CSDDD: Introduction to the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence

2025 Update based on Omnibus I Package

Welcome to the short online course of the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive. This course is designed to help you comprehend the scope of the Directive and its implications for businesses and learn how to implement effective due diligence processes for managing human rights, environmental, and governance risks across the value chain.

By completing this course, participants have acquired the learning skills on developing and refining working practices and policies to ensure building a sustainable and responsible business.
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CSDDD: Introduction to the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence

The CSDDD requires businesses to start complying with legal regulations as part of a broader compliance and alignment taking place in Europe and beyond, such as the CSRD and ESG disclosure frameworks.

With this course, participants will fully grasp the CSDDD’s origin and role in the EU Sustainability Agenda.

The course aims to provide the benefit to all professionals of being proactive and avoiding last-minute compliance risks. They learn how to identify and assess sustainability risks, including human rights violations and environmental impacts, in  their operations and supply chains.

During this training, participants find out how to actually evolve their know-how in due diligence, identify risks, prevent them, and mitigate them while earning a competitive edge for maintaining a resilient business and an attractive image for their key clients and partners.

Understanding the scope and applicability outlined in the CSDDD course equips professionals to implement ethical business practices and foster a culture of corporate responsibility.

Participants will also have access to valuable case studies to essentially learn how organizations can successfully meet due diligence requirements and prepare for future regulation expansions, as sustainability due diligence is becoming a global trend.

Join us in creating more resilient businesses and a more sustainable future. Enroll in our CSDDD course today.

Skills upon completion

  • Human Rights & Environmental Risk Assessment
  • Understanding of CSDDD interaction with EU regulations
  • Awareness of due diligence processes across supply chains.
  • Learning how to strengthen key stakeholder relationships to impact compliance

Table of Contents

In this unit we begin by focusing on:

– The scope and applicability of the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive.
– The European Union’s role in shaping sustainability both within Europe and on a global scale.
– How the directive impacts global supply chains, influencing businesses and industries beyond the EU’s borders.
– Why it was introduced, what it aims to achieve, and how it aligns with broader sustainability and corporate responsibility goals.
Key implications and what it means for companies, stakeholders, and the future of responsible business practices.
Building on what you’ve learned, the second unit covers:

– A comprehensive understanding of the core due diligence requirements outlined in the CSDDD.
– How companies must actively manage their impacts, fulfil their legal and ethical responsibilities, and integrate sustainability into business operations.
Mandatory obligations (risk management, accountability, and transparency in achieving sustainability goals)
Practical strategies to implement effective due diligence practices to integrate into the corporate strategy.
The final unit covers:

The role of corporate governance in embedding the CSDDD into business operations, focusing on board accountability and cross-functional collaboration.
How decision-making frameworks can align with sustainability goals and regulatory requirements to make sustainability a core part of strategy.
The examination of real-world case studies showcasing successful integration of due diligence, stakeholder engagement, and compliance practices.
Practical examples addressing human rights risks, supply chain accountability, and the consequences of non-compliance. 2025 Update (Omnibus Package Changes)

Accreditations & Memberships

Who is this course for?

All sustainability and ESG professionals who aim to align it with their corporate strategy, executives and board members who oversee risk and governance strategies, and SMEs that want to meet new compliance demands are eligible for this course. It is also relevant to professionals in legal teams and supply chain/procurement managers that manage supplier risks.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Take your time to look over the certified courses, identify which one (or more) best closes your knowledge gaps and meets your needs, add it to the cart, and complete the payment process as prompted. If you have a discount code, don’t forget to complete it in the coupon code field. An automated discount applies the final fee at the checkout.

You can pay online via Stripe with a credit card or debit, Apple Pay, Google Pay, and PayPal. Should you require an invoice, please provide your company’s name and VAT number, and we will email it to you within 24 hours of payment. In case you request an invoice for a large group of participants, you can also email us here

Upon completion of payment, you will receive a welcome mail that informs you about the details of the course and your attendance. Attend all online courses on the training platform. Always use your credentials every time you want to log in here.

Yes. You will need to have a good internet connection and always use the personal credentials you created to log in to your account and continue where you left off. In case you don’t remember your credentials, you can request to create new ones here.

We understand each participant’s unique schedule and progress, which is why we have set a 12-week timeframe for course completion. The timeframe is achievable based on the course content. If you need longer than the specified time, you can message us here to request an extension. If you haven’t managed to request an extension on time and your access is not available anymore, please send us an email to assist you with reactivating your account. If you decide to attend multiple courses, we will extend your time accordingly. We will also make sure that reminders from instructors are regularly sent out to help you manage your time prior to the deadline.

The aim of this course is to learn, understand, and gain confidence that your knowledge can be put into practice when you complete it. Please note that we offer a second try to ensure that you have the opportunity to successfully complete the course(s). 

If you still cannot manage to complete it successfully, there is a 15-day suspension period before you will be able to unlock your account and retake the test.

Instructors typically reply to any questions within 24 hours, except on weekends, when it might take a little longer. You can send your questions here or send a message via your mailbox on the training platform. Look out for any notifications, as we will schedule get-together online live sessions to reply to any questions about the course and exchange views and thoughts with current and former participants.

a. Each course is designed to fit in with your everyday life, whether you are currently working or have other important obligations during the day. Each unit will require an estimated time frame as indicated in the course information. 

b. If you manage to complete all units successfully, you are then eligible for certification. We will issue your personal digital certification directly after you complete the course. Don’t forget to share it on your social media network and upload it on your LinkedIn profile.

We strive to deliver relevant content that is in line with current information and the realities of sustainability. Although courses are regularly updated to include the latest insights, the certifications are valid for a period of 24 months. You can keep up with notifications regarding our revised units to renew your certificate.

It is not possible to download the full content of each course. You can only stream it online via the learning platform. You will be able, however, to download a summary PDF presentation after the end of each unit.

Head of
Course Development Team

George Markezinis

George is an Environmental Engineer, with an MSc in Environmental Management and Monitoring from the University of Plymouth. He is also a GRI Certified Sustainability Professional, and a lecturer at the New York College in Athens.

Through his experience, he is responsible for designing, creating, and delivering EcoSkills training programs. Over the last years George has designed various online training programs, while at the same time has delivered sustainability and ESG related trainings in professionals in Europe, the United States, the Middle East, Africa, and Asia.

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