ESG Strategies: Sustainable Supply Chain and Circular Economy 

In recent years, a number of organizations have fallen victim to supply-chain vulnerabilities and disruptions, and businesses are increasingly acknowledging the urgent need for sustainable supply chain for risk mitigation. As the world slowly begins its transformation into a carbon-resilient world, it is clear that our current linear economy must also transition into a circular economy to reduce environmental pressure and become more resilient.

This module focuses on two main areas: 1) the importance of sustainable supply chains in managing risks and achieving decarbonization, and 2) the adoption of a circular economy mindset to improve resource efficiency. Participants will also be equipped with practical knowledge in supply chain management, monitoring, and evaluation within a sustainability framework.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course, participants would be able to:

• Understand the significance of sustainable supply chains in risk management and decarbonization.
• Explore principles and strategies of the circular economy to enhance resource efficiency.
• Identify the role of supply chain management in addressing environmental and social challenges.
• Analyze case studies and best practices in sustainable supply chains and circular economy initiatives.
• Recognize opportunities and challenges in transitioning to a circular economy model.
• Examine innovative technologies and collaborative approaches that support sustainable practices.

Programme Curriculum

1. Social Sustainability Fundamentals – Overview

• Concept of social sustainability – key principles and key aspects
• Social sustainability and economic sustainability

2. Social Sustainability in Business

• The significant role of social sustainability in business
• Integrates social sustainability practices into business operation

3. Social Innovation and Social Entrepreneurship

• What is social innovation, social entrepreneurship
• Social innovation, social entrepreneurship & sustainability

4. Frameworks and Standards for Social Sustainability, Social Impact Assessments

• Frameworks and standards for social sustainability
• Social impact assessments
• Challenges and opportunities in social sustainability

Key Benefits

• Certificate of Attendance will be awarded to participants upon completion of the programme
• Consultation session at special rate is available upon request

Who Should Attend

Attendees will include but are not limited to:

• Chief financial officers and treasurers
• Investment bankers
• Debt capital market bankers
• Corporate bankers
• Credit analysts
• Sustainable finance external reviewers
• Accountants involved in sustainability reporting

Certificate Of Attendance

Certificate of Attendance will be awarded to participant upon completion of the programme.

Programme Dates: Q2, 2026

Application Deadline: 1 March 2026

Medium of Instruction: English

Duration: 2 days (12 hours)

Venue: Cheng Yu Tung Building, CUHK Shatin Campus

Programme Fee: HK$12,500

• “Learn together” offer: HK$11,000 (enroll in the same programme with friends)

Remarks: Two applicants must enroll together at the same time in the same programme. Therefore, this offer does not apply when enrollment of two participants at different times or for different programmes.

• Alumni rate: CUHK/CUSCS/APIB Alumni can enjoy a 15% discount on the programme fee