Ethical Supply Chain Management (ESCM™) Certification
Master the state-of-the-art curriculum in responsible operations. The Management and Strategy Institute provides the ESCM™ program through flexible online modules covering ethical sourcing, labor rights, and blockchain traceability.
Why You'll Love It
Efficient & Flexible: Average completion time of 4–8 hours. Study on your own schedule from anywhere.
Industry Recognized: Gain a digital certificate, badge, and wallet card from a CPD-accredited, veteran-owned organization.
Lifetime Value: Your certification never expires. Includes 1 year of course access and an open-note exam.
Plan Your Learning
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Course Curriculum
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Introduction to Ethical Supply Chain Management
Build a foundational understanding of why ethics in supply chains matter, the role they play in modern business, and the global challenges organizations face today.
Ethical Sourcing & Supplier Selection
Learn proven criteria for evaluating suppliers, master the principles of fair trade and responsible sourcing, and develop rigorous supplier due diligence strategies.
Labor Rights & Fair Working Conditions
Identify risks related to forced labor, child labor, and unsafe working environments, and implement compliance measures aligned with international labor standards.
Supply Chain Transparency & Traceability
Leverage technologies including blockchain and IoT to map and monitor your supply chain and build the kind of transparency that today's consumers and regulators demand.
Environmental Sustainability in the Supply Chain
Adopt best practices for reducing carbon footprints in transportation and logistics, sustainable raw material sourcing, and circular supply chain models that minimize waste.
Governance, Compliance & Reporting
Develop ethical governance frameworks, ensure compliance with international laws and standards, and create stakeholder reporting strategies that build lasting organizational credibility.
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Requirements & Access
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Eligibility: No prerequisites required. Ideal for professionals in procurement, CSR, and business leadership.
Access Period: Once redeemed, students have 12 months of access to the online videos and PDFs.
Exam: Included at no extra cost. Open-note, multiple-choice, and available to take whenever you are ready.
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Check Before You Buy
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- Format: Fully online and self-paced. No physical classroom attendance required.
- Certification: Upon passing, you receive a lifetime credential with no renewal fees.
- Version: Course content is fully updated for 2026 industry standards.
How To Redeem +
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FAQs +
Is the exam fee separate?
No, the certification exam is included at no extra cost. It is an online, open-note, multiple-choice exam.
Do I have to renew my certification?
No. Unlike many other credentials, this is a lifetime certification with no recurring fees once you pass the exam.
Fine Print
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Limit 1 per person, may buy 2 additional as gifts.
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Must activate by expiration date on Groupon, courses expire 1-year from activation date.
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Online only.
About Management and Strategy Institute
Management and Strategy Institute's accredited online coursework helps professionals get ahead in their current jobs and embark on new career paths through hours of in-depth, guided study. A variety of courses exist to help job-seekers add attractive notches to their resume and to help current employees earn valuable promotions with newfound managerial know-how.
Workers in a diverse range of fields tackle course modules and ace online exams, earning certificates in HIPAA guidelines, PC hardware, IT, and project management. Students also earn qualifications in a variety of business and technology strategies, from Sarbanes-Oxley credentials to the Yellow Belt, Black Belt, and Gilded Epaulettes certification levels in Six Sigma.
