Sustainability in Supply Chains

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This short learning programme aims to provide an overview of the knowledge and skills required to implement and manage sustainable practices throughout a supply chain.

  • Duration: 2 -3 Hours or Self Paced
  • Publisher: LearnHUB, Powered by Regent Business School
  • Certification: A Certificate of Completion will be issued to all candidates who successfully complete the requirements of the programme.
  • Take your time and ensure to carefully engage with every aspect of this course, to ensure adequate preparation for the final assessment. A minimum of 80% is required to pass.
  • Understand the basic principles and concepts of sustainability within supply chain management.
  • Be familiar with sustainability frameworks and standards.
  • Reflect on the need for long-term thinking and planning in supply chain management to ensure sustainability.
  • Display knowledge of strategies to measure, monitor, and reduce the carbon footprint of supply chain activities.
  • Understand the social impacts of supply chain activities, including labour practices and community engagement.
  • Be aware of ethical sourcing practices, including fair trade, and ensuring human rights are respected throughout the supply chain.
  • Display knowledge of strategies for sustainable procurement and supplier management to ensure economic viability.
  • Understand circular economy principles to reduce waste and enhance resource efficiency.
  • Understand of regulations and standards related to sustainability in supply chains.
  • Reflect on the need to innovate and find new ways to improve sustainability in supply chains.
  • Display knowledge of key performance indicators (KPIs) for measuring sustainability in supply chains.
  • Be aware of techniques for engaging with stakeholders, including suppliers, customers, and communities, to promote sustainability.

Course Content

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Lesson 1: Introduction to Sustainable Supply Chain Management
Lesson 2: Sustainability Frameworks and Standards
Lesson 3: Environmental Sustainability in Supply Chains
Lesson 4: Social Sustainability in Supply Chains
Lesson 5: Economic Sustainability and Risk Management
Lesson 6: Implementing and Measuring Sustainability in Supply Chains
Illustrative Scenario
Additional Resource material
Final Assessment