Climate Adaptation Finance Professional

Climate change stands as one of the defining issues of our time, presenting risks and opportunities for both the financial sector and the global economy.  Within this context, financial institutions play a crucial role in steering the transition towards low-carbon and climate-resilient development, including aligning portfolios with Paris-compatible financing, integrating climate-related risks, and harmonising short-term cycles with long-term thinking.

Recognising the existing knowledge gap and the growing significance of Climate Change Adaptation Finance in East Africa, the Frankfurt School of Finance and Management, together with Makerere University Business School and the African Research & Impact Network, supported by the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) and the Royal Danish Embassy in Kampala have designed an interactive e-learning course aimed at equipping financial professionals in East Africa with the necessary knowledge and tools needed to proactively employ finance to address climate adaptation.

The Training Approach

Embark on a dynamic learning journey with our innovative Blended Learning Programme, featuring e-learning modules and a 2-day Classroom Event in Kampala. Complement your e-learning experience with two elective classroom training days, allowing for interactive and immersive learning experiences.

A Guide to Your Learning Journey

The climate change adaptation finance programme provides a comprehensive overview of climate change and its impacts, covering topics such as:

• Unit 1 (Webinar): Introduction to climate change, climate finance, and relevant international and national stakeholders.
• Unit 2 (Webinar): Mainstreaming climate change within financial institutions.
• Unit 3 (Self-paced learning): Addressing market imperfections related to adaptation finance.
• Unit 4 (Self-paced learning): Building a business case for adaptation.
• Unit 5 (Webinar): Investment opportunities.
• Unit 6 (Self-paced learning): Financial instruments.
• Unit 7 (Self-paced learning): Measuring, Reporting, and Evaluating Adaptation

After successfully completing the e-learning course, you will also be able to attend 2-day Physical training to delve deeper into the topics. The details of the on-site training will be shared at a later stage of the e-learning journey.

Target Audience

This programme is exclusively open to senior bankers from tier 1-3 financial institutions, managers operating at the executive level within insurance firms, regulators, advisors, and consultants who specialize in assisting banks with developing adaptation strategies, and other stakeholders in the financial sector in East African countries. 

The Benefits of Joining Our Programme

• Gain Insight: Deepen your understanding of climate change and finance, exploring their intersections and implications.
• Career Boost: Develop skills and qualifications essential for career advancement in this critical field.
• Recognised Certification: Earn a prestigious certificate, validating your expertise in climate change adaptation finance.
• Networking Opportunities: Connect with peers, engage in stimulating discussions, and participate in a two-day training session to expand your professional network.
• Cutting-Edge Learning: Experience innovative e-learning tools and methodologies, ensuring an engaging and dynamic learning journey.
• Personalised Schedule: Receive a comprehensive course schedule, allowing you to tailor your learning pace while meeting programme deadlines.

Applications are open until August 15th.

To apply, click the registration link below. Fill in all necessary information, including personal information, work experience, and your motivation for applying. Submit and confirm your application.

The CAFP Team will review applications after the deadline. Selected participants will be notified at the beginning of September.

The program runs from September to December. It includes an e-Learning component with a final exam. There will be a 2-day physical training session in Kampala, Uganda, in January-February 2025.

Important Dates:

• Application Deadline: August 15th
• Notification: Early September
• Program Duration: September to December
• Physical Training: January-February 2025

We look forward to your application!

 -> Register here: Application Process

Tuition Fee

Programme Value:                                                                 950 EUR

Special Subsidized Fee for 32 Selected Participants:         650 EUR

If you have any questions concerning the Climate Change Adaptation Finance Training, please do not hesitate to contact us directly.

Frankfurt School Team (Alexandra Kinywamaghana and Khayala Sadikhova) – e-campus@fs.de