In this module, you will learn why the private sector is an essential partner for achieving the SDGs. Focused on UNDP's approach, involving networking, blended finance, guarantees and digital finance, the module introduces key terminology and approaches to accessing capital for SDG investment.

This module is one of three focused on unlocking private capital and aligning business operations. We recommend that you complete each of the following modules in order:

1. Introduction to Unlocking Private Capital and Aligning Business Operations for the SDGs
2. Unlocking Private Capital: Introduction to SDG Investment Project Pipelines
3. Unlocking Private Capital: Introduction to Accessing Capital for SDG Investment

Additional content related to Unlocking Private Capital includes:

• Aligning Business Operations with the SDGs (a component of the module ‘Introduction to Impact Management and Measurement, and Finance Tracking’)
• Supporting an Enabling Policy Environment for SDG Finance (a component of the module ‘Introduction to Integrated National Financing Frameworks and Portfolios’)