Impacts of Sustainable Operations and Supply Chains
This course is part of Sustainable and Resilient Operations and Supply Chains.
This comprehensive course explores sustainable operations and supply chain management through Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) frameworks. Developed in collaboration with Siemens Digital Industries Software, it provides practical tools and strategies for measuring environmental performance, communicating sustainability initiatives, and ensuring compliance with international standards. Students will learn to use Lifecycle Assessments and navigate global reporting frameworks such as the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) and UN Sustainable Development Goals. The course emphasizes ethical labor practices, human rights protection, and fair trade principles in global supply chains. It also covers building supplier partnerships that prioritize sustainable procurement, transparency, and ethical sourcing. Upon completion, learners will be equipped to implement sustainability strategies that balance business objectives with environmental and social responsibility, and can receive an industry-recognized digital badge as part of the "Design for the Circular Economy" collection.
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What you'll learn
Analyze Corporate Social Responsibility and ESG frameworks to develop effective sustainability strategies
Evaluate and measure environmental performance using Lifecycle Assessments and other tools
Navigate global reporting frameworks like GRI, CSRD, and UN Sustainable Development Goals
Implement strategies to ensure compliance with international labor standards
Develop approaches to protect human rights in global supply chains
Leverage fair trade practices to enhance corporate responsibility
Skills you'll gain
This course includes:
3.2 Hours PreRecorded video
13 assignments
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Batch access
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There are 4 modules in this course
This course provides a comprehensive exploration of sustainable operations and supply chain management through the lenses of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) frameworks. It emphasizes the practical aspects of implementing sustainability initiatives, measuring environmental performance using tools like Lifecycle Assessments, and communicating results through global reporting frameworks. The curriculum addresses crucial social impacts in global supply chains, focusing on ethical labor practices, human rights protection, and fair trade principles. Students learn to develop effective supplier partnerships that balance business objectives with environmental and social responsibility. The course combines theoretical foundations with practical case studies from companies like Patagonia, Apple, and Walmart to provide actionable strategies for enhancing supply chain resilience and sustainability in diverse industries.
Introduction to Impacts of Sustainable Operations and Supply Chains
Module 1 · 7 Hours to complete
Environmental Impacts and Metrics for Sustainable Operations & Supply Chains
Module 2 · 5 Hours to complete
Social Impacts of Sustainable Operations and Supply Chains
Module 3 · 5 Hours to complete
Developing Partnerships for Sustainable Operations and Supply Chains
Module 4 · 5 Hours to complete
Fee Structure
Individual course purchase is not available - to enroll in this course with a certificate, you need to purchase the complete Professional Certificate Course. For enrollment and detailed fee structure, visit the following: Sustainable and Resilient Operations and Supply Chains
Instructor
Lockheed Martin Professor of Engineering Management
Dr. Christy Bozic is the Lockheed Martin Professor of Engineering Management at the University of Colorado Boulder, where she bridges the gap between engineering education and industry careers. Joining the university in 2015, she has played a pivotal role in developing business acumen among students through her focus on engineering entrepreneurship and innovation management. With an extensive background in both academia and corporate roles, including positions as a Global Business Manager at TDK Corporation and Sales Engineer for Federal Mogul Automotive, she brings a wealth of real-world experience to her teaching.
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