Advanced Certificate in Sustainable Procurement Module 4: Leading Procurement in Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG)

Innovation & Business Improvement

Next Intake: 25 Aug 2025 (Mon)

Basic
SkillsFuture
Short Courses
This module is part of Advanced Certificate in Sustainable Procurement

This module is conducted in-person.

Next course starts on

25 Aug 2025 (Mon) See Full Schedule

Fee

SGD2,180* (as low as SGD254 after maximum funding) Learn More

Duration

2 days
Weekday (9am - 5pm)

Level

Basic

Who Should Attend

Procurement professionals, supply chain professionals, corporate social responsibility managers
Professionals with an interest in sustainable procurement

PREREQUISITES

There are no prerequisites for this programme. Prior knowledge on any of the topics is not required.

Overview

Transform procurement strategies and become a leader in ethical and sustainable practices with this comprehensive course, specifically designed to equip participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to navigate the complexities of procurement while championing ethical principles and sustainability initiatives. Participants will explore strategies for implementing responsible sourcing practices, leading sustainable procurement initiatives, and aligning procurement strategies with broader sustainability goals. They will be equipped with the skills to effectively engage and communicate ethical and social sustainability principles and procurement practices with stakeholders and emerge as ethical procurement leaders equipped to drive positive change within their organisations.

Learning Objectives

At the end of the 2-day module, participants will be able to:

• Embody leadership qualities with a commitment to ethical conduct and social responsibility in procurement issues

• Understand Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) factors and their implications in sourcing and procurement decisions

• Drive positive change and accountability in sustainable procurement practices

• Learn the strategies and techniques in engaging stakeholders on issues relating to ethical procurement practices

Assessment

As part of the requirement for SkillsFuture Singapore, there will be an assessment conducted at the end of the course. The mode of assessment, which is up to the trainer’s discretion, may be an online quiz, a presentation or based on classroom exercises.

Participants are required to attain a minimum of 75% attendance and pass the associated assessment in order to receive a digital Certificate of Completion issued by Singapore Management University.

Calculate Programme Fee

Fee Table

COMPANY-SPONSORED

PARTICIPANT PROFILE

SELF-SPONSORED

SME

NON-SME

Singapore Citizen < 40 years old

Permanent Resident

LTVP+

$654

(After SSG Funding 70%)

$254

(After SSG Funding 70%
+ ETSS Funding 20%)

$654

(After SSG Funding 70%)

Singapore Citizen ≥ 40 years old

$254

(After SSG Funding 70%
+ MCES Funding 20%)

$254

(After SSG Funding 70%
+ ETSS Funding 20%)

$254

(After SSG Funding 70%
+ MCES Funding 20%)

International Participant

$2,180

(No Funding)

$2,180

(No Funding)

$2,180

(No Funding)

All prices include 9% GST

Please note that the programme fees are subject to change without prior notice.

Post Secondary Education Account (PSEA)
PSEA can be utilised for subsidised programmes eligible for SkillsFuture Credit support. Click here to find out more.

Self Sponsored

SkillsFuture Credit: Singapore Citizens aged 25 and above may use their SkillsFuture Credits to pay for the course fees. The credits may be used on top of existing course fee funding.

This is only applicable to self-sponsored participants. Application to utilise SkillsFuture Credits can be submitted when making payment for the course via the SMU Academy TMS Portal, and can only be made within 60 days of course start date.

Please click here for more information on the SkillsFuture Credit. For help in submitting an SFC claim, you may wish to refer to our step-by-step guide on claiming SkillsFuture Credits (Individual).
Workfare Skills Support Scheme: From 1 July 2023, the Workfare Skills Support (WSS) scheme has been enhanced. Please click here for more details.

Company Sponsored

Enhanced Training Support for SMEs (ETSS)

Organisation must be registered or incorporated in Singapore
Employment size of not more than 200 or with annual sales turnover of not more than $100 million
Trainees must be hired in accordance with the Employment Act and fully sponsored by their employers for the course
Trainees must be Singapore Citizens or Singapore Permanent Residents
Trainees must not be a full-time national serviceman
Trainees are eligible for ETSS funding only if their company's SME status is approved prior to the course commencement date. To verify your SME's status, please click here.

Please click here for more information on ETSS.

Absentee Payroll