ISO STANDARD 20400 – SUSTAINABLE PROCUREMENT – INTERNAL AUDIT COURSE

COURSE OBJECTIVES

The “ISO 20400 Internal Audit – Sustainable Procurement Internal Auditor Course” is designed to help participants clearly understand the principles, structure, and requirements of the ISO 20400 standard, while equipping practical skills to assess, examine, and improve sustainable procurement activities in organizations.

Specific objectives:

• Clearly understand the objectives and structure of ISO 20400: Master the concept of sustainable procurement and the role of supply chains in corporate sustainable development
• Master internal audit requirements: Learn how to plan, conduct, report, and follow up on internal audit results according to ISO 20400 framework
• Understand relationships with other standards: Connect ISO 20400 with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and ESG standards
• Develop assessment skills: Participants are trained in interviewing skills, evidence analysis, report writing, and making improvement recommendations
• Enhance practical competency: After the course, participants can confidently participate in or lead internal audits on sustainable procurement in organizations

TARGET PARTICIPANTS

This course is suitable for:

• Staff responsible for purchasing, supply chain, sustainable development, or ISO management systems
• CSR/ESG managers or specialists wishing to integrate sustainability factors into procurement activities
• Internal audit teams operating ISO management systems (ISO 9001, ISO 14001, etc.) and needing to expand scope to ISO 20400
• Public or private sector businesses and organizations wanting to build or improve sustainable procurement policies and processes

PROGRAM CONTENT

1. General Introduction to ISO 20400 and Sustainable Procurement

• Overview of “Sustainable Procurement” concept
• Importance of sustainable supply chains in ESG strategy
• Relationship between ISO 20400 and other management standards

2. Structure and Principles of ISO 20400

• Structure, scope, and main principles of the standard
• Relationship between organizational strategy and sustainable procurement policy
• Identifying risk-opportunity factors in supply chains

3. ISO 20400 Internal Audit Process

• Planning and defining audit scope
• Methods for collecting and analyzing information
• Interviewing skills and evidence documentation
• Assessing compliance levels, identifying strengths and improvement opportunities

4. Reporting and Post-Audit Follow-up

• How to prepare professional ISO 20400 internal audit reports
• Discussion on corrective and preventive actions
• Monitoring effectiveness and system updates

5. Practice and Real-World Case Studies

• Analysis of internal audit scenarios in sectors: manufacturing, energy, retail, industry
• Group exercises: planning and conducting simulated internal audits
• Comments, feedback, and summary from instructors

TRAINING METHODOLOGY

The course applies training methods combining theory, practice, and in-depth discussion:

• Visual teaching through diagrams, charts, and simulated scenarios
• Group discussions, role-play interviews and practical assessments
• Bilingual learning materials (English – Vietnamese) following international ISO standards
• Can be organized online or onsite, suitable for each business’s needs

OUTCOMES AFTER COURSE COMPLETION

After completing the course, participants will:

• Clearly understand the structure, principles, and requirements of ISO 20400
• Master internal audit skills: planning, conducting, reporting, and follow-up
• Be capable of identifying strengths/weaknesses in sustainable procurement systems
• Know how to improve procurement processes to increase efficiency and reduce supply chain risks
• Assume the role of Internal Auditor in the organization’s sustainable procurement management system

CERTIFICATION AND CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

• Certificate confirms competency in internal auditing in the field of sustainable procurement and responsible supply chain management
• Participants can:
  • Join the organization’s ISO internal audit team
  • Support implementation of sustainable procurement policies and strategies
  • Prepare for specialist or expert positions in sustainability, procurement, or ESG management

CONTACT FOR SERVICE SUPPORT:

ISC Global

International Standards Training & Certification Partner

Hotline: +84 933096426

Email: info.vietnam@iscglobal.asia – van.pham@iscglobal.asia

Website: https://iscglobal.asia/