About this programme

This course explores how sustainable finance principles are applied across supply chains to support environmental, social, and governance (ESG) objectives while enhancing financial performance and resilience. Participants gain a structured understanding of sustainable supply chain finance mechanisms, green investment instruments, climate-aligned funding, and risk management approaches. The course supports informed decision-making on financing solutions that promote sustainability, transparency, and long-term value creation.

Duration

5 Days

Who Should Attend:

Supply chain and procurement professionals
Finance, treasury, and investment managers
Sustainability and ESG officers
Risk management and compliance professionals
Policy makers and development finance practitioners

Learning outcomes

What you'll walk away with

By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

Understand sustainable supply chain finance concepts and models
Identify green and climate-aligned investment instruments
Integrate ESG considerations into supply chain financing decisions
Assess sustainability-related financial risks and opportunities
Support implementation of sustainable finance strategies

Course modules

What we cover, module by module

Module 1: Foundations of Sustainable Finance & ESG

Sustainable finance principles and frameworks
ESG integration in supply chains
Regulatory and policy landscape
Case Study: ESG-driven financing decisions
Practical: Mapping ESG risks and opportunities in supply chains

Module 2: Sustainable Supply Chain Finance Models

Supply chain finance (SCF) overview
Sustainability-linked SCF and incentives
Buyer–supplier financing partnerships
Case Study: Sustainability-linked supplier financing
Practical: Designing a sustainable SCF structure

Module 3: Green Investments & Climate Finance Instruments

Green bonds, sustainability-linked bonds, and loans
Climate finance and carbon markets
Impact measurement and reporting
Case Study: Financing renewable energy in supply chains
Practical: Evaluating green investment options

Module 4: Risk Management, Disclosure & Reporting

Climate and sustainability-related financial risks
ESG disclosure standards and reporting
Transparency, traceability, and assurance
Case Study: ESG risk mismanagement and investor response
Practical: Developing a sustainability finance risk framework

Module 5: Strategy, Implementation & Future Trends

Integrating sustainable finance into supply chain strategy
Stakeholder engagement and partnerships
Future trends in green finance and supply chains
Case Study: Corporate transition to sustainable supply chain finance
Practical: Developing a sustainable finance implementation roadmap

Impact

Where the change lands

Personal Impact:

Improved understanding of sustainable finance and ESG principles
Enhanced ability to evaluate green investment opportunities
Stronger strategic and risk assessment skills

Organizational Impact:

Improved access to sustainable and climate-aligned financing
Enhanced ESG performance and reporting credibility
More resilient and responsible supply chain operations

Dates and locations

Upcoming intakes

Every intake is limited to a small cohort. Booking closes when a date fills or three weeks before the start, whichever comes first.

Full calendar

City	Starts	Ends	Delivery	Book
DakarNext	20 Jul 2026	24 Jul 2026	In-Person	Book
Johannesburg	20 Jul 2026	24 Jul 2026	In-Person	Book
Dar es Salaam	20 Jul 2026	24 Jul 2026	In-Person	Book
Nakuru	20 Jul 2026	24 Jul 2026	In-Person	Book
Pretoria	27 Jul 2026	31 Jul 2026	In-Person	Book
Kisumu	27 Jul 2026	31 Jul 2026	In-Person	Book