Training Objectives

By the end of the programme, participants will be able to:

• Learn about the key Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) initiatives
• Identify the benefits and challenges of Sustainable Finance
• Obtain a detailed understanding of the new SFDR regulations and reporting requirements
• Identify the reporting obligations under SFDR for Investment Companies and Fund Managers
• Identify the reporting obligations under SFDR for Funds and Other Financial Products
• Understand the applicability of SFDR across the financial industry
• Understand the relationship between MiFID II, SFDR, and ESG integration
• Identify practical steps for integrating ESG factors into investment decision-making

Training Outline

• Introduction to Sustainable Finance and EU Initiatives
• Definition of Environmental, Social and Governance Criteria in Investing
• Overview of major EU Regulations on Sustainability
• Objectives of SFDR (Sustainability Related Disclosures in the Financial Sector)
• SFDR Reporting Requirements for Fund Managers and Investment Firms
• SFDR Reporting Requirements for Funds and Investment Products
• Impact of SFDR on MiFID II
• EU Taxonomy Regulation
• Interaction of Taxonomy and SFDR
• Regulatory Technical Standards (RTS) and Delegated Regulation

Who Should Attend

The programme is ideal for:

• Executives and Senior Managers in Investment Firms
• Compliance Officers
• Fund Managers / Portfolio Managers
• Fund Administrators
• Internal Auditors
• Investment Advisors
• Sales and Business Development Officers

Training Style

The programme is designed to deliver knowledge and enhance participants’ understanding of Sustainability Related Disclosures (SFDR) through detailed explanation of the regulatory obligations, identifying the compliance responsibilities of fund managers, investment funds, asset managers and investment advisors.  The training will allow participants to engage in discussion and raise questions that relate to their own operations.  Participants will be presented with various examples and a real-life cases that will enhance their understanding of the applicability of these new regulatory requirements.

CPD Recognition

This programme may be approved for up to 7 CPD units in Financial Regulation. Eligibility criteria and CPD Units are verified directly by your association, regulator or other bodies which you hold membership.