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Training Courses

Circular Economy and Sustainability Strategies

Course Code
FA92
Category
Finance And Accounting
Course ID
2600
Course Outline

Course Overview

This DIXONTECH course explores the principles and implementation of the Circular Economy (CE) and Sustainability Strategies that drive responsible growth and innovation. It equips participants with frameworks to redesign business models, optimize resources, and integrate environmental and social sustainability within corporate operations. The course draws on global best practices aligned with UN SDGs, EU Green Deal, and ISO 14001 standards to help professionals lead sustainable transformation initiatives.

TRAINING TOPICS

  • Introduction to Circular Economy and Sustainability Concepts
  • Linear vs. Circular Value Chain Models
  • Sustainable Business Strategy and System Thinking
  • Resource Efficiency, Waste Reduction, and Recycling Systems
  • Product Life Cycle Assessment (LCA)
  • Circular Supply Chain and Sustainable Procurement
  • Green Innovation and Eco-Design Principles
  • ESG, Reporting, and Global Compliance Frameworks
  • Corporate Sustainability Metrics and Measurement Tools
  • Case Studies and Future Trends in Circular Economy

BY THE END OF THIS TRAINING COURSE, DELEGATES WILL BE ABLE TO:

Develop, implement, and measure effective circular economy strategies that enhance sustainability performance and innovation.

  • Understand and apply circular economy principles
  • Integrate sustainability into corporate strategy
  • Evaluate environmental and social impacts
  • Design circular business models and value chains
  • Manage sustainability metrics and performance
  • Apply system thinking for sustainable innovation
  • Lead sustainability reporting and communication

TRAINING IS TAILORED TO

Professionals and leaders responsible for sustainability, innovation, and operations transformation across various sectors.

  • Sustainability and ESG Managers
  • Corporate Strategy Executives
  • Supply Chain and Operations Leaders
  • Environmental and Resource Management Experts
  • Product Development and R&D Professionals
  • Public Sector and NGO Officers
  • Consultants in Sustainable Development

TRAINING METHODOLOGY

DIXONTECH employs a multidisciplinary approach combining lectures, workshops, and case-based exercises. Participants will engage in system mapping, sustainability performance modeling, and life cycle analysis to build practical strategies aligned with international sustainability standards and industry frameworks.

DAY 1

INTRODUCTION TO CIRCULAR ECONOMY AND SUSTAINABILITY FOUNDATIONS

  • Defining sustainability and circular economy principles
  • Comparing linear vs. circular production models
  • Evolution of sustainability and global policy context
  • Key frameworks: SDGs, ESG, and EU Green Deal
  • Systems thinking for sustainable transformation
  • Stakeholder mapping and value creation analysis
  • Sustainability in business models and operations
  • Case example: circular economy innovation in Europe

DAY 2

CIRCULAR VALUE CHAINS AND RESOURCE EFFICIENCY

  • Transitioning from linear to circular operations
  • Resource efficiency and waste reduction techniques
  • Closed-loop systems and material recovery networks
  • Reverse logistics and sustainable procurement practices
  • Energy efficiency and renewable resource integration
  • Industrial symbiosis and collaborative models
  • Circular supply chain optimization
  • Workshop: building a circular value chain map

DAY 3

PRODUCT DESIGN, INNOVATION, AND LIFE CYCLE THINKING

  • Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) fundamentals
  • Eco-design principles for sustainability innovation
  • Product longevity and modular design
  • Designing for repair, reuse, and recycling
  • Measuring environmental footprint and carbon reduction
  • Green innovation and sustainable R&D practices
  • Case study: circular design in manufacturing
  • Practical lab: performing a mini life cycle analysis

DAY 4

SUSTAINABILITY STRATEGY, POLICY, AND GOVERNANCE

  • Integrating sustainability into business strategy
  • ESG frameworks and disclosure mechanisms
  • Corporate governance and sustainability accountability
  • Reporting standards: GRI, IFRS, and ISO 14001
  • Measuring and monitoring circular performance indicators
  • Sustainability certification and audit frameworks
  • Financial incentives and sustainable financing tools
  • Workshop: creating a sustainability roadmap

DAY 5

IMPLEMENTING CIRCULAR ECONOMY AND FUTURE INNOVATION TRENDS

  • Scaling sustainability and circular initiatives
  • Digital transformation and Industry 4.0 in CE
  • AI and blockchain for traceability and sustainability
  • Cross-sector collaboration for circular innovation
  • Sustainable cities and green infrastructure initiatives
  • Future trends: regenerative and carbon-neutral economies

Course Schedule

Discounts and Registration

Group & Corporate Discounts:
Available for companies enrolling multiple participants to help maximize ROI.
Individual Discounts:
Offered to self-sponsored participants who pay in full and upfront.
Registration Process:
Corporate nominations must go through the client’s HR or Training department.
Self-nominations must be prepaid via the “payment by self” option.
Confirmation:
All registrations are subject to DIXONTECH’s approval and seat availability.
Refunds:
Provided in case of course cancellation or no seat availability.
Tax Responsibility:
Clients are responsible for any local taxes in their country.