Course Name: Ethical Sourcing and Sustainability in Supply Chain Course
Duration: 5 days
Mode: Online
Format: Lecture, case studies, group activities, and quizzes
Target Audience: Supply chain professionals, procurement managers, sustainability officers, and business leaders
Course Objective
This course is designed to equip professionals with the knowledge, tools, and strategies needed to implement ethical sourcing and build sustainable, future-ready supply chains. Participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of global standards, green procurement, circular economy practices, labor rights, and emerging technologies—empowering them to make responsible sourcing decisions that align with corporate values, regulatory requirements, and environmental goals.
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Identify and evaluate ethical suppliers using recognized certifications and frameworks
- Design and implement sustainability action plans across supply chains
- Integrate green procurement practices and perform life cycle assessments
- Apply circular economy principles in product and supply chain design
- Ensure fair labor practices and conduct ethical compliance audits
- Foster long-term, ethical supplier relationships and manage sustainability risks
- Track, measure, and report on sustainability performance using data-driven tools
- Stay compliant with evolving global regulations and standards
- Leverage AI, blockchain, and other innovations to drive transparency and impact
Course Outline
Module 1: Foundation of Ethical Sourcing
• Defining Ethical Sourcing: What It Really
Means
• Key Standards and Certifications (Fair
Trade, SA8000, etc.)
• Identifying Ethical Suppliers: What to Look
For
• Aligning Ethical Sourcing with Corporate
Strategy
Module 2: Building a Sustainable Supply Chain
• Understanding Sustainability in the Supply
Chain Context
• The Environmental Impact of Global Supply
Chains
• Mapping the Supply Chain for Sustainability
Gaps
• Creating a Sustainability Action Plan
Module 3: Green Procurement Practices
• What Is Green Procurement? Principles and
Benefits
• Choosing Eco-Friendly Products and
Suppliers
• Life Cycle Assessment: Measuring Product
Impact
• Green Procurement Tools and
Technologies
Module 4: Circular Economy and Supply Chain Innovation
• Understanding the Circular Economy: From
Waste to Resource
• Designing Products for Reuse, Repair, and
Recycling
• Case Studies in Circular Economy Success
• Implementing Circular Economy Practices in
Your Supply Chain
Module 5: Labor Rights and Fair Trade in Supply Chain
• Ensuring Fair Labor Practices Across
Suppliers
• Social Audits: Evaluating Suppliers’ Ethical
Compliance
• The Role of Fair Trade in Global Supply
Chains
• Building a Supply Chain Free from Child
Labor and Exploitation
Module 6: Supplier Relationship Management for Sustainability
• Building Long-Term, Ethical Partnerships with
Suppliers
• Supplier Code of Conduct: Ensuring
Compliance
• Collaboration and Innovation in Supplier
Relationships
• Managin
Module 7: Measuring and Reporting Sustainability
• Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for
Sustainability
• Tools for Tracking and Measuring Ethical
and Sustainable Impact
• Transparent Reporting: Sharing Your
Sustainability Success
• Continuous Improvement Through Data
Driven Decisionsg Supplier Risks: From Ethics to
Environmental Concerns
Module 7: Measuring and Reporting Sustainability
• Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for
Sustainability
• Tools for Tracking and Measuring Ethical
and Sustainable Impact
• Transparent Reporting: Sharing Your
Sustainability Success
• Continuous Improvement Through Data
Driven Decisions
Module 8: Navigating Regulatory Compliance and Global Standards
• Overview of Key Regulations (e.g., REACH,
Dodd-Frank Act)
• Ensuring Compliance with Global Supply
Chain Laws
• How to Prepare for Audits and Certifications
• Staying Ahead of Regulatory Changes
Module 9: Future Trends in Ethical Sourcing and Sustainability
• The Role of AI and Blockchain in Supply Chain Transparency
• Emerging Technologies to Drive Sustainability
• Predicting the Future of Ethical Sourcing
• Ethical Sourcing in the Age of Consumer Activism
Course Administration Details:
METHODOLOGY
The instructor-led trainings are delivered using a blended learning approach and comprise presentations, guided sessions of practical exercise, web-based tutorials, and group work. Our facilitators are seasoned industry experts with years of experience, working as professionals and trainers in these fields. All facilitation and course materials will be offered in english. The participants should be reasonably proficient in english.
ACCREDITATION
Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued with a Skyrokers Training & Consultancy Intitute certificate, certified by the National Industrial Training Authority (NITA).
TRAINING VENUE
The training can be held at Skyrokers Institute Training Centre or virtually. For physical participants, the course fee covers the course tuition for, training materials, two break refreshments, and lunch. All participants will additionally cater to their travel expenses, visa application, insurance, and other personal expenses.
ACCOMMODATION AND AIRPORT PICKUP
Accommodation and airport pickup are arranged upon request. For reservations contact the Training Officer.
Email: info@skyrokersinstitute.com
skyroker.trainers2010@gmail.com
Phone: +254756887750
TAILORED COURSE FOR YOU
This training can also be customized to suit your needs upon request. You can have it delivered in our Skyrokers Training Centre or at a convenient location. For further inquiries, please contact us on:
Email: info@skyrokersinstitute.com
skyroker.trainers2010@gmail.com
PAYMENT
Payment should be transferred to the Skyrokers Training & Consultancy account through a bank on or before the start of the course. Proof of payment can be sent to:
| Training Mode | Local clients | Non-local clients |
|---|---|---|
| In-Person | Ksh0 | USD0 |
| Online/Virtual | Ksh10,000 | USD80 |
| Self-paced (LMS) | Ksh0 | USD0 |
