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Certified ESG and Responsible Procurement Expert

Online Certification  ·  11 Week  ·  Globally Recognised  ·  (CESG3)

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Executive Summary

Certified ESG and Responsible Procurement Expert

Designed for today’s high-impact professionals, the Certified ESG and Responsible Procurement Expert (CESG3) delivers a rigorous Advanced-level curriculum that equips participants with the knowledge, tools and frameworks needed to excel in procurement, sourcing, contract management and supply chain operations.

This 11 Week programme is structured around CIPS, ISO and recognised procurement and supply-chain standards, ensuring every graduate applies internationally validated methods to real-world challenges.

GLI’s CESG3 holders are recognised by leading organisations across Africa, the Gulf, Europe and the Americas as qualified, results-driven professionals. Whether you are advancing your current career or transitioning into new responsibilities, this certification provides the competitive edge you need in 2026 and beyond.

Programme Overview

Certification at a Glance

Certification
Certified ESG and Responsible Procurement Expert
Acronym
CESG3
Category
Procurement & Supply Chain
Level
Advanced
Duration
11 Week
Delivery Mode
100% Online
Assessment
Online Examination
Certificate
Digital + Physical
CPD Eligibility
CPD Accredited
Alumni Benefits
GLI Network Access
Self-Paced
USD 399
Live Virtual
USD 599
Target Audience

Who Should Enrol?

  • Procurement and Purchasing Officers
  • Supply Chain and Logistics Professionals
  • Contract and Category Managers
  • Warehouse and Inventory Managers
Programme Inclusions

Everything Included in Your Enrolment

  • All study materials and study guide
  • Access to GLI online learning portal
  • Online examination and assessment
  • Digital certificate and digital badge
  • Physical certificate (shipped to you)
  • CPD credits for professional bodies
  • GLI alumni network membership
  • Facilitator and tutor support
  • Resource downloads and reference library
  • Automatic enrolment confirmation
Certification Benefits

Why This Certification Matters for Your Career

Career Advancement
Accelerate your career towards senior procurement, category and supply-chain leadership roles
Professional Recognition
Credential aligned with CIPS, ISO and recognised procurement and supply-chain standards
Operational Excellence
Drive cost savings, supplier quality and supply chain resilience
Compliance Readiness
Master the standards, compliance and ethical governance central to procurement
Business Performance
Deliver measurable value through strategic sourcing and contract management
Global Employability
Qualify for procurement roles across corporates, NGOs, government and international organisations worldwide
Competency Framework

Core Competencies You Will Develop

✦Responsible Procurement Principles
✦Supplier Due Diligence
✦Ethical Sourcing
✦Green Product Specifications
✦Sustainable Contracting
✦Sustainable Procurement Reporting
Course Curriculum

Programme Modules

The full programme, module by module.

Core CurriculumModules 1–20 · specific to Certified ESG and Responsible Procurement Expert · module 20 is the capstone
1
ESG and Procurement Foundations
Sustainable procurement principles and standards · Conflicts of interest and procurement ethics · Procurement and contract value · Procurement and contract management
2
Responsible Procurement Principles
Responsible and sustainable procurement · Fair trade and responsible supply · Responsible use of agrochemicals and inputs · Responsible and explainable AI
3
Sustainable Procurement Policies
Sustainable supply chains: influence beyond your own operations · Carbon, scope 3 and sustainable logistics · Sustainable food systems, loss and climate resilience · Sustainable finance: green bonds, taxonomies and ESG investing
4
Supplier ESG Screening
Supplier codes of conduct and audits · Climate and sustainability responsibility · Sustainability and climate responsibility · Sustainability standards and frameworks
5
Supplier Due Diligence
Third-party compliance: due diligence and oversight of those who act for you · Supplier onboarding and due diligence · Social sustainability and human rights due diligence · Embedding sustainability: governance, incentives and getting it into decisions
6
Environmental Procurement Criteria
Environmental and social safeguards · Soil environmental quality: structure, contamination and erosion · Livestock environmental load: manure, emissions and siting · Farm environmental compliance, management plans and auditing
7
Social Procurement Criteria
Procurement and stock management for health commodities · Procurement and asset management under donor rules · Procurement's contribution to organisational strategy · Environmental, social and governance (ESG)
8
Ethical Sourcing
Ethical sourcing and modern slavery · Sustainability, handover and what happens after the project · Supervision, reflective practice and practitioner sustainability · Sustainability of microfinance
9
Human Rights in Supply Chains
ESG in supply chains: due diligence and human rights · The human rights framework: obligations, duty bearers and rights holders · Social responsibility and human rights · Human rights monitoring and documentation
10
Modern Slavery and Labour Risks
Life-cycle and footprint analysis · Reporting and disclosure · Green finance and incentives · Agrochemical and pesticide stewardship
11
Green Product Specifications
Resource efficiency and circular practice · Continuous environmental improvement · Circular economy and waste reduction · Renewable energy technologies, resource and system design
12
Sustainable Supplier Selection
Supplier evaluation and selection · Capacity and resource optimisation · Market analysis and environmental scanning · Greenhouse-gas reduction
13
ESG Supplier Risk Assessment
Risk and vulnerability assessment · Security assessment, vulnerability management and remediation · Hazardous energy and lockout/tagout · Forage, pasture and feed conservation
14
Sustainable Contracting
Belonging, culture and employee resource groups · Housekeeping and workplace environment · Integration with quality and environment · Environmental aspects, impacts and compliance obligations
15
Supplier ESG Performance
Supplier relationships, performance and development · Hostile-environment awareness · Resource allocation and capital discipline · Environmental scanning: PESTLE and horizon scanning
16
Responsible Procurement Data
Disclosure and notes · Brand safety and responsible marketing · Sustainability and responsible marketing · Climate-smart agriculture principles
17
Sustainable Procurement Reporting
Evaluation use: reporting findings that change decisions · Land preparation, tillage and conservation agriculture · Energy on the farm: solar, biogas and efficiency · Regenerative and conservation agriculture practices
18
Supplier Improvement Programmes
Organisational maturity, assessment and improvement programmes · Leadership development: designing programmes that transfer · Sustainable soil management · Receiving a disclosure
19
ESG Supply Chain Auditing
Supply chain design: configuration, trade-offs and cost to serve · Value-chain and supply-chain finance · Third-party and supply-chain risk · Supply chain visibility and control towers
20
Responsible Procurement Strategy
Data ethics, privacy and responsible analytics · Sustainability and HSE integration · Integrating HSE and environment · Procurement strategy: what to buy, how, and from whom
Professional ElectivesModules 21–30 · common to all GLI certifications · broaden your professional range
21
Strategic Communication and Executive Presentation
Vision, purpose and translating direction into work · Audience-centred communication and message structure · Executive leadership: the board interface and enterprise stewardship · Persuasive structure: framing, evidence and the ask
22
Leadership and Team Effectiveness
Leadership identity, style and the limits of style · Leadership assessment, feedback and continuous self-review · What critical reasoning is and what it is not · Situational and adaptive leadership
23
Analytical Thinking and Evidence-Based Reasoning
Creativity and critical-thinking development · Analytical techniques and bias · Evidence-based improvement · Problem framing: symptoms, definition and scope
24
Professional Decision-Making
Managerial decision-making, bias and decision rights · Escalation and decision-making · Decision support: briefs, options and judgement under pressure · Decision frameworks: criteria, weighting and trade-offs
25
Negotiation, Influence and Stakeholder Management
Negotiation preparation: interests, options and the walk-away · Power, followership and organisational politics · Negotiation: preparation, interests and value creation · Concessions, anchoring and the shape of a bargain
26
Project and Execution Management
Proposals, bids and the business case · Project roles and the project manager · Developing the project business case · Planning, scheduling and personal workflow systems
27
Financial Literacy for Professionals
Financial reporting standards and their application · Financial management for the operating manager · Liquidity, funding and balance sheet management · Management accounting: costing, budgeting and decision support
28
Digital Skills, AI and Technology for Professionals
Digital workplace, collaboration and user support · Productivity, collaboration and workflow tools · Tools for interaction and collaboration · Working with data: quality, interpretation and honest presentation
29
Ethics, Governance and Professional Accountability
Ethical leadership: integrity, tolerated behaviour and moral courage · Ethics, conduct and speaking up · Business development risk, ethics and integrity · AI for managers: adoption, oversight and governance
30
Personal Effectiveness, Productivity and Career Growth
Emotional competence: awareness, regulation and expression · Self-awareness, strengths and the accuracy of self-image · Emotional intelligence and self-regulation · Priority: outcomes, importance and the urgency trap

Every module opens in the learning portal with its full lesson set, worked examples, further reading and video masterclasses. 30 modules · 150 lessons.

Learning Outcomes

What You Will Achieve

  • Establish a comprehensive understanding of Certified ESG and Responsible Procurement Expert principles aligned with CIPS, ISO and recognised procurement and supply-chain standards
  • Apply evidence-based methods to improve procurement, sourcing, contract management and supply chain operations
  • Master sourcing, category management and supplier selection and contract management and negotiation
  • Apply logistics, warehousing and distribution and supply chain risk, resilience and continuity in real-world settings
  • Lead risk management, quality and compliance relevant to your field
  • Design stakeholder engagement and professional communication strategies
  • Use data-driven decision-making and performance-measurement tools effectively
  • Apply internationally recognised best practice to advance your career in procurement
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common Questions

What is the CESG3 certification?

The Certified ESG and Responsible Procurement Expert is a professional certification awarded by the Global Leadership Institute. It covers 20 core modules specific to ESG and Responsible Procurement Expert, culminating in the capstone “Responsible Procurement Strategy”, plus 10 professional elective modules common to all GLI certifications. Candidates study through the online portal, submit the capstone project and sit a final examination; those who pass receive a verifiable certificate carrying a unique certificate ID.

Who should enrol in the CESG3?

This certification is ideal for Procurement and Purchasing Officers, Supply Chain and Logistics Professionals, Contract and Category Managers and Warehouse and Inventory Managers, and other professionals seeking to formalise their expertise in procurement, sourcing, contract management and supply chain operations with a globally recognised credential.

How long does the CESG3 certification take to complete?

The programme is structured over 11 Week and offers flexible learning modes. Self-paced learners can progress at their own schedule, while live virtual participants follow a structured cohort schedule with facilitator-led sessions.

Is the CESG3 internationally recognised?

Yes. GLI certifications are recognised across 100+ countries and are aligned with CIPS, ISO and recognised procurement and supply-chain standards. Graduates receive a digital certificate, a physical certificate and CPD credits recognised by employers worldwide.

What is the cost of the CESG3 certification?

The Certified ESG and Responsible Procurement Expert is offered in two formats: Self-Paced at USD 399 and Live Virtual at USD 599. Corporate group rates are available for organisations enrolling 5 or more participants. Contact GLI for a bespoke corporate training quotation.

What does the CESG3 certification include?

Enrolment includes all study materials and study guides, access to GLI's online learning portal, online examination, digital certificate and badge, physical certificate (posted), CPD credits, GLI alumni network membership, and ongoing facilitator support.

What is the assessment format for the CESG3?

The Certified ESG and Responsible Procurement Expert is assessed through an online examination consisting of multiple-choice questions, case study analysis, and practical application assignments. The assessment is designed to evaluate real-world competency, not just theoretical recall.

What CPD credits do I earn from the CESG3?

The Certified ESG and Responsible Procurement Expert carries Continuing Professional Development (CPD) credits, which can be applied towards professional body requirements including recognised international professional associations.

Can I study the CESG3 while working full-time?

Absolutely. The self-paced option is designed for busy working professionals and allows you to study when and where it suits you. Live virtual sessions are typically scheduled in the evenings or on weekends to accommodate professional commitments.

What career outcomes can I expect from the CESG3?

Graduates progress towards senior procurement, category and supply-chain leadership roles. The CESG3 strengthens your expertise in procurement, sourcing, contract management and supply chain operations and positions you for advancement across corporates, NGOs, government and international organisations.

Graduate Voices

What Our Alumni Say

“

The curriculum was directly applicable to my daily work. I immediately applied what I learned and saw results within weeks of completing the programme.

Procurement Director
Private Sector
“

GLI's certification is the most practical professional programme I have attended. The international frameworks gave me credibility with my employer and clients.

Supply Chain Manager
NGO Sector
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I earned my CESG3 while working full-time. The self-paced format made it possible, and the quality of the content is genuinely world-class.

Category Lead
Government
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