Course aim

This course aims to introduce the principles and core subjects of sustainable procurement, and how to implement sustainable procurement, based on ISO 20400:2017 guidelines.

The course draws on the latest evidence to consider how the concept of sustainable procurement is developing, how organizations are responding to the challenges and opportunities, and where sustainable procurement is heading.

Course description

This course will introduce learners to sustainable procurement principles and practices, as outlined in existing international guidance, ISO 20400:2017.

The course explains how procurement is impacted by, and impacts on, issues of social, environmental, and economic sustainability.

Examples of sustainable procurement activity covering policy, strategy, and processes are detailed to illustrate how sustainability-related considerations may be implemented, in the context of the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and with reference to current guidance on sustainable procurement, provided in ISO 20400:2017.

How will I benefit?

As an introductory course to sustainable procurement and ISO 20400, this course will help learners to:

• Identify the elements of a sustainable procurement strategy
• Gain awareness of procurement’s role in contributing to a fairer society and economy
• Consider how sustainable procurement may change your organisation’s current activities and practices
• Understand the use and benefits of a formal and strategic approach to sustainable procurement, adopting key principles and practices in support of the UN SDGs and as outlined in ISO 20400:2017 – sustainable procurement – guidance.

What will I learn?

Upon completion of this introductory on-demand training course, learners will be able to:

• Explain how procurement can make a positive contribution to sustainable development
• Explain the key elements of ISO 20400:2017
• Describe and explain the fundamental principles of sustainable procurement
• Explain the key considerations for implementing sustainability into an organization’s procurement policy and strategy
• Outline strategies for integrating sustainability into procurement practices and governance
• Describe and explain how sustainability can be integrated in procurement processes

Who should attend?

Sustainable procurement is relevant to any organization, in any sector, in any country, through their supply chain management activities, operations, and business relationships.

Sustainable procurement is also relevant across functions, and at different levels, so awareness and understanding is necessary across an entire organization. Suggested job roles include:

• General employees and those new to sustainable procurement
• Employees with responsibility for sustainable procurement policy and practice
• Employees involved in, and with responsibilities for, making sustainable procurement decisions

How will I learn?

Our on-demand courses allow learners access to knowledge-based content in real time, anywhere, and at anytime. Using established learning and interactive digital technology, on-line attendees are guided through the course content, at their own pace, providing opportunity to review, test knowledge and confirm understanding, as they progress through the course.

What will I gain?

On completion, you’ll be awarded an internationally recognized BSI training course certificate.

Prerequisites

ISO 20400 Sustainable Procurement – Awareness on-demand training course

Modules

• ISO 20400:2017 Sustainable Procurement Introduction - Module 1
• ISO 20400:2017 Sustainable Procurement Introduction - Module 2
• ISO 20400:2017 Sustainable Procurement Introduction - Module 3
• ISO 20400:2017 Sustainable Procurement Introduction - Module 4
• ISO 20400:2017 Sustainable Procurement Introduction - Module 5
• ISO 20400:2017 Sustainable Procurement Introduction - Module 6