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Certified ESG and Responsible Procurement Expert

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

✅ 2026 Edition 🎓 CPD Accredited 🌍 100+ Countries 📜 Digital + Physical Certificate 100% Online
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 Weeks 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 Weeks
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

Sourcing, Category Management and Supplier Selection
Contract Management and Negotiation
Logistics, Warehousing and Distribution
Supply Chain Risk, Resilience and Continuity
Procurement Compliance, Ethics and Governance
Professional Ethics and Governance
Course Curriculum

Programme Modules

The full programme, module by module.

1
Foundations and Strategic Context of Certified ESG and Responsible Procurement Expert
Certified ESG and Responsible Procurement Expert: industry context, trends and professional standards · Procurement and supply chain: scope and value · The procurement cycle and operating models · Procurement's contribution to organisational strategy
2
Sustainable Supply Chains
Sustainable procurement principles and standards · Ethical sourcing and modern slavery · ESG principles and frameworks · ESG, sustainability reporting and corporate responsibility
3
Ethical sourcing and modern slavery
Ethical sourcing and modern slavery · Environmental, social and governance (ESG) · Analytical techniques and bias · Personal protective equipment
4
Environmental, social and governance
Environmental, social and governance (ESG) · Preparing financial statements · Supplier codes of conduct and audits · Governance and compliance KPIs
5
Circular economy and waste reduction
Financial reporting frameworks (IFRS/GAAP) · Supplier codes of conduct and audits · Carbon, scope 3 and sustainable logistics · Data privacy compliance in practice
6
Supplier codes of conduct and audits
Supplier codes of conduct and audits · Carbon, scope 3 and sustainable logistics · Budget vs actual and variance · Cost and profitability analysis
7
Carbon, scope 3 and sustainable logistics
Carbon, scope 3 and sustainable logistics · Data visualisation for finance · Fair trade and responsible supply · Decision support and insight
8
Knowledge and Learning
The evidence base for effective learning · Learning needs analysis (TNA) · Writing learning objectives and outcomes · Designing for different learning modalities
9
Leadership and Management
Disruption management: delays, claims and recovery · Mine water, tailings and environmental management · Peer support and consultation · Quality management on site: inspections, hold points and defects
10
People and Capability
Building digital capability in an organisation · Strategic development and long-range positioning · Structuring engagements: scope, deliverables and expectations · Managing engagement risk and professional liability
11
Strategy and Direction
Building your professional portfolio and evidence of practice · Competitive analysis and differentiation · Product and portfolio strategy · Go-to-market and channel strategy
12
Operations and Delivery
Fundraising diversification and local resource mobilisation · Mineral processing and beneficiation · Complaints, accountability and fitness to practise · Media planning and buying
13
Communication and Influence
Communication and interpersonal skills · Closed-loop feedback systems · Integrated marketing communications (IMC) · Reputation and crisis communications
14
Change and Innovation
Continuous improvement in service · Designing a service or experience improvement · Digital transformation in banking · Innovation and fintech collaboration
15
Data and Measurement
Agile metrics and velocity · Project data, reporting and analytics · AI and predictive project analytics · Data quality and governance
16
Financial Acumen
Ration formulation and least-cost feeding · Financial inclusion strategy · The HR function: roles, operating models and value creation · The role of finance in organisations and value creation
17
Risk and Governance
Business continuity and crisis management · Regulatory compliance and central-bank rules · Building a culture of compliance · Interest-rate risk and gap analysis
18
Stakeholders and Partners
Relationship management and retention · Stakeholder mapping and collaboration · Managing difficult stakeholders · Customer onboarding and lifecycle
19
Digital and Technology
Virtual and hybrid facilitation · Learning technology ecosystem · Safety management systems (ISO 45001) · Lessons learned and development
20
Ethics and Integrity
Real estate regulation, licensing and professional conduct · Regulation, ethics and misinformation in media and telecoms · Ethical principles and codes of practice · Ethical frameworks and codes of practice
21
Self-Leadership
Motivation and self-directed learning · Resilience, wellbeing and stress management · Working with organisations on wellbeing · Wellbeing and resilience coaching
22
People Administration
Reward strategy and total reward frameworks · NGO financial management and budget-versus-actual discipline · Capacity and performance management · The customer experience (CX) discipline
23
Customers and Markets
Reducing customer effort · Customer effort and sentiment analysis · CRM systems and customer data · Service analytics and dashboards
24
Projects and Delivery
Building project relationships · Project management software and tools · Automation in project delivery · Emerging project technologies
25
Inclusion and Culture
Financial inclusion and agency banking · Learning cultures and the learning organisation · Accessibility and universal design · Building a coaching culture
26
Legal and Policy
Vendor, venue and supplier contracting for events · Tariffs, regulation and the economics of essential services · Goal setting and action planning · Legal responsibilities and professional bodies
27
Cross-Cultural Leadership
Cross-cultural communication · Managing virtual and cross-cultural teams · Key global frameworks: FAO, GlobalG.A.P., SDGs and national strategies · Expanding into regional and export markets
28
Suppliers and Partners
Supply analysis, gaps and scenario planning · Vendor management and system governance · Procurement’s contribution to organisational strategy · Procurement and stock management for health commodities
29
Sustainability
Stakeholder capitalism and ESG · Sustainability reporting and disclosure · Embedding sustainability in sourcing · Measurement and analytics for media and social campaigns
30
Public and Community Context
Corporate responsibility and community · Proposal development and donor reporting · Mentorship, networks and the community of practice · Media and public communication

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

  • Sustainable Supply Chains — applied to your own work
  • Ethical sourcing and modern slavery — applied to your own work
  • Environmental, social and governance — applied to your own work
  • Circular economy and waste reduction — applied to your own work
  • Supplier codes of conduct and audits — applied to your own work
  • Carbon, scope 3 and sustainable logistics — applied to your own work
Enrolment Process

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common Questions

What is the CESG3 certification?

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.

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 Weeks 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

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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