Strategic Approaches to Banking Business and Sustainable Development Goals

This book offers a comprehensive exploration of strategic approaches to banking within the context of sustainable development goals (SDGs). In a world grappling with urgent social, environmental, and economic challenges, banks have a unique role in contributing to sustainable development. This book bridges the gap between theory and practice, offering a strategic framework that enables banks to integrate the SDGs into their decision-making processes. Divided into five parts, it covers essential topics such as green finance, financial inclusion, ethical banking, remittances, and macroeconomic stability, providing a comprehensive understanding of the role of banks in sustainable development. Through case studies, empirical research, and theoretical insights, the book offers practical guidance for aligning banking business strategies with SDGs. Whether you are a banking professional seeking to align your institution's practices with sustainable development, a policymaker crafting regulations for responsible banking, a researcher exploring the potential of sustainable finance, or a student aspiring to understand the role of banks in driving positive change, this book provides essential insights and guidance for leveraging the power of banking to create a more sustainable future. It will also appeal to multinational organizations like the IMF and World Bank, as well as monetary authorities, including central banks. It combines rigorous analysis with practical recommendations, making it an essential resource for anyone interested in the intersection of banking and sustainable development.

Offers a strategic roadmap for SDG-aligned banking Presents practical insights for sustainable banking Bridges theory and practice

Auteur

Ibrahim Nandom Yakubu is a Lecturer at the UDS School of Business. He is a highly motivated and accomplished researcher with expertise in inclusive finance, financial markets, corporate governance, and sustainability. He is a member of the African Accounting and Finance Association (AAFA) and serves as an associate editor for the Review of Business Management (RBGN) and the Cureus Journal of Business and Economics. With a strong quantitative background, Dr. Ibrahim Nandom has published several book chapters and research articles addressing critical issues in sustainability.

Contenu

Chapter 1: Banking Business Models and Sustainable Development: Challenges and Opportunities.- Chapter 2: Banking and Insurance Sector Dynamics and Greening Considerations.- Chapter 3: Green Finance Initiatives in Banking Institutions.- Chapter 4: Fintech Innovations for Sustainable Banking.- Chapter 5: Islamic Banks' Investment in Green Sukuk and Sustainable Development in the UAE.- Chapter 6: Microfinance and Women's Economic Empowerment in Nigeria: Challenges and Policy Perspective.- Chapter 7: The Impact of Financial Inclusion on Economic Growth: Does Institutional Quality Matter?.- Chapter 8: The Interplay Between Financial Inclusion and the Sustainable Development Goals Index in ASEAN-5 Countries.- Chapter 9: Leveraging Central Bank Digital Currency for Sustainable Development in Emerging Economies: Challenges and Strategic Approaches.- Chapter 10: Ethical Banking and Growth of Small and Medium Enterprises in Emerging Economies.- Chapter 11: Gender Equality and Women's Empowerment in Banking.- Chapter 12: Driving Change: Examining the Role of Digital Remittances in Achieving SDG 10.c.- Chapter 13: Charting the Course to SDG 4: Examining the Impact of Remittance Flows on School Enrolment.- Chapter 14: The Politics of CSR in the Banking Sector: How Does It Aligns with the SDGs of No Poverty and Quality Education?.- Chapter 15: Examining Sustainable Economic Growth, Unemployment, and Inflation: The Roles of Financial Development and Legal Systems.- Chapter 16: Monetary Policy and Inclusive Growth in the Era of Economic Uncertainty: Navigating Challenges and Opportunities.- Chapter 17: The Effect of Monetary Policy and Global Economic Policy Uncertainty on Bank Credit Risk.