Introduction

Strathmore University Business School (SBS) is excited to introduce the Strategic Leadership in Inclusive Finance Programme. It is tailored for senior professionals looking to enhance their finance and leadership skills to address global challenges related to the 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

The programme is tailored for individuals and professionals working to design and scale financial products and services that drive inclusion and contribute towards the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Participants who are also working in the broader financial ecosystem e.g. banks, fintechs, insurance, regulatory bodies, central banks will also find the programme beneficial.

Programme Objective

By combining strategic thinking with real-world applications, the programme aims to deepen participants’ understanding of today’s business environment, empowering leaders to drive meaningful social impact in their organizations and communities.

Participants will explore the latest advancements in Inclusive Finance, digital technologies, and impact-driven financial instruments. The course provides practical insights and strategies to tackle pressing social and economic issues.

Key Focus Areas

Participants will cover the following areas:

• Introduction to Inclusive Finance
• Designing Inclusive Financial Products and Services
• Risk Management in Inclusive Finance
• Social Impact Measurement and Management
• Navigating Regulatory and Ethical Considerations
• Strategic Integration of Inclusive Finance

Key Learning Outcomes

By the end of the programme, participants should be able to:

• Gain insights into the global, regional and local financial landscape including opportunities and challenges facing leaders of financial institutions, development partners and investor groups
• Combine capital and grants from foundations, public-private partnerships, development finance institutions (DFIs) with ESG and impact investments
• Measure the impact on local communities served and the success of partnerships and other forms of collaborations with diverse organizations
• Appreciate how to strike a balance between commercial viability and social mission
• Build negotiation skills to build resilient and lasting partnerships with public and private institutions
• Create innovative and technologically driven business models that provide financial services to marginalized communities

Target Participants

The course is particularly useful for practitioners working in the financial sector, specifically in microfinance, banking, insurance, and fintech companies.

The course is also beneficial for financial sector regulators and policymakers who want to gain insights into the role finance can play in driving positive social outcomes for local communities.

This programme is highly recommended for:

• Managers and financial professionals in banks, MFIs, fintech, cooperatives, and insurance companies
• Representatives from NGOs, development agencies, or corporate foundations
• Managers of social enterprises, Corporations, and/or entrepreneurs with a social mission
• Impact investors, angel investors, philanthropists, venture capitalists, and professionals from private equity firms
• Sustainability and ESG professionals
• Policy makers and civil servants

Programme Delivery

The delivery of the course employs a combination of interactive lectures, discussions, reflections and case studies delivered by sustainable finance and financial inclusion experts (both academics and practitioners).

The case methodology as a learning technique gives participants a chance to analyse real scenarios, and participate in collaborative problem-solving.

The mode of delivery is In-Person at the SBS Campus.

Faculty

To address the need for practical hands-on learning the course will be taught by a mix of industry practitioners and highly qualified faculty.

Our faculty members bring a diverse range of perspectives and approaches to the programme, ensuring that participants receive a comprehensive and well-rounded education.