About this course
In 6 weeks, you’ll understand the essential Human Rights and business principles and risks, be equipped to report on Human Rights due diligence to meet legal obligations, and be able to build your own Human Rights frameworks and grievance mechanism with our Business & Human Rights online training and support programme. Become fully equipped to reduce your liability and get on the right side of the law by discovering the essential Human Rights and business principles and risks, report on Human Rights due diligence, and build your own Human Rights frameworks and grievance mechanisms. With Ardea International’s unique online Business & Human Rights training and support programme…all from your office or home, in as little as 2 hours a week over just 6 weeks, and no expensive and time-consuming travel.
Details
- Online only
- Intermediate
- Modules: 6
- Study:
- Duration: 6 weeks
- £1,400 (ex VAT)
Features
- 6 e-learning modules
- Self-paced learning
- Weekly classroom sessions
- Workbook
- Comprehensive reading materials with continued access
- Case studies
- Short quizzes after each module is completed
Who's it suitable for?
CEOs and company directors. From finance directors to CEOs, make sure your legal responsibilities are covered.
Procurement Managers. Procurement managers functions are key to developing due diligence functions
Sustainbility/Ethical managers. Sustainability, environmental, procurement and ethical managers
HR Personnel. HR functions are key to developing due diligence functions
Compliance Officers and General Councel. Perfect for lawyers, compliance officers and general counsel members
Learning outcomes
01. Gain insights on the relevance of human rights in business
02. Understand why businesses should be concerned about human rights within their organization structure
03. Understand how to be compliant with the core international legislation and guidelines for human rights.
04. Understand how to carry out due diligence effectively, following a practical guide
05. Understand how to report on human rights in your business, including your supply chains
06. Understand how to establish and enforce effective grievance mechanisms
07. Gain insights on how businesses should approach human rights
Contact us for a special price for companies operating in Africa. NGOS and students can apply for discounts of up to 20%.
There is an increase in the recognition and awareness of the importance of respecting human rights and this is reflected in the growing legislative requirements in many countries which businesses must follow. The UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights (UNGPs) sets a benchmark for companies on how to address their human rights impacts within operations and in the supply chain. Now is the time to start building a human rights compliant framework.
This course aims to provide you with a comprehensive outline of the relevance of human rights in business. Our online training and support programme will provide you with the information you need to understand human rights and business issues and gives you a practical guide on how to be compliant with the relevant laws and guidelines, including adherence to the UNGPs and reference to relevant international law
Why are Human Rights Important to Business?
It is important that businesses understand the need and value of respecting human rights. Ensuring that you manage your human rights compliance will help:
- Manage legal risk– are you aware of the growing mandatory requirements regarding human
rights compliance? - Protect Brand Value– customers and consumers are increasingly interested in the ethics of businesses. Is your company at risk of negative media attention that could affect your bottom line?
- Morality– does your company recognise its responsibility to respect human rights?
- Improve investor relations– are you accountable for your human rights impacts?
There is an increase in the recognition and awareness of the importance of respecting human rights and this is reflected in the growing legislative requirements in many countries which businesses must follow. The UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights (UNGPs) sets a benchmark for companies on how to address their human rights impacts within operations and in the supply chain. Now is the time to start building a human rights compliant framework.
Testimonials
The completeness of the material, expert trainer and interaction with course students; Being aware of the need to better assess HR impacts in my Company
Modules covered in this course:
This course contains 6 modules which include:
- Module 1 – What are Human Rights?
- Module 2 – How do the UNGPs work in Practice?
- Module 3 – Human Rights Due Diligence
- Module 4 – Seven Easy steps for companies to implement human rights
- Module 5 – Human Rights Reporting
- Module 6 – Grievance Mechanisms
This course is available at a special rate for companies based in Africa. Contact hello@ardeainternational.com for more information.