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Overview

Climate Change Environment, Science and Policy

More than ever sustainable finance and reporting is essential for businesses and organisations. Climate concerns, sustainability & corporate responsibility are at the forefront of the way organisations do business, and it is pivotal for businesses to adapt to these new challenges. ESG Managers need to understand the nuances of these areas and strategise accordingly to help organisations navigate these risks & opportunities.

Our Sustainable Finance & Reporting MSc will introduce you to cutting-edge theoretical and applied research on the management of environmental, social, and governance matters. The topic areas covered are multi-disciplinary, and the programme will offer you research and problem-based perspectives from fields as diverse as science, economics, accounting, finance, law, and strategy.

Key benefits

  • Located in the heart of London, giving you unparalleled access to research facilities.
  • You will be taught by staff who are recognised leaders in their fields, and study innovative modules in a range of disciplines.
  • You will develop skills in the appropriate application of quantitative and qualitative methods.
  • You will experience excellent tutorial support, extensive teaching and regular discussions.
  • King’s Business School has forged close links with external industry organisations and regular speakers who will provide you with insights and up-to-the-minute knowledge of the subject area.
  • Scholarships of up to 50% of tuition fees or £10,000 are available - view details in Discover more tab.

Course essentials

The Sustainable Finance & Reporting MSc will equip students with knowledge, skills, and networks to address environmental, social, and governance (ESG) issues across a broad range of public and private organisations. This includes finance, consulting, and technology firms as well as the non-profit sector, government, and intergovernmental organisations.

The programme takes a multi-disciplinary approach, bringing together different functional areas and disciplines to equip students with the knowledge and applicable skills to address complex environmental, social, and governance opportunities and challenges. This multi-disciplinary approach allows the course to draw on expertise from across King’s and offers multi-disciplinary perspectives on ESG issues and solutions, offering students research and problem-based perspectives from fields as diverse as science, economics, accounting, finance, law, and strategy. 

You will acquire an in-depth knowledge and critical understanding of the theories, tools and methodologies that are relevant for addressing environmental, social and governance issues and will learn to identify, develop and incorporate theories, frameworks and ideas to create solutions to environmental, social and governance developments.

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Base campuses

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Strand Campus

Strand Campus sits along the Thames at London's cultural heart. Alongside world-class teaching spaces, students enjoy access to the pedestrianised Strand Quad, with Somerset House and iconic landmarks just steps away.

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Waterloo Campus

Centrally located and well connected, Waterloo brings together students from health, science and law, just steps from the South Bank. It's also home to the world's #2 nursing school – the Florence Nightingale Faculty of Nursing & Midwifery (QS 2026).