Executive Certificate in Behavioral Economics for Social Impact Investors
Published on June 23, 2025
About this Podcast
HOST: Welcome to our podcast, today we're talking with [Guest Name], an expert in Behavioral Economics and the instructor for the new course, 'Executive Certificate in Behavioral Economics for Social Impact Investors'. Hi [Guest Name], can you tell us a bit about this exciting new program? GUEST: Sure, this course is designed to help philanthropists, impact investors, and nonprofit leaders maximize their social impact. It focuses on understanding decision-making biases and cognitive psychology to design effective social programs and behavioral interventions. HOST: That sounds fascinating. Can you share an example of how decision-making biases might affect social impact investing? GUEST: Absolutely. One common bias is overconfidence, where investors may overestimate their ability to pick successful investments. This can lead to riskier decisions and potentially lower overall impact. HOST: Interesting. And how does the course address these biases? GUEST: We provide evidence-based strategies to identify and mitigate these biases, helping learners make more informed, impactful decisions. HOST: What are some current trends in social impact investing that you're seeing? GUEST: There's a growing emphasis on measuring and reporting social impact, as well as integrating environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors into investment decisions. HOST: That's important. Now, what are some challenges that learners might face when studying this subject? GUEST: The biggest challenge is often applying these concepts in real-world situations. We address this by providing practical examples and case studies throughout the course. HOST: And finally, where do you see the future of social impact investing heading? GUEST: I believe we'll continue to see more data-driven decision-making, greater collaboration between investors and nonprofits, and a stronger focus on long-term, sustainable impact. HOST: Thank you, [Guest Name], for sharing your insights with us today. If you're interested in learning more about the 'Executive Certificate in Behavioral Economics for Social Impact Investors', visit our website to learn more and apply. Until next time, keep exploring and stay curious!
