Procurement · Foundation · MBE™
EIP
Mastering Ethics in Procurement & Supply Chain
Procurement
Foundation level
30 Hours
16 Modules
Self-paced
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EIP
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- Structured, practical content built around real-world application
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About the EIP Certification
Develop the ethical knowledge and governance skills needed to make responsible procurement decisions that promote transparency, compliance, and sustainable supply chain performance.
What You Will Learn
- Understand ethical procurement principles.
- Apply code of ethics foundations.
- Recognize environmental procurement impacts.
- Identify human rights and modern slavery risks.
- Understand corruption and due diligence practices.
- Manage bribery, fraud, and conflict risks.
- Apply gifts and hospitality controls.
- Strengthen ethical supplier governance.
What you take away
Skills You'll Build
Ethical procurement decision-making.
Supplier governance and oversight.
ESG awareness and responsible sourcing.
Human rights risk identification.
Core Topics
Who Is This Course For?
Supply chain professionals
Manage ethical risk across the supply chain
Procurement professionals
Uphold integrity in every sourcing and buying decision
Category managers
Keep category strategies free from conflicts and bribery
Sourcing specialists
Run fair, transparent and ethical sourcing events
Senior buyers
Resist pressure and handle supplier gifts correctly
Contract managers
Write ethics and compliance into supplier contracts
What's Included?
Self-paced modules you can revisit anytime- Digital study resources and templates
- Knowledge checks and practice assessments
- The fee includes course, examination and certification fees
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Certification terms and policies apply
Course Outline
- Welcome to Your Certification Journey
- The Foundation of Ethical Procurement
- Core Principles: Impartiality, Transparency, Professionalism, Accountability
- Essential Procedures: Legal Compliance, Delegated Authority, and NDAs
Complete the professional assessment to earn the EIP credential
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