Blended Finance as a Business Tool: What It Is, Why It Works and How to Start
Course
Blended finance is emerging as a powerful tool for businesses seeking to unlock investment, manage risk and scale sustainable solutions. By combining public, private and philanthropic capital, companies can address financing challenges and advance initiatives that contribute to sustainable development.
In this course, you will explore the fundamentals of blended finance and its growing strategic relevance for businesses. Drawing on insights from the United Nations Global Compact CFO Coalition for the SDGs’ Business-Led Blended Finance Playbook, the course introduces practical approaches for evaluating, structuring and advancing blended finance opportunities. Participants will gain insights into real-world applications, common challenges and key tools to help bring blended finance conversations into their organizations.
What you will learn
- Understand the fundamentals of blended finance and its role in sustainable business growth.
- Explore how businesses can use blended finance to mobilize capital and manage investment risks.
- Learn how companies are leveraging blended finance to unlock investment and scale sustainable initiatives.
- Identify key challenges and lessons from real-world blended finance transactions.
- Discover tools and frameworks to evaluate and structure blended finance opportunities.
- Gain practical guidance for advancing blended finance discussions within your organization.
Who should take this course
This course is ideal for professionals involved in sustainable finance, investment strategy, business development and organizational decision-making, including:
- Finance Professionals
- Sustainability Professionals
- Strategic Planning & Business Development Professionals
- Governance Professionals
- Climate & Environmental Professionals
- Legal Professionals
- Small & Medium Sized Companies