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Doctor in Philosophy (DPhil/PhD) in Sustainable Finance topics

Course overview

Each year the Oxford Sustainable Finance Programme supervises or co-supervises Doctor of Philosophy (DPhil/PhD) students on sustainable finance topics.

Students apply to the DPhil in Geography and the Environment at the University of Oxford. The DPhil is the University of Oxford’s premier research degree, awarded to candidates who have successfully completed a major piece of original research. The course provides support and an intellectual environment to pursue your own independent research.

Course structure and content

The DPhil is offered as either a full-time three- to four-year degree, or a part-time six- to eight-year degree. Currently the expected contact time for the part-time arrangement is thirty days at Oxford per year; the majority of this will take place across the three eight-week terms and will include supervision meetings and core research training.

Teaching and assessment

The DPhil is an advanced research degree which is awarded on the basis of a thesis and oral examination (assessment of other work is not taken into consideration). The thesis should represent a significant and substantial piece of research which is conveyed in a lucid and scholarly manner which shows that you have a good general knowledge of the field of your thesis. You are required to work independently, to take the initiative in exploring a line of research and to acquire new skills in order to carry out your research. You will be allocated a supervisor who will meet with you at specifically agreed times and will agree with you a research plan and programme of work and to establish clear academic expectations and milestones.

Entry requirements, fees and application

Degree-level qualifications

As a minimum, applicants should hold or be predicted to achieve the equivalent of the following UK qualifications:

• a master’s degree with distinction (or a distinction grade on the dissertation, as a minimum) in geography or a related environmental field,  and
• a first-class or strong upper second-class undergraduate degree with honours in any discipline.

For applicants with a degree from the USA, the minimum GPA sought is 3.7 out of 4.0.

You are encouraged to look at the department lists of  potential supervisors and topics  before writing your research proposal and to approach specific supervisors directly to discuss your research proposal before applying.

Career opportunities

Many graduates are commanding influential positions in multinational corporations, in national, state and international government, in non-governmental organisations, and by continuing with further research.

For course related inquiries please contact:

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Course Features

• Host Institution University of Oxford
• Department / Institute School of Geography and the Environment
• Course Name Doctor in Philosophy (DPhil/PhD) in Sustainable Finance topics
• Course Type Degree program
• Course Mode Full time or part time
• Location Oxford
• Course Language English
• Course Level Doctoral
• Duration 3 years
• For information on course fees please see university website.

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The Swiss Lab for Sustainable Finance: PhD Research on Sustainable Finance

The Swiss Lab for Sustainable Finance offers the opportunity to research Sustainable Finance under both PhD Programmes.

The Swiss Lab for Sustainable Finance is a multistakeholder and transdisciplinary research center that aims to advance sustainable finance research and practice focusing on financing the SDG goals, impact measurement and ESG regulation, and will produce research that can be applied to their fulfillment. The Lab will train the next generation of social scientists in sustainable finance. We encourage applications to research in this area under the two PhD programmes we offer:

International Economics: ESG is on the top of the agendas of central banks, regulators as well as financial firms globally. Climate risks and climate policies will increasingly affect economies and financial markets. Policy makers need to understand these effects on distribution, growth and inflation among others. The interaction between climate, monetary, financial and fiscal policies will be key research topics for the foreseeable future ;

Development Economics: Sustainable development is on top of the agenda of international organizations and governments as well as a growing area of investment in the financial sector. Finance is key to achieving these goals. Open research questions relate to measurement of impact, the development of markets for sustainable finance, the interaction between environment and society, and the effect of finance on well-being, inequality, and inclusion.

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Aligning finance with sustainability to tackle global environmental and social challenges

Both financial institutions and the broader financial system must manage the risks and capture the opportunities of the transition to global environmental sustainability.  The University of Oxford has world-leading researchers and research capabilities relevant to understanding these challenges and opportunities.

Established in 2012, the Oxford Sustainable Finance Group is the focal point for these activities. The Group is multi-disciplinary and works globally across asset classes, finance professions, and with different parts of the financial system. We are the largest such centre globally and are working to be the world's best place for research and teaching on sustainable finance and investment.

Oxford Sustainable Finance Group

We need to make sure that all financial decision making takes account of the environment and of sustainability. And this needs to happen very, very quickly. The Oxford Sustainable Finance Group is a world-leading centre focused on aligning finance with global environmental sustainability. We work very closely with stakeholders across the financial system - banks, asset managers asset owners, insurers, supervisors, central banks, to help them to talk about these problems and co-create solutions and integrate climate change into financial decision making around the world.

We achieve our mission through pioneering research, through teaching and also through engagement, training the next generation of PhD students, to undergraduates, to very senior executives. If we're going to green the global financial system, we need the best people to have the knowledge, to have the networks, to be able to influence.

The community is growing. It's one of the largest concentrations of researchers working on sustainable finance anywhere in the world. We work to create the future of sustainable finance.

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Doctor of Philosophy in sustainability

About the doctor of philosophy degree.

The PhD in sustainability, offered only on ASU’s Tempe campus, engages scientists and leaders in research to investigate the urgent sustainability challenges of this century.

The flexible, interdisciplinary nature of the program allows students to focus on problems of interest to them, drawing upon relevant knowledge from a variety of disciplines.

Students may be admitted to the PhD program with either a bachelor’s or a master’s degree from a regionally accredited institution or the equivalent of a US bachelor’s degree from an international institution officially recognized by that country.

Learning outcomes

PhD graduates will have an advanced understanding of the dynamics of coupled socioecological systems and will be able to lead others in research and providing adaptive solutions to specific sustainability challenges. In addition to the common learning outcomes, PhD students will be able to:

• Understand the concepts and methods of a number of critical disciplines bearing on the sustainability of systems at different spatio-temporal scales.
• Lead others in applying these concepts and methods to developing sustainable strategies for water, land, air, and urban management at the local and global level.
• Lead others in the analysis and design of the built environment and institutions’ policies, regulations, and technologies to support sustainable development.

Requirements and electives

Courses and electives, core courses.

• SOS 510 – Perspectives on Sustainability
• SOS 520 – Research Design
• SOS 525 – Social-Ecological-Technical Systems: Domains & Interfaces
• SOS 589 – Community of Scholars (taken twice)

Solutions workshops

Solutions workshops are listed under SOS 594 and are designed to provide students with experience solving real-world problems that involve multiple sustainability challenges. As such, they will be problem-based and not specifically attached to one of the main themes.

Some example workshops include:

• SOS 594 – Sustainability Short Form Documentary
• SOS 594 – Sustainable Development in Action
• SOS 594 – Sustainable Neighborhoods for Happiness
• SOS 594 – Urban Sustainability – Best Practices/Case Studies
• SOS 594 – Operationalizing Corporate Sustainability through ESG Programs

Elective courses

Students may choose courses from any discipline at ASU that relate to their research project or dissertation. Electives must be approved by a student’s supervisory committee.

Research and dissertation

At least 12 credits of the approved PhD program of study must be SOS 792 Research and at least 12 credits must be SOS 799 Dissertation. After completion of the dissertation, the student must pass an oral examination in defense of the dissertation.

• SOS 792 – Research
• SOS 799 – Dissertation

Exams and Dissertation

When students have completed the coursework, they must pass a comprehensive examination and begin a prospectus (proposal) for their dissertation. After passing the prospectus defense, students enter candidacy. The culminating experience for the doctoral degree program is publication of the dissertation, accompanied by a dissertation defense. The non-coursework portion of the program usually lasts 2 years.

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MASTER OF SCIENCE IN SUSTAINABILITY MANAGEMENT

CERTIFICATION OF PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENT IN SUSTAINABLE FINANCE

On-campus & online options.

The Certification in Sustainable Finance prepares students to meet the growing demand for professionals who understand and can integrate the fundamentals of both corporate sustainability and financial analysis. Courses cover the special risks and opportunities revealed by the integration of environmental, social, and governance factors in capital markets, innovative financing methods to fund the transition to a global low-carbon economy, sustainable project and infrastructure finance, responsible and impact investing, green and carbon accounting, and environmental markets.

"The move to a low-carbon economy challenges conventional investment wisdom, compelling investors to refine and redefine their investment strategies. Sustainable Finance is a hands on program that offers next generation solutions to today's most pressing challenges. It equips students to demonstrate how investments in sustainability driven businesses lead to improved financial performance and create a resilient long-term investment portfolio."

- Dazzle Bhujwala, M.S. Sustainability Management, 2018

Students will learn traditional financial and accounting tools supplemented with sustainability-specific methods and topics. The certification program equips graduates with the practical information and tools they need to understand the impact of environmental sustainability in corporate financial management and in financial markets, and to enable them to prepare for and manage the consequences of both.

The certification comprises courses that cover concepts at the intersection of sustainability and financial management, such as sustainability economics, investment, accounting, risk management, and communication. Students will gain a foundation in the core concepts of corporate finance and an understanding of the sustainability drivers in finance. Students will also learn to analyze the non-financial metrics of businesses.

The Certification may be taken as a complement to other graduate degree programs, including the Master of Science in Sustainability Management, or it can be taken as a stand-stand-alone program.

Course instructors include both expert faculty and practitioners, who are leaders in the fields of sustainable finance, economics, accounting, corporate sustainability, and environmental markets, and risk management.

The Certification in Sustainable Finance is geared to professionals with a strong interest in sustainability and finance. The Certification is well-suited to practitioners in one or both of these areas, who desire formal training in sustainable finance, but also to professionals who aspire to enter this field. The certification is applicable to industries such energy, financial services, real estate development, technology, transportation, and utilities.

Courses are offered in the evening on the Columbia University campus to accommodate the schedules of students working full-time. Students may also opt to complete the certification primarily online, along with a multi-day residency in New York.

Click here to listen to an information session discussing the new Online Sustainable Finance Certification option.

The certification can be completed through part-time or full-time enrollment. Students enrolled on a part-time basis can complete the certification requirement in as many as four semesters. Students enrolled on a full-time basis can complete the certification requirements in one semester. The Sustainable Finance Certification requires the successful completion of four courses, or 12 points, from the following course offerings.

SUMA PS4190 Economics of Sustainability Management

SUMA PS5020 Cost Benefit Analysis

SUMA PS5033 Decision Models & Management

SUMA PS5035 GHG Emissions: Measuring and Minimizing the Carbon Footprint

SUMA PS5142 Sustainable Finance

SUMA PS5150 Energy and Sustainable Development

SUMA PS5155 Energy Markets and Innovation

SUMA PS5160 Climate Finance and Sustainable Development

SUMA PS5169 Sustainability Metrics

SUMA PS5195 Accounting, Finance, and Modeling of Sustainable Investments

SUMA PS5197 Financing the Clean Energy Economy

SUMA PS5220 Sustainable Entrepreneurship

SUMA PS5240 Sustainable Agriculture

SUMA PS5320 Sustainable Investing and Economic Growth

SUMA PS5650 Solar Project Development

SUMA PS5700 Ethics for Sustainability Management and Finance

SUMA PS5770 Sustainable Management of Forests

SUMA PS6132 Climate Risk and Scenario Analysis

The students who enroll in the Sustainable Finance Certification are members of the Earth Institute, the School of Professional Studies, and the greater Columbia University community. The Earth Institute reaches across the University to draw and integrate expertise from numerous academic disciplines, in order to propose solutions to some of the world’s most pressing problems. The Earth Institute comprises two dozen research centers, and it is affiliated with more than 30 academic programs. Students who pursue the Certification have access to the Institute’s leading experts in the field of sustainability, as well as the rest of the University’s world renowned faculty. The students study alongside a new generation of problem solvers who are enrolled in the Earth Institute’s academic programs. All students have access to the Earth Institute’s Professional Development program and the hundreds of extracurricular activities that the Institute organizes each year.

Application Type : Master's Affiliated CPA Program

Admission to the program is highly selective. Prospective students interested in learning more about the program are encouraged to meet with the director, the associate director, and the faculty.

Application Deadlines

Enrollment: May 1, 2024

Need help applying? Click here .

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Sustainable Finance Summer School

At the end of this course, students should be able to:

• Identify value creation (and destruction) across financial, social and ecological capital
• Establish risk and return profiles for all types of capital
• Identify the methods for long-term investing
• Know how fundamental equity valuation brings a deeper understanding of companies
• Make capital structure calculations for all types of capital

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Achieving the Sustainable Development Goals is the grand challenge of our time. This course gives insight in ‘how finance can contribute to sustainable development’ and aims to inspire PhD researchers to do research in this field.

The finance transition is about transforming finance from operating on financial value only to working with the concept of integrated value, which combines financial, social and ecological value. The concept of integrated value is approached from an academic angle: how to incorporate social and ecological factors in the cost of capital, the valuation and capital structure of companies?

Students apply the integrated value concept in a group assignment or research proposal.

Assessment is on a Pass/Fail basis. To pass the course, participants must meet the following requirements:

• Attend all sessions
• Actively participate in all sessions
• Prepare essential readings
• Complete at least one group assignment or present an outline of a research proposal

The course builds on a new text book (corporate finance) and recent articles (investment):

Schoenmaker, D. and W. Schramade (2023), Corporate Finance for Long-Term Value , Springer, Berlin, forthcoming . (Chapters will be made available in early June)

Schoenmaker, D. and W. Schramade (2019), ‘Investing for Long-Term Value Creation’, Journal of Sustainable Finance & Investment , 9(4), 356-377.

Zerbib, O. (2022), ‘A Sustainable Capital Asset Pricing Model (S-CAPM): Evidence from Environmental Integration and Sin Stock Exclusion’, Review of Finance , 26(6): 1345-1388.

Additional info

• 1, 2 & 4 July: 09:00-11:45 and 13:00-15:45

To download the timetable of this course, please click here . The timetable is in the local time of Rotterdam, which is CEST (UTC+02:00).

This course is held fully online.

Registration

ERIM PhD candidates (full-time and part-time): register directly via Osiris . Participation free of charge.

Non-ERIM PhD candidates: register via online form . The course fee 500 euro.

RSM/ESE faculty members with ERIM membership and PhD candidates at SIKS: register via  online form . Participation free of charge.

Please note that the number of places for this course is limited. In case the number of registrations exceeds the number of available seats, priority is given to ERIM PhD candidates.

Please contact us at [email protected] if you have questions.

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The SOAS Centre for Sustainable Finance aims to advance the transition to an equitable, low-carbon economy by providing a forum for interdisciplinary research and teaching on sustainable finance and investment.

Located in the  SOAS Department of Economics , the centre seeks to enhance knowledge and understanding of sustainable finance in both the Global North and South and act as a focal point for policy debates in this area.

Centre members are working with and funded by national and international partners, including:

• the UK’s Natural Environment Research Council
• Economic and Social Research Council
• Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO)
• United Nations Environmental Programme
• MAVA Foundation
• ClimateWorks Foundation
• European Climate Foundation
• Alliance for Financial Inclusion
• World Resources Institute

Centre members have convened major capacity building and executive training programmes in sustainable finance and climate risk for numerous central banks and commercial financial institutions. Centre members have also convened courses in climate negotiations, climate finance and sustainable finance for the UK FCDO and the UK Cabinet Office.

As part of its commitment to educating the next generation of sustainable finance scholars and practitioners, the centre runs an annual Summer School on Sustainable Finance and Climate Change  and a master’s course on Green Finance .

Research and collaboration

Research areas open.

The centre’s research and policy work addresses pressing issues, including:

• green financial governance
• the impact of climate risks on public and corporate finances
• the scaling up of low-carbon and resilient investment in vulnerable countries
• climate risk insurance
• mobilising financing for the Sustainable Development Goals
• inclusive green finance
• low-carbon innovation policy and renewable energy investments
• the role of public financial institutions in advancing the green transition

The University Network Open

The Centre for Sustainable Finance hosts the Secretariat of The University Network for Strengthening Macrofinancial Resilience to Climate and Environmental Change . The Network promotes multi-disciplinary academic teaching and research in areas important for strengthening macrofinancial resilience to climate change.

The Network consists of global universities that seek to build capacities to carry out relevant high-quality teaching and research, and acts as a strategic and knowledge partner of major international organisations working in this field.

Global Research Alliance Open

The centre is part of the  Global Research Alliance for Sustainable Finance and Investment , a network of leading research universities, as well as the  International Network for Sustainable Financial Policy Insights, Research, and Exchange , a global research network that feeds into the work of the Network of Central Banks and Financial Supervisors for Greening the Financial System.

It is also a knowledge partner of the  Green Growth Knowledge Partnership  and the  Asia Sustainable Finance Initiative , and host to the  Sustainable Finance Data Initiative , an innovative new venture gathering data on inflows and outflows of climate and sustainable finance in developing and transition economies.

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Sustainable Finance and Investment

Ensure your investment strategies are driven by environmental, social, and governance factors..

With increasing pressure from regulators, investors, and consumers, sustainable finance has moved from a niche concept to a globally recognized strategic priority. 1 This form of financial services, which addresses environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors in investment decisions, is key to addressing some of our global challenges and helping professionals and organizations achieve long-term profitability and success. 

The Sustainable Finance and Investment online program explores this rising industry and gives you the skills to navigate the terminology, activity, drivers, and participants of the ESG ecosystem. Developed by the Yale School of Management Executive Education and guided by the school’s mission to educate leaders for business and society, this online program prepares you to harness ESG data to drive financial performance and investment strategies. You’ll explore the challenges of ESG factors within the context of investment decision-making, as well as its effect on asset pricing and portfolio management models. Using data, you’ll learn to assess the impact of an investment, and examine the role of ESG in debt, novel fixed-income products, and private equity investments.

How does this program differ from the Corporate Sustainability Management: Risk, Profit, and Purpose online program?

The Sustainable Finance and Investment online program focuses primarily on equipping you to make more informed analyses and decisions when investing in sustainable assets and products. The Corporate Sustainability Management: Risk, Profit, and Purpose online program, on the other hand, is designed to help you embed sustainability and sustainable practices into the core of your business strategies.

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Program Dates

Registration closes: April 09, 2024

Start date: April 17, 2024

Program Details

Length: 6 weeks (excluding orientation), online

Commitment: 5–8 hours per week

Fee: $2,800

Outcome: Gain a long-term competitive advantage with sustainable investment strategies that meet investor expectations and drive financial performance.

Yale SOM developed this program to be administered by our program collaborator, GetSmarter. Please direct all program-related inquiries, including questions about fees and registration, to GetSmarter .

Through this program, I've learned about different sustainable investment strategies and the metrics to use when assessing an investment opportunity. I would recommend the program to anyone who needs to take into account sustainability factors in their investment decisions. Regina Zeng

About the Program

What to expect.

• Explore practical tools and models to make financial decisions that consider the environment, society, and institutions
• Gain a roadmap to navigate the ESG ecosystem, data, and metrics
• Understand how ESG factors can be used to derive investment strategies
• Learn how to integrate ESG factors into asset-pricing models and portfolio management, as well as fixed-income and non-public investment products
• Engage with empirical research, real-life data, and interactive experiential learning, as well as a global cohort of business professionals 

Who Should Attend

• Business leaders and executives from the financial sector who are aiming to make sustainable investment decisions
• Executives and senior management professionals who need to budget for sustainable investments and report on returns
• Consultants and risk management professionals who need a broad understanding of the ESG landscape
• Public policy and regulation makers 
• Orientation module
• Module 1: Sustainable investing strategies
• Module 2: Key organizations and tools in sustainable finance
• Module 3: ESG data, metrics, and analytics
• Module 4: Asset pricing and portfolio management
• Module 5: Impact metrics and investing
• Module 6: Diversity of ESG investment products

 I now feel I have a good understanding of the universe of this industry. I know where to go for additional knowledge pursuits, where I need additional training and coursework to be relevant in this field, and the directions I could pursue to align with my passions and past experience. Nicole Rudnick

Program Convener

Senior Lecturer in Sustainability

Todd is a Senior Lecturer in Sustainability at the Yale School of Management with a courtesy appointment at the Yale School of the Environment. He serves as Faculty Co-Director for the Yale Center for Business and the Environment (CBEY) and the Yale Initiative on Sustainable Finance (YISF) as well as Faculty Director of the Executive MBA Program in Sustainability. He serves on a variety of advisory boards including the JUST Capital Scientific Advisory Board, PRIME Coalition Academic Advisory Committee, and Merck Sustainability Advisory Committee. His research and teaching focus on ESG metrics and data and how that information is integrated into corporate and investment strategies.

Registration Information

Registration closes:  July 16, 2024 Program starts with orientation:  July 24, 2024

There are no prerequisites for this program. Register to get started. Our online program partner, GetSmarter, will welcome you and guide you through the steps to secure your place in the program.

Program Fee Assistance

A program fee reduction of 15% is available for those working in the nonprofit or government sectors; Yale University alumni; small groups of 3-6; and those who have previously participated in a Yale Executive Education program with Yale SOM or 2U/GetSmarter.*

*Discounts cannot be combined

This program does not qualify for veteran financial aid or veterans benefits at this time.

Program Collaborator

This program is presented entirely online in collaboration with leader in digital education,  GetSmarter , a 2U, Inc. brand. Technology meets academic rigor in GetSmarter’s people-mediated model, which enables lifelong learners across the globe to obtain industry-relevant skills that are certified by the world’s most reputable academic institutions. This interactive, supportive teaching model is designed for busy professionals and results in unprecedented certification rates for online programs.

View the  Sustainable Finance and Investment  online program on the GetSmarter website.

Modules are released on a weekly basis and can be completed in your own time and at your own pace.

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Students and faculty in the Sustainability subgroup recognize that the role of business is to create and distribute wealth equitably, both within and across generations. They subscribe to the principles of sustainable development, which is development that ‘meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs’. A core assumption of researchers in this group is that the broader social and environmental contexts matter to business and that sustainability is core to effective management of risks and opportunities in today’s world. Researchers in this group are also interested in research with the potential to address broad global challenges and to make the world a better place.

The Sustainability group therefore looks to push the boundaries of current theories and methods. We are excited by new ideas and new approaches, as current theories have not adequately addressed some of the significant macro challenges confronting us. We are also excited by research that has practical implications and engages with real-world problems and phenomena.

The faculty members comprising this group include Diane-Laure Arjaliès, Pratima (Tima) Bansal, Oana Branzei, Jury Gualandris, Patricia Hein, Rob Klassen, Sergio Lazzarini, Deishin Lee, and Wren Montgomery. They have published cutting-edge sustainability research in top journals across disciplines, including Academy of Management Journal, Academy of Management Review, Journal of Business Venturing, Journal of Operations Management, Management Accounting Research, Management Science, Organization Science, and Strategic Management Journal. PhD students in the Sustainability area have also received several awards including the Governor General's Gold Medal (Mark DesJardine, Natalie Slawinski), conference best paper prizes, and have placed at top schools (Tuck School of Business, McGill, etc.).

Ivey's sustainability community is large and active, providing a thriving environment for our Sustainability PhD students. Approximately one third of faculty members across Ivey engage in sustainability research, reflecting its true cross-disciplinary nature (e.g. Janice Byrne, Nadine de Gannes, Alison Konrad, Kirk Kristofferson, Nouri Najjar and Brandon Schaufele, among others). As well, Ivey’s Sustainability group attracts a large number of high-quality doctoral students, post-doctoral students, and international faculty and student visitors. This rich support at Ivey across disciplines and methodological perspectives means the sustainability community at Ivey is vibrant, active and highly generative. Importantly, this structure also offers students the unique opportunity to explore sustainability questions and challenges that cross traditional academic boundaries and ways of seeing the world.

Ivey has gained an international reputation for its sustainability activities. We host the Sustainability PhD Academy that brings together 15 students and 5 faculty from around the world annually in this highly competitive program. Ivey’s annual Sustainability Conference also brings top global sustainability thinkers to Ivey for 2 days of deep conversation with Ivey PhD students and faculty, and aims to build a local community of sustainability scholars that crosses university boundaries. Sustainability doctoral students are also able to access conference and research funding through Ivey’s well recognized Centre for Building Sustainable Value . In addition, the Network for Business Sustainability (NBS) was founded at Ivey. NBS aims to bridge research and practice in order to advance business sustainability. Over 35,000 managers and researchers follow NBS. Finally, Innovation North is located at Ivey, which is taking companies on a journey towards sustainable innovation.

*Please note that Sustainability is a stream under General Management

Areas of Research Focus

• Short-termism, globalization, and scale
• Systems thinking/theory
• Social and environmental entrepreneurship
• Collective and cross-sectoral action for sustainability
• Sustainable and conservation finance
• Impact assessment and integrated reporting
• Circular economy
• Sustainable food supply chains
• Co-evolutionary embedded systems (circular products, business models and supply chains)
• Stakeholder analysis and stakeholder governance
• Inequality and marginalization in organizations
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PhD Student Opportunities

The Sustainability group at Ivey is always happy to hear from superb applicants who are passionate about researching environmental and social sustainability issues. We have one of the largest, most proficient, and most exciting groups of faculty studying business and sustainability in the world. We are always looking to push new boundaries to find solutions to grand challenges, and we are looking for students who are motivated to do that hard but rewarding, timely, and vital work with us!

If that is you, and you are interested in working with one of our faculty members, please begin by familiarizing yourself with their specific research interests, papers, and methods. Then, please reach out to them with a detailed email on why you think you might be a fit with their research program and expertise. You will need a faculty mentor to support your application in order to have the best chance for a successful admission. While not all faculty members have a specific opening posted many will be able to find a spot for an exceptional candidate, so be very prepared and specific when you connect with them to show them you are a candidate worth considering. Please feel free to connect with more than one faculty member, but be sure to tailor your communications rather than sending a general email that is not likely to stand out or receive a positive response.

Note that many of our members are also cross-appointed in other faculty groups, so please check  the various PhD discipline pages for recruiting opportunities that align with your research interests. It may be possible for you to find a fit and apply through one or both disciplines (Business Economics & Public Policy, Entrepreneurship, Operations Management, Strategy etc.). This will still allow you to engage closely with our Sustainability faculty, students, reading group, and programming.

Please feel free to contact Dr.  Sergio Lazzarini with any questions once you have read both this page and the general Ivey admissions  and FAQ pages which cover deadlines, admissions packages, standardized testing, etc.

Thank you for your interest in Sustainability at Ivey, we look forward to hearing from you, and we wish you the best of luck in your academic adventures!

Professor Diane-Laure Arjalies is interested in supervising students willing to push the boundaries of knowledge and practice by doing qualitative and field-based work. Topics include sustainable finance (e.g., impact bonds, conservation finance), non-financial practices and reporting (e.g., impact assessment, accountability in safe and ethical spaces) and issues linked to life on land (e.g., biodiversity, regenerative farming). Interdisciplinary (e.g., political ecology, accounting), Indigenous and decolonizing approaches are welcome.

Professor Bissan Ghaddar's interests lie at the intersection of mathematical optimization and machine learning models and their application to practical problems related to sustainable and smart cities , particularly in the domains of energy, telecom, and transportation systems. In order for smart cities to become a reality, complex optimization problems in the modeling, design, and operation of these future telecom, energy, and transportation systems need to be solved. The developed models can potentially lead to improved policies that will maximize the environmental, social, and financial benefits of these critical sectors.

Professors Diane-Laure Arjaliès, Jury Gualandris and Sergio Lazzarini are interested in students to examine how multiple actors address collective action issues and promote systemic transformation in complex systems. There is a current project on how farmers and actors of the food chain interact with each other and develop communities of practices to define rules of interaction, agree on common principles, and promote sustainable change. This research involves a combination of qualitative and quantitative methods, including field experiments.

Post-graduate Opportunities

The doctoral program in Sustainability is designed for those interested in pursuing academic careers in sustainability at top business schools.

PhD Graduates

Dr. mark desjardine (2016 phd).

Assistant Professor, Pennsylvania State University

The Causes and Consequences of Corporate Short-termism

Corporate short-termism is one of the most significant concerns facing companies and society today. It demands that companies maximize profits in the short term regardless of the long-term consequences. Corporate short-termism can destroy long-run wealth generation, fuel job lay-offs, impede innovation, and neglect society’s social and environmental interests. Paul Polman, CEO of Unilever, declares that short-termism, “lies at the heart of many of today’s problems.”... Read more about this thesis

Dr. Natalie Slawinski (2010 PhD)

Associate Professor, Memorial University

Short on Time: The Role of Organizational Time Orientation in Business

Our research explores the role of time in explaining firm responses to social and environmental issues. We draw on time perspective and other related individual level constructs from the psychology literature, along with research on time from the organizational and sociology literatures, to develop time orientation as a multi-dimensional firm-level construct.... Read more about this thesis

Discipline Coordinator

Sergio Lazzarini

Sergio G. Lazzarini (PhD, 2002, Washington University in St. Louis) is a Professor at Ivey Business School, Western University, and Chafi Haddad Senior Research Fellow at Insper (Brazil). He does research on how public and private actors interact and organize their activities to improve economic and social performance. He is a former Professor at Insper and founder of Insper Metricis, a center for the study of impact measurement and investing. Sergio has held visiting positions at Harvard University (2010, 2012), University of St Gallen (2009), HEC Paris (2014), Insead (2015), Brandeis (2016), Imperial College (2017), the University of Utah (2019), and the University of Toronto (2021-22).

He has published a trilogy of books on public-private interactions: Capitalismo de Laços (Elsevier, 2011; revised edition by Bei Editora, 2018), Reinventing State Capitalism: Leviathan in Business, Brazil and Beyond (Harvard University Press, 2014, with Aldo Musacchio), and The Right Privatization: Why Private Firms in Public Initiatives Need Capable Governments (Cambridge University Press, 2022). His research has also appeared in several journals such as Strategic Management Journal , Academy of Management Journal, Organization Science, Academy of Management Review, Academy of Management Perspectives, Journal of Management Studies, and Strategic Entrepreneurship Journal , among others. His work has received several prizes including the Glueck Best Paper Award of the Strategic Management Division of the Academy of Management (2003), Best Paper Prize of the Iberoamerican Academy of Management Conference (2003), Best Paper Prize of the Strategy Division of the Brazilian Academy of Management (ANPAD, 2005), Best Presentation Prize of the Strategic Management Society Special Conference in Rio (2011), Distinguished Paper Award of the Strategy Division (Cooperative Strategy Track) of the Academy of Management (2020) and the Jabuti Prize for the book Capitalism of Ties (2010). Sergio has been a consultant to several firms and multilateral organizations such as OECD, IDB, and the World Bank, and his research was cited or interviewed by news sources such as The Economist , New York Times , Financial Times , Forbes , BBC , and Bloomberg .

He also served as a member of the Executive Committee of the Strategy Division of the Academy of Management (2008-2010) and as a board member of the International Society for the New Institutional Economics (2009-2011), and is currently the Associate Editor of the Academy of Management Review.

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Postgraduate research opportunities Corporate Sustainability and Sustainable Finance

• Opens:  Wednesday 30 March 2022
• Deadline:  Tuesday 31 May 2022
• Number of places:  2
• Duration:  3 years
• Funding:  Home fee, Stipend

Eligibility

1st class honours/undergraduate degree and an excellent Masters-level qualification or equivalent (highly desirable), in a numerate subject such as finance, economics, operations research, mathematics, statistics and management science, from a recognised academic institution. If English is not your first language, you will also be required to provide evidence such as a recent UKVI recognised English language test (such as IELTS, minimum overall band score of 6.5 with no individual test score below 5.5) or a university degree completed in a recognized English speaking country.

Project Details

These two projects will focus on large international firms. The first project will develop and evaluate metrics to assess sustainability, reputation, and trust. The methodology will be case study and survey based. Measuring then linking corporate sustainability, sustainable finance, Government policy, and organizational trust provides a significant challenge to decision-makers. The second project will develop a cybernetic model capturing the systemic and circular causal relationships between corporate social media communications, shareholder opinion, market reaction, government, public opinion as well as private and public sector influences. As the research from the first project develops it is anticipated there will be synergies with the second in linking and identifying associated influences on key metrics of sustainability, reputation and trust. The second project will be primarily based on SDG (UN Sustainable Development Goals) related social media communications data, supplemented with interviews from relevant experts to structure the model.

Further information

These projects will form part of a collaboration between the School of Management at Politecnico di Milano and the School of Environment, Enterprise and Development at the University of Waterloo.

Strathclyde Business School is committed to supporting a diverse and inclusive postgraduate research population. We make decisions on entry by assessing the whole person and not relying solely on academic achievements. On that basis, please ensure that your application (via your CV and covering letter) can evidence your resourcefulness, commitment and resilience as demonstrated by broader professional and life experiences. This evidence should be centred on your ability to undertake and complete a PhD and contribute to a positive PhD community.

Funding details

Fully-funded scholarship for three years covers all university tuition fees (at UK level) and an annual tax-free stipend. International students are also eligible to apply, but they will need to find other funding sources to cover the difference between the home and international tuition fees. Exceptional international candidates may be provided funding for this difference.

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sustainable finance

Time: August 21-25, 2023

Place: Otaniemi , Espoo, Aalto University School of Business

Instructor : Professor Philipp Krüger (University of Geneva)

NFN Travel Grant: NFN offers Travel Grants for attending PhD students in finance coming from Nordic institutions outside of Finland. To apply for the Travel Grant , please use this this form , and send it to nfn (at) aalto.fi.

Lectures: 20 h of lectures (20 x 45 minutes)

Course description: This PhD course will provide an introduction to the dynamic and fast expanding research area of sustainable finance. We will start by discussing data and measurement related issues. In doing so, we will cover common ways of quantifying the environmental, social, and governance (ESG) profiles of firms, challenges regarding current data and measurement approaches, and also zoom in on the important topics of ESG reporting standards and disclosure requirements . The second part of the course will focus on the abundant research concerned with the financial performance implications of ESG. We will consider performance issues from both the firm and the invstor perspective . The third part of the course will address the topic of greenwashing and more generally institutional investor behavior when it comes to ESG and sustainability considerations. The fourth part will provide an overview of issues related to GHG emissions and discuss climate finance more generally. In the last part of the course, we will study ESG and sustainability considerations in other asset classes (e.g., fixed income or private equity).

Syllabus and reading list: PDF

Access to the articles is subject to your home institutions' subsciptions to the databases. Hard copies of all readings are available for consultation at GSF office (Ekonominaukio 1, room T317)

Lecture notes:

Introduction and overview

Lecture notes 1

Lecture notes 2

Lecture notes 2 Appendix

Lecture notes 3

Lecture notes 4

Lecture notes 4 Appendix

Lecture notes 5

Lecture notes 6

Credit units: 6 ECTS cr.

List of Participants: PDF

Participants: Doctoral students in Finance, Economics and related disciplines . The course is also open for KATAJA as well as FDPE and Helsinki GSE students with sufficient background in finance and/or economics. The course is also open for foreign doctoral students given that there is space in the course.

Examinations

Grading: The grading is based on two compulsory parts of the course: a closed book written exam and a term paper. The total points of the course are 100, and in order to pass the course, one needs at least 50% of the points. In addition, one has to get at least 50% of the points from each part.

Exam weight 50 %

Term paper weight 50 %  

That is, to reach a minimum acceptable grade 1, you must get 25 points from the exam and 25 points from the term paper.  

Term paper d eadline: Sunday, October 22 by midnight. Please return the assignment s to GSF coordinator via email at reetta.ali-alha (@) aalto.fi . Please respect the deadline promptly.

Term paper instructions

Examination date and time: Friday, September 22, at 10:00-12:00 in V001, Ekonominaukio 1, Espoo. Please register for the exam through this link . The registration link will be closed one week prior to the exam

If you wish to take the exam in your home university (other than GSF member university), please see instructions below.

Examination places:

• In Otaniemi : Aalto University School of Business
• In Oulu: University of Oulu
• In Vaasa: University of Vaasa
• In Lappeenranta: Lappeenranta University of Technology
• In Turku: Turku School of Economics
• In Jyväskylä: University of Jyväskylä
• Other locations: Doctoral students in other universities are requested to inform GSF by sending an e-mail to [email protected] if they wish to take the exam in their home universities. Please note that the exam must be written in presence of an exam supervisor. Thus, please submit the name of the exam supervisor at least 14 days before the examination.

Please note: No retake exam will be offered for any reason (beyond your control or not). However, the exam can be taken abroad where suitable exam supervision can be arranged. P ossible p ayment and arrangements for supervision should be made by the student . In case you wish to take the exam abroad, please contact GSF by sending an e-mail to [email protected] at least 14 days before the examination. 

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• Doctoral students of GSF, FDPE and Helsinki GSE : Please register through this link .
• Doctoral students in related fields and doctoral students at foreign universities: Application form can be found here: PDF file or Word file . Please, send in addition to your complete contact information, a report on the status of your doctoral studies, and a brief CV. Please ask also your thesis advisor to send us a short letter of recommendation by-email. All the required documents should be sent by e-mail to [email protected] . All students will be informed of their acceptance soon after the deadline.

The deadline for registering for this course is August 6, 2023.

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Sustainable & Impact Finance

New PhD course focuses on intersection of climate economics, sustainability

By Nathan Allen, February 20th, 2024

Rising to a critical need for more research and leadership in climate finance, Berkeley Haas has joined a group of top universities worldwide in offering an innovative online PhD course focused on the intersection of climate economics and sustainability.

Professors  Adair Morse  and  Panos Patatoukas , co-faculty directors of the  Sustainable & Impact Finance Initiative (SAIF) at Haas , began  co-teaching the online class  called “Financial Economics of Climate and Sustainability” this semester.

They join faculty members from more than 10 schools including Stanford, Harvard, Yale, Columbia, and Oxford, who are teaching this course to a global cohort of nearly 1,000 students from 127 schools across 30 different countries.

The goal is to inspire a new generation of climate leaders to embark on new research that leads to innovative ways of thinking about climate finance, Patatoukas said. “Our job as instructors will be to give them the tools and the frameworks and provide ways for them to start asking interesting questions,” he said.

“Overall, it’s a really good time to more formally train our students in this space. It’s rapidly evolving, it’s messy, it’s not perfect, but that makes it interesting and exciting and an area of growth that is full of opportunities.” —Panos Patatoukas

The course will help create change in two areas. First, it encourages students to work outside of their academic silos and come together to share ideas. “Sometimes, in a business school, we’re thinking about these problems in isolation, but this is definitely a field where everybody has to work with each other to come up with better solutions,” Patatoukas said. Second, the course will encourage students to publish cutting-edge research. “We feel like our students will have an easier time getting published in an area that is so impactful and new where basic questions remain open,” he said.

Each week, professors from different institutions will teach topics including climate, sustainability, and economic theory; corporate carbon disclosure; introduction to climate science; climate and asset pricing; and climate and investment management. All students enrolled in the course for credit will be required to submit an idea for a research project or a plan to review a set of sustainability papers from outside of the course by the last class.

“The timing is perfect for this course,” Patatoukas said. “As consensus has grown worldwide over the climate crisis, a transition to net zero isn’t happening fast enough.”

“The time is perfect for this course. As consensus has grown worldwide over the climate crisis, a transition to net zero isn’t happening fast enough.” —Panos Patatoukas

That’s where mobilizing massive amounts of capital to fight climate change comes into play. An estimated $4 trillion to $5 trillion a year in resources will need to be financed and distributed to address climate global needs, said  Terhilda Garrido , interim executive director of SAIF. “Only a fraction will be provided by governments,” she said. “This course addresses our need to mobilize innovative climate finance quickly, train leaders in finance, and learn from each other, globally. Climate is a global issue requiring global collaboration.”

This article was originally published on Haas Newsroom on February 20th, 2024. The article was originally posted here .

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Stockholm Business School

Doctoral programme in finance.

Are you curious about how financial markets operate, how corporations make financial decisions, or how to manage risks in a portfolio? Are you interested in how financial markets can be made sustainable, or how societies can promote financial stability? Then you should consider the PhD in Finance.

What we offer:

• a world-class course program;
• a fully funded doctoral studentship with a competitive salary;
• a brand new campus close to the city centre as well as nature and recreation.

As a doctoral student you will undergo rigorous training in theory, method and analysis – through individual supervision, coursework, seminars and workshops. No doubt, you will also benefit from being part of an academic community where scholarly dialogue continues outside of the seminar room. Doctoral students are expected to complete their PhD in four years, with possible extension up to five years.

Research environment and research topic

SBS Finance is a highly international group of about twenty faculty members, post-docs, PhD students, and teaching assistants. The group hosts a weekly seminar series, where external as well as internal speakers present their academic research. There are also ad hoc academic events in the form of workshops and conferences.

Research topic

Financial economists study how scarce resources are allocated over time. Financial decisions differ from other allocation decisions in that their costs and revenues are spread over time and not known in advance. To implement their decisions, individuals, companies or other agents use the financial system. The system includes markets for stocks, bonds and other financial instruments, as well as financial intermediaries (such as banks and insurance companies), financial service companies (such as financial advisers) and the bodies that oversee and regulate the financial markets and institutions. The programme is open for thesis proposals on any topic related to Finance.

Current research that our faculty members work on are presented under Research projects in Finance.

Students interested in monetary policy and financial stability can choose to do a specialization in "Money and Finance". The specialization is provided by the Centre for Monetary Policy and Financial Stability (CeMoF), which is a joint venture between the Department of Economics, the Institute for International Economic Studies, and Stockholm Business School.

Read more about Centre for Monetary Policy and Financial Stability (CeMoF)

Programme structure, coursework and thesis

The doctoral programme in Finance comprises 240 higher education credits, or four years of full-time study. This consists of courses worth 105 credits and a dissertation worth 135 credits. The two parts can be followed simultaneously, but most of the course work is typically done during the first half of the study period. Many doctoral students also choose to teach during their studies, thereby extending their funding to up to five years.

The coursework includes mandatory courses in quantitative methods (15 credits) and finance (30 credits), as well as elective courses in fields closely related to finance (60 credits).

As a doctoral student in finance you can follow the course program offered by Stockholm Doctoral Program in Economics, Econometrics, and Finance (SDPE), which is a collaboration between Stockholm university and Stockholm School of Economics. Prior to the first semester, you are encouraged to participate in a Computational Bootcamp.

Read more about the course program offered by Stockholm Doctoral Program in Economics, Econometrics, and Finance (SDPE)

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For the electives, doctoral students in finance often take courses offered at the Swedish House of Finance and at partner universities in the Nordic Finance Network. Students choosing the "Money and Finance" specialization are required to take a course in Monetary Economics at Stockholm university.

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Read more about the course in Monetary Economics

The thesis is developed under the guidance of the supervisors. As a doctoral student at SBS you are assigned one or more supervisors from day one. As you progress with the thesis work you also get feedback at three “milestone seminars”: the thesis proposal seminar, the midway seminar, and the final script seminar. In addition, you are encouraged to present your work at conferences in Sweden and abroad. You are allocated a research budget to cover conference expenses.

At the end of the program, the thesis is assessed at the public dissertation defence. Doctoral theses in finance typically consist of three or more academic articles, of which at least one is solo-authored.

Employment / funding

When you are admitted to the PhD program, you typically also become employed by Stockholm university. The position takes the form of a temporary employment for a maximum of four years of full-time study, conditional on that the studies proceed according to plan. There is no tuition fee and you are paid a monthly salary . The entry level salary currently amounts to SEK 29 700 per month before taxes, increasing up to SEK 34 000 during the course of the program. The program requires you to be based in Sweden, with the main workplace being Stockholm Business School.

Each doctoral student is offered a research budget to cover expenses for courses, conferences, fieldwork, databases, and software. All employees at Stockholm university are also entitled to an annual sum of SEK 3 000 to cover expenses related to health and fitness activities.

Department duty

Many students also choose to teach during their PhD studies, but this is optional. You may take on departmental duty of up to 20% of full time each year, thereby extending your funding for the doctoral programme up to five years. In addition to teaching, the departmental duty may include research assistance and administrative tasks, such as assisting in the organization of academic events.

Application and admission

Eligibility.

Candidates for the doctoral programme in Finance at SBS must fulfil at least one of the following criteria:

• Completed an advanced level degree (master’s degree).
• Completed courses equivalent to at least 240 credits, of which at least 60 credits must be at master’s level.
• Acquired equivalent knowledge in another way, in Sweden or elsewhere.

In addition, the applicant must have successfully completed at least 90 credits in Finance, or equivalent, including a thesis comprising at least 15 credits. Admission to PhD positions is limited and competition for positions is usually tough.

Application

The general period of opening for PhD positions is in the month of January.

Apply for PhD position here, closing date Feb 1st 2024.

Selection criteria

Selection of applicants is made with respect to their ability to benefit from studies at doctoral level. This is assessed on basis of:

• performance in previous higher education studies
• performance in independent written reports and theses
• performance in standardized general knowledge examinations
• letters of recommendation

Short-listed candidates are called to an interview.

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By Ava Wald

When Salucci first began her graduate journey, she debated between the Impact MBA and the Master of Finance programs. Having already received her undergraduate degree in finance from the College, she wanted to expand her skillset and eventually landed on the Impact MBA. Just a couple of weeks into her courses, Salucci discovered the dual degree.

While the program hadn’t officially launched, her finance background gave her an advantage, and she added the Master of Finance program to her courseload.

Two degrees, two years

Launched in fall 2023, the Impact MBA & Master of Finance Dual Degree is the first of its kind at the College of Business. Combining sustainable business education with modern finance, students learn how to integrate financial, social and environmental initiatives while developing in-demand skills necessary for success in a variety of fields.

“With the Impact MBA, I was able to use my creativity and gain more critical thinking skills, whereas with the Master of Finance program, I really got to dive into the technical aspects of finance. It was a good balance of both,” Salucci said.

Not only does the dual degree provide a more efficient and cost-effective option, it also gives students knowledge and skills in two distinct business sectors, allowing them to broaden their networks and have the opportunity to connect with a diverse range of professionals.

“Being able to work with a group of people with such different backgrounds and experiences was really valuable. I learned a lot from the people that I was able to work with in both my Impact MBA cohort and Master of Finance cohort because they all have different skillsets, educations and work experiences,” she said.

Fellowship program offers first-hand experience in sustainable business

Before Salucci began the Impact MBA, she knew very little about sustainability. However, with time she gained a strong command of business challenges and how to integrate sustainable practices to address obstacles. A key part of understanding these methods is learning how to use them in real business settings.

The fellowship program, a signature piece of the Impact MBA, gives students the opportunity to transfer what they learn in the classroom and work with organizations to adapt sustainable business practices. Students often help businesses conduct risk analyses, analyze greenhouse gas emissions or, in Salucci’s case, measure a company’s environmental, social and governance (ESG) data.

For Salucci’s fellowship, she matched with HKS, an architecture firm out of Dallas. The firm was looking to conduct visualization and advanced analysis of their ESG data. It originally planned on hiring a third-party company, but the fellowship program provided a unique opportunity. The prospect of dealing with data analysis and visualization, both of which can be applicable to any job, especially finance, attracted Salucci.

Throughout the fellowship, she worked with several teams within the company to collect data. Salucci aggregated all of HKS’ sustainability data, cleaned it and formatted it into Power BI, a data visualization platform. Within 10 weeks, Salucci had migrated the data into an interactive visual dashboard that the whole company could use.

While she’d worked with organizing Excel data in the past, she’d never had the chance to work with real data and found the experience fun and rewarding.

With Salucci’s visualization, various departments could use the dashboard to understand the environmental and social impact they were making and how they could make improvements.

“I presented the finished dashboard to different teams, and it was their first time seeing the data, so it was really cool to see people’s reactions and interest in it,” Salucci said. “I really feel like I made an impact on that company.”

Looking toward the future

With graduation just around the corner, Salucci looks ahead towards her next steps. She accepted a position with Kiewit Construction as a financial analyst and begins in June, working at their Omaha headquarters in the finance leadership development program.

With a strong passion for finance, she’s excited to begin her role and hopes to bring the skills she’s gained in sustainability and apply them to her position. “I’m hoping to bring sustainability into the conversation no matter where I go because I think it’s really important, and I think that businesses have the largest role in sustainability,” Salucci said.

CSU’s College of Business is building a community of action-oriented leaders focused on using Business for a Better World through its leading-edge research, accessible education and top-rated undergraduate and graduate programs. Connecting the principles of people, planet, profit, and purpose across organizational business goals has earned the College global recognition , including being named one of five Best Business Schools in the world for responsible business education by Financial Times.

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40 Facts About Elektrostal

Written by Lanette Mayes

Modified & Updated: 10 May 2024

Reviewed by Jessica Corbett

Elektrostal is a vibrant city located in the Moscow Oblast region of Russia. With a rich history, stunning architecture, and a thriving community, Elektrostal is a city that has much to offer. Whether you are a history buff, nature enthusiast, or simply curious about different cultures, Elektrostal is sure to captivate you.

This article will provide you with 40 fascinating facts about Elektrostal, giving you a better understanding of why this city is worth exploring. From its origins as an industrial hub to its modern-day charm, we will delve into the various aspects that make Elektrostal a unique and must-visit destination.

So, join us as we uncover the hidden treasures of Elektrostal and discover what makes this city a true gem in the heart of Russia.

Key Takeaways:

• Elektrostal, known as the “Motor City of Russia,” is a vibrant and growing city with a rich industrial history, offering diverse cultural experiences and a strong commitment to environmental sustainability.
• With its convenient location near Moscow, Elektrostal provides a picturesque landscape, vibrant nightlife, and a range of recreational activities, making it an ideal destination for residents and visitors alike.

Known as the “Motor City of Russia.”

Elektrostal, a city located in the Moscow Oblast region of Russia, earned the nickname “Motor City” due to its significant involvement in the automotive industry.

Home to the Elektrostal Metallurgical Plant.

Elektrostal is renowned for its metallurgical plant, which has been producing high-quality steel and alloys since its establishment in 1916.

Boasts a rich industrial heritage.

Elektrostal has a long history of industrial development, contributing to the growth and progress of the region.

Founded in 1916.

The city of Elektrostal was founded in 1916 as a result of the construction of the Elektrostal Metallurgical Plant.

Located approximately 50 kilometers east of Moscow.

Elektrostal is situated in close proximity to the Russian capital, making it easily accessible for both residents and visitors.

Known for its vibrant cultural scene.

Elektrostal is home to several cultural institutions, including museums, theaters, and art galleries that showcase the city’s rich artistic heritage.

A popular destination for nature lovers.

Surrounded by picturesque landscapes and forests, Elektrostal offers ample opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, camping, and birdwatching.

Hosts the annual Elektrostal City Day celebrations.

Every year, Elektrostal organizes festive events and activities to celebrate its founding, bringing together residents and visitors in a spirit of unity and joy.

Has a population of approximately 160,000 people.

Elektrostal is home to a diverse and vibrant community of around 160,000 residents, contributing to its dynamic atmosphere.

Boasts excellent education facilities.

The city is known for its well-established educational institutions, providing quality education to students of all ages.

A center for scientific research and innovation.

Elektrostal serves as an important hub for scientific research, particularly in the fields of metallurgy, materials science, and engineering.

Surrounded by picturesque lakes.

The city is blessed with numerous beautiful lakes, offering scenic views and recreational opportunities for locals and visitors alike.

Well-connected transportation system.

Elektrostal benefits from an efficient transportation network, including highways, railways, and public transportation options, ensuring convenient travel within and beyond the city.

Famous for its traditional Russian cuisine.

Food enthusiasts can indulge in authentic Russian dishes at numerous restaurants and cafes scattered throughout Elektrostal.

Home to notable architectural landmarks.

Elektrostal boasts impressive architecture, including the Church of the Transfiguration of the Lord and the Elektrostal Palace of Culture.

Offers a wide range of recreational facilities.

Residents and visitors can enjoy various recreational activities, such as sports complexes, swimming pools, and fitness centers, enhancing the overall quality of life.

Provides a high standard of healthcare.

Elektrostal is equipped with modern medical facilities, ensuring residents have access to quality healthcare services.

Home to the Elektrostal History Museum.

The Elektrostal History Museum showcases the city’s fascinating past through exhibitions and displays.

A hub for sports enthusiasts.

Elektrostal is passionate about sports, with numerous stadiums, arenas, and sports clubs offering opportunities for athletes and spectators.

Celebrates diverse cultural festivals.

Throughout the year, Elektrostal hosts a variety of cultural festivals, celebrating different ethnicities, traditions, and art forms.

Electric power played a significant role in its early development.

Elektrostal owes its name and initial growth to the establishment of electric power stations and the utilization of electricity in the industrial sector.

Boasts a thriving economy.

The city’s strong industrial base, coupled with its strategic location near Moscow, has contributed to Elektrostal’s prosperous economic status.

Houses the Elektrostal Drama Theater.

The Elektrostal Drama Theater is a cultural centerpiece, attracting theater enthusiasts from far and wide.

Popular destination for winter sports.

Elektrostal’s proximity to ski resorts and winter sport facilities makes it a favorite destination for skiing, snowboarding, and other winter activities.

Promotes environmental sustainability.

Elektrostal prioritizes environmental protection and sustainability, implementing initiatives to reduce pollution and preserve natural resources.

Home to renowned educational institutions.

Elektrostal is known for its prestigious schools and universities, offering a wide range of academic programs to students.

Committed to cultural preservation.

The city values its cultural heritage and takes active steps to preserve and promote traditional customs, crafts, and arts.

Hosts an annual International Film Festival.

The Elektrostal International Film Festival attracts filmmakers and cinema enthusiasts from around the world, showcasing a diverse range of films.

Encourages entrepreneurship and innovation.

Elektrostal supports aspiring entrepreneurs and fosters a culture of innovation, providing opportunities for startups and business development.

Offers a range of housing options.

Elektrostal provides diverse housing options, including apartments, houses, and residential complexes, catering to different lifestyles and budgets.

Home to notable sports teams.

Elektrostal is proud of its sports legacy, with several successful sports teams competing at regional and national levels.

Boasts a vibrant nightlife scene.

Residents and visitors can enjoy a lively nightlife in Elektrostal, with numerous bars, clubs, and entertainment venues.

Promotes cultural exchange and international relations.

Elektrostal actively engages in international partnerships, cultural exchanges, and diplomatic collaborations to foster global connections.

Surrounded by beautiful nature reserves.

Nearby nature reserves, such as the Barybino Forest and Luchinskoye Lake, offer opportunities for nature enthusiasts to explore and appreciate the region’s biodiversity.

Commemorates historical events.

The city pays tribute to significant historical events through memorials, monuments, and exhibitions, ensuring the preservation of collective memory.

Promotes sports and youth development.

Elektrostal invests in sports infrastructure and programs to encourage youth participation, health, and physical fitness.

Hosts annual cultural and artistic festivals.

Throughout the year, Elektrostal celebrates its cultural diversity through festivals dedicated to music, dance, art, and theater.

Provides a picturesque landscape for photography enthusiasts.

The city’s scenic beauty, architectural landmarks, and natural surroundings make it a paradise for photographers.

Connects to Moscow via a direct train line.

The convenient train connection between Elektrostal and Moscow makes commuting between the two cities effortless.

A city with a bright future.

Elektrostal continues to grow and develop, aiming to become a model city in terms of infrastructure, sustainability, and quality of life for its residents.

In conclusion, Elektrostal is a fascinating city with a rich history and a vibrant present. From its origins as a center of steel production to its modern-day status as a hub for education and industry, Elektrostal has plenty to offer both residents and visitors. With its beautiful parks, cultural attractions, and proximity to Moscow, there is no shortage of things to see and do in this dynamic city. Whether you’re interested in exploring its historical landmarks, enjoying outdoor activities, or immersing yourself in the local culture, Elektrostal has something for everyone. So, next time you find yourself in the Moscow region, don’t miss the opportunity to discover the hidden gems of Elektrostal.

Q: What is the population of Elektrostal?

A: As of the latest data, the population of Elektrostal is approximately XXXX.

Q: How far is Elektrostal from Moscow?

A: Elektrostal is located approximately XX kilometers away from Moscow.

Q: Are there any famous landmarks in Elektrostal?

A: Yes, Elektrostal is home to several notable landmarks, including XXXX and XXXX.

Q: What industries are prominent in Elektrostal?

A: Elektrostal is known for its steel production industry and is also a center for engineering and manufacturing.

Q: Are there any universities or educational institutions in Elektrostal?

A: Yes, Elektrostal is home to XXXX University and several other educational institutions.

Q: What are some popular outdoor activities in Elektrostal?

A: Elektrostal offers several outdoor activities, such as hiking, cycling, and picnicking in its beautiful parks.

Q: Is Elektrostal well-connected in terms of transportation?

A: Yes, Elektrostal has good transportation links, including trains and buses, making it easily accessible from nearby cities.

Q: Are there any annual events or festivals in Elektrostal?

A: Yes, Elektrostal hosts various events and festivals throughout the year, including XXXX and XXXX.

Elektrostal's fascinating history, vibrant culture, and promising future make it a city worth exploring. For more captivating facts about cities around the world, discover the unique characteristics that define each city . Uncover the hidden gems of Moscow Oblast through our in-depth look at Kolomna. Lastly, dive into the rich industrial heritage of Teesside, a thriving industrial center with its own story to tell.

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