Course Highlights

• Explore family investment opportunities through a systems thinking lens
• Learn about impact investment opportunities in life sciences and healthcare, energy transition, climate technology, manufacturing, and social impact from experts in those sectors
• Engage in dynamic discussions with faculty, guest speakers, and peers
• Leave with a game plan for investments that will maximize impact
• Earn a certificate of course completion from the MIT Sloan School of Management

Course Description

The term “Impact Investing” is widely used, but it means different things to different people. To some, it implies investing in ESG products or based on certain ethical considerations. To others, it refers to investments that may or may not have any financial return, but benefit society. Impact investing is one of the fastest growing segments of the financial system filled with opportunities and challenges worth exploring. In true MIT style, this course applies a systems thinking approach to quantify and define these terms and provide family offices, endowments and foundations, and institutional investors with new tools and frameworks for creating both value and impact.

Organized as a combination of presentations and industry-specific expert panel discussions, this course begins with a unified framework for evaluating all types of impact investments, and then dives deeper into the life sciences and healthcare, energy transition, climate technology, manufacturing, and social sectors. The course draws on MIT’s vast ecosystem of thought leaders in these sectors as well as other experts from around the world. Individuals and family teams will leave this course with a game plan for investments that build a legacy for their futures while also generating financial return.

While individual enrollment is possible, we encourage group attendance by families and designated decision-makers.

Applying to the course

We accept enrollments until the offering reaches capacity, at which point we will maintain a waitlist. Many of the courses fill up several weeks in advance, so we advise that you enroll as early as possible to secure your seat.

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