World’s First Free Accredited Training Platform for Sustainable and Responsible Investing by DIFC

World’s First Free Accredited Training Platform for Sustainable and Responsible Investing by DIFC

Programme will be offered through DIFC Academy and powered by Candriam, a recognised pioneer and leader in sustainable investing

Candriam Academy will offer eight modules accredited by the Dubai Legal Affairs Department

As part of Dubai's commitment to be the region's most sustainable financial city and to develop human capital skills needed for the future, DIFC Academy has partnered with Candriam Academy to offer the world's first free-to-access accredited training platform for sustainable and responsible investing.

The partnership between the DIFC and Candriam is in line with the UAE Vision 2021 to build a competitive knowledge-based economy by developing local capabilities and investing in education.

Candriam is a recognised pioneer and leader in sustainable investing, integrating ESG (Environment, Social, Governance) factors across all its investment processes and managing more than $50 billion in pure ESG funds and mandate managing. It is also an affiliate of New York Life Investments, which ranks amongst the biggest asset managers in the world.

Candriam launched the Candriam Academy in 2017 to raise awareness, education and knowledge on the topic of sustainable investing via an innovative