1 subtotal: 30
Component 2 subtotal: 70
Module subtotal: 100

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