On completion of this module, learners will be able to explain the options and associated processes available for sourcing with external suppliers. They will also examine the legal and ethical impact and the implications of sustainability, encompassing economic, environmental, social and governance factors on the final sourcing decision.

• Chapter 1 – Understand options for sourcing requirements from suppliers
• Chapter 2 – Understand the key processes that can be applied to the analysis of potential external suppliers.
• Chapter 3– Understand compliance issues when sourcing from supplier