Overview
Apply ethical sourcing principles and supplier selection criteria aligned with ISO 20400 and global sustainability frameworks., Evaluate labor rights, fair working conditions, and compliance with international standards like ILO and SA8000., Implement transparency, traceability, and environmental sustainability strategies within global supply-chain operations., Develop governance, reporting, and stakeholder communication frameworks for ethical and ESG-driven supply chains.
This course is designed for ESG professionals, supply-chain managers, procurement specialists, and sustainability officers who want to integrate ethics, transparency, and environmental responsibility into supply-chain operations.
No prior experience required — ideal for professionals seeking to build or enhance ethical supply-chain skills.
This course contains the use of artificial intelligence. Led by Dr. Amar Massoud, a seasoned expert with decades of academic and professional experience, it combines cutting-edge AI support with human insight to deliver content that is precise, practical, and easy to follow. You’ll gain the clarity of structured learning and the confidence of being guided by a recognized authority.
In today’s interconnected world, building an ethical supply chain is not just a moral imperative—it’s a strategic advantage. Ethical Supply Chain Step by Step gives you the knowledge and tools to embed fairness, transparency, and sustainability into every link of your organization’s global operations.
You will begin by understanding the core principles of ethical supply-chain management, exploring why responsible sourcing and supplier accountability have become central to modern business success. The course then takes you through the foundations of ethical sourcing, including supplier selection, fair labor practices, and environmental standards aligned with ISO 20400, SA8000, and ISO 14001 frameworks.
Through real-world examples drawn from GreenTrade Logistics Ltd., our model company, you’ll see how ethical policies translate into measurable performance improvements—reducing risk, enhancing reputation, and strengthening supplier relationships.
The course also explores traceability technologies and ESG reporting, showing how digital tools like blockchain and IoT improve visibility and stakeholder confidence. You’ll learn to develop governance frameworks, implement ethical performance KPIs, and communicate progress effectively through ESG and GRI-aligned reporting.
By the end of this course, you’ll be able to:
Evaluate and manage ethical risks in procurement and operations.
Design supplier codes of conduct and audit programs.
Implement sustainability initiatives that reduce waste and emissions.
Communicate transparently with investors, regulators, and customers through ethical reporting.
Whether you’re an ESG professional, supply-chain manager, or sustainability consultant, this course equips you with the practical insight and frameworks to lead responsible, data-driven transformation in your organization. Step by step, you’ll gain the skills to make your supply chain both ethical and competitive in the global marketplace.
Dr. Amar Massoud
PhD in computer science and IT manager with 35 years technical experience in various fields including IT Security, IT Governance, IT Service Management , Software Development, Project Management, Business Analysis and Software Architecture. I hold 80+ IT certifications such as :
ITIL 4 Master, ITIL 3 Expert
ISO 27001 Auditor, ComptIA Security+, GSEC, CEH, ECSA, CISM, CISSP, CISA
PGMP, MSP
PMP, PMI-ACP, Prince2 Practitioner, Praxis, Scrum Master
COBIT 2019 Implementor, COBIT 5 Assessor/Implementer
TOGAF certified
Lean Specialist, VSM Specialist
PMI RMP, ISO 31000 Risk Manager, ISO 22301 Lead Auditor
PMI-PBA, CBAP
Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, ISO 9001 Implementer
Azure Administrator, Azure DevOps Expert, AWS Practitioner
And many more.