L'investissement à impact : les nouvelles frontières from Coursera

Dans ce 3e MOOC, nous allons explorer les nouvelles frontières de l’investissement à impact, autrement dit les perspectives d’évolution de ce secteur en fort développement : ses nouvelles tendances, ses innovations, ses prochains horizons.

Les différents modules explorent différentes perspectives :

Le 1er module vise à remettre en perspective le développement de l’investissement à impact par rapport à la finance durable de manière générale et à l’investissement conventionnel, afin d’identifier leurs convergences et divergences.

Le 2e module se consacrera aux leviers de développement de l’investissement à impact pour augmenter les encours sous gestion.

Le 3e module sera dédié à quelques outils en mesure de valoriser l’extra-financier habituellement absent des considérations d’investissement, au travers de ce qu’on appelle les “dispositifs de paiement aux résultats”, au premier rang desquels on trouve le contrat à impact.

Enfin, dans le 4e module, nous mettrons le cap sur le “Sud” afin de constater et d’évaluer le développement de l’investissement à impact dans ces pays, d’en identifier les enjeux spécifiques et les potentiels leviers de développement.

A l’issue de ce 3e MOOC, vous serez en mesure :

1) D’appréhender les dynamiques d’évolution des différentes formes de la finance durable, notamment celles de l’investissement à impact, ainsi que sa progression par rapport à l’investissement conventionnel

2) D’identifier les ressorts concrets qui permettront à l’investissement à impact de se développer et de s’étendre dans les années à venir

3) De décrire le fonctionnement de plusieurs outils qui permettent à l’investissement à impact de relever le défi de valoriser la valeur extra-financière créée pour la société et l’environnement

4) D’expliquer enfin quels sont les enjeux et les leviers de développement de l’investissement à impact dans les pays dits “du Sud”.

What's inside

Syllabus

L’évolution du marché de l’investissement à impact vs. celle du marché de l'investissement conventionnel

Que représente le marché de l'investissement à impact comparé au marché de l'investissement conventionnel ? Quelles sont les perspectives d'évolution de l'investissement à impact ?

Les leviers de développement de l’investissement à impact

Comment contribuer au développement de l'investissement à impact ? Quels sont les leviers à envisager ? Comment les actionner ?

Les dispositifs de paiement aux résultats

Qu'est-ce qu'un dispositif de paiement aux résultats ? Quels dispositifs ont été développés jusqu'à présent ? Comment fonctionnent-ils ? Quels sont les autres dispositifs à envisager à l'avenir ?

Les défis du Sud

Comment se structure l'écosystème de l'impact dans les pays du Sud ? Quels sont les opportunités et les points faibles ? Quelles sont les perspectives d'évolution ?

Good to know

Know what's good

, what to watch for

, and possible dealbreakers

Présente des perspectives nouvelles et innovantes dans le domaine de l’investissement à impact, telles que les évolutions du marché, les outils d’évaluation et les leviers de développement

Apporte des connaissances approfondies sur l’investissement à impact à différents niveaux de développement, notamment les tendances émergentes et les défis spécifiques des pays du Sud

Offre une approche pratique, avec des modules consacrés aux leviers de développement et à l’utilisation d’outils d’évaluation

Fournit un aperçu global du marché de l’investissement à impact, comparé à l’investissement conventionnel, permettant de saisir les évolutions et les opportunités

Enseigné par des experts reconnus dans le domaine, Thierry Sibieude

Nécessite une compréhension préalable de l’investissement durable et de l’investissement à impact

Reviews summary

Highly rated impact investing course

This course is highly rated by students, with 5 out of 7 reviews giving it a 5-star rating. Students praise the course for its comprehensiveness, diverse perspectives, and practical tools. While the course is described as slightly long, students appreciate the real-world examples and insights from experts in the field of impact investing.

Provides practical tools and frameworks.

"Merci pour toutes ces connaissances et outils que vous avez su partager avec nous"

Features interviews with industry professionals.

"des voix très diverses"

"Great interviews, mostly with French entrepreneurs and Impact investors."

Covers a wide range of topics in impact investing.

"Un cours excellent !Complet et synthétique"

"Permet de découvrir d'autres exemples d'Impact Investing"

Some students found the course to be a bit long.

"a bit too long with just a little bit more info compared to the 1st and 2nd MOOC of the Specialization which were great."

Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in L'investissement à impact : les nouvelles frontières with these activities:

Reach out to professionals in the field of impact investing for guidance and mentorship

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Build your network and gain valuable insights. Identify and reach out to professionals in the field of impact investing who can provide guidance, support, and share their experiences.

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Attend industry events or join online communities to connect with professionals
Research and identify individuals who align with your interests and career goals
Craft a professional email or message introducing yourself and requesting mentorship

Review statistics and probability

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Investment decisions rely on the ability to predict economic outcomes. To prepare for this course, review fundamental concepts in statistics and probability.

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Read course notes from previous coursework or a statistics textbook
Practice solving probability problems and statistical equations

Create a glossary of investment terms

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Build a strong understanding of the language and terminology used in impact investing. Create a glossary of unfamiliar terms you encounter throughout the course.

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Identify unfamiliar investment terms while engaging with course materials
Look up definitions and record them in a glossary
Add examples or explanations to provide context

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Attend a virtual discussion or join a study group focused on impact investing

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Connect with fellow learners and industry professionals. Participate in virtual discussions or join a study group to share insights, ask questions, and enhance your understanding of impact investing.

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Search for virtual discussions or study groups on impact investing platforms or online forums
Prepare questions or discussion points related to the course material
Attend the discussion or study group, actively participating and engaging with others

Solve practice problems and case studies on impact investing valuation

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Strengthen your analytical skills. Engage in practice problems and case studies to develop proficiency in valuing impact investments and understanding their financial and social returns.

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Find practice problems and case studies online or in textbooks
Attempt to solve the problems independently
Compare your solutions to provided answers or discuss with peers

Develop a presentation on the challenges and opportunities of impact investing in developing countries

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Deepen your understanding by sharing knowledge. Create a presentation that synthesizes your learnings on the unique challenges and opportunities of impact investing in developing countries.

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Research and gather information on impact investing in developing countries
Outline the presentation structure and key points
Develop visuals and supporting materials to illustrate your findings
Practice presenting your findings clearly and effectively

Attend an online or in-person workshop on impact investing measurement and reporting

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Gain practical knowledge and insights. Attend a workshop on impact investing measurement and reporting to learn best practices, tools, and strategies for evaluating and communicating the impact of your investments.

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Research and identify relevant workshops
Register for the workshop and prepare any necessary materials
Attend the workshop, take notes, and engage with experts and peers

Career center

Learners who complete L'investissement à impact : les nouvelles frontières will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Impact Measurement and Evaluation Specialist

Impact Measurement and Evaluation Specialists design and implement systems to measure and evaluate the social and environmental impact of investments. This course may be useful for understanding the principles and practices of impact measurement and evaluation. It can provide insights into how to develop and use impact metrics to assess the performance of impact investments and how to communicate the results of impact evaluations.

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Impact Investor

Impact Investors make investments with the intention of generating both financial returns and positive social or environmental impact. This course may be useful for those interested in understanding the strategies and challenges of impact investing. It can provide a comprehensive overview of the field, including the different types of impact investments, the measurement and reporting of impact, and the role of impact investing in promoting sustainable development.

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Sustainability Reporting Specialist

Sustainability Reporting Specialists develop and implement sustainability reporting systems for organizations. This course may be useful for understanding the principles and practices of sustainability reporting. It can provide insights into how to develop and use sustainability metrics to communicate the ESG performance of organizations and how to align sustainability reporting with international standards.

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Social Entrepreneur

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ESG Analyst

ESG Analysts evaluate the environmental, social, and governance performance of companies. This course may be useful for gaining a comprehensive understanding of the principles and practices of sustainable finance. It can provide insights into the growing importance of ESG factors in investment decision-making and equip individuals with the knowledge to assess the ESG performance of companies.

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Development Finance Officer

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Philanthropy Advisor

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Corporate Social Responsibility Manager

Corporate Social Responsibility Managers develop and implement CSR strategies for organizations. This course may be useful for understanding the principles and practices of CSR. It can provide insights into how to develop and implement CSR programs that align with the values and mission of the organization and how to measure and communicate the results of CSR initiatives.

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Sustainability Consultant

Sustainability Consultants provide advice to organizations on how to improve their environmental and social performance. This course may be useful for those interested in understanding the latest developments in sustainable finance and how it can be leveraged to drive positive change. It can provide a foundation for understanding the role of impact investing in promoting sustainability and creating a more inclusive and equitable economy.

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Nonprofit Manager

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Venture Capitalist

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Private Equity Investor

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Investment Banker

Investment Bankers provide financial advice to corporations and governments on mergers, acquisitions, and other transactions. This course may be useful for those interested in gaining insights into the latest trends and innovations in sustainable finance. It can provide valuable knowledge about the development and execution of investment strategies that align with environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles.

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Financial Analyst

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Portfolio Manager

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