The diploma prepares professionals to design, implement, and manage supply chains that are sustainable, secure, and socially responsible. The program focuses on global standards such as ISO 14001, ISO 28000, ISO 19011, and the ISO 59000 series, integrating best practices in circular economy, risk management, and social accountability. Participants gain expertise in aligning supply chains with Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), ethical manufacturing practices, and effective auditing techniques. This diploma equips learners with practical skills to apply circular economy principles, enhance resilience, and drive innovation in supply chains. Graduates will emerge as sustainability leaders, capable of ensuring compliance, fostering strategic value creation, and promoting environmentally and socially responsible practices within their organizations. |
Total Credit Hours: 12 |
| Number of Courses: 04 |
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Sustainable Supply Chain and Development Goals |
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Fundamentals of sustainable supply chain management & Alignment with Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). |
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Introduction to relevant ISO standards (ISO 14001 for environmental management, ISO 20400 for sustainable procurement). |
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Supply Chain Security and Risk Management |
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Supply chain security challenges and risk assessment. |
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ISO 28000 for supply chain security management systems. |
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Ethical manufacturing principles (WRAP certification). |
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Risk mitigation strategies and resilience building. |
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Social Accountability and Auditing in Supply Chains |
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Social accountability standards (SA 8000) & Ethical trade frameworks (SMETA, BSCI). |
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Workplace conditions, fair labor practices, and compliance audits. |
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Managing supplier relationships to ensure social responsibility. |
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ISO 19011 guidelines for auditing management systems. |
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Supplier audit frameworks and Code of Conduct (CoC) audits. |
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Planning, conducting, and reporting supply chain audits. |
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Continuous improvement strategies for supply chain processes. |
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Circular Economy Systems and Standards |
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Introduction to the Circular Economy |
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Overview of ISO Circular Economy Standards |
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ISO 59004: Framework and principles for implementing the circular economy. |
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ISO 59010: Guidelines on circular business models. |
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ISO 59020: Measuring and assessing circularity. |
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Measuring and Evaluating Circular Economy Performance & Integrating Circular Economy Standards into Supply Chains |
| Who can apply?
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Who has a minimum of 14 years of education |
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Consultants in the field of Management systems and standards |
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A Professional in the field of |
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Education, Training etc. |
Contact: Standardization, Certification & Quality Control Center, Faculty of Quality & Industrial System Engineering, University of the Punjab, Lahore. Email: coordinator.scqcc@pu.edu.pk, director.scqcc@pu.edu.pk |
