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    EXECUTIVE EDUCATION / SRVC

    This EPFL Executive Education CAS will help you stay ahead of the curve with cutting-edge sustainability solutions knowledge & toolkits.

    Leading Sustainable
    Business Operations

    Navigate the pathway to circular value networks

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    Profound change currents are reshaping the world and the way we are exercising circular economy principles.

    A new opportunity space is starting to surface. The ability to balance Sustainable Development Goals, ESG reporting and materiality, circular economy, human wellbeing and resilient supply chains is quickly becoming the defining differentiator for operations professionals.

    Leaders in Procurement, Planning, Finance, Engineering, Supply Chain, R&D, Manufacturing, Quality, Health & Safety and due diligence must upskill to take organisations to the next level.

    > We want you to take your seat at the decision table and shape a better future.

    Are you an individual looking to use your expertise to have a greater positive impact as you enter into the next phase of your career?

    Are you a professional ready to secure your seat at the decision-making table as your company evolves?

    Are you a company or team struggling with how to upskill your people to transform your value chain towards greater traceability, transparency, profitability and impact reduction?

    Introducing our Certificate of Advanced Studies in Circular Value Networks, brought to you by EPFL Executive Education - Sustainable Resilient Value Chains.

    > This CAS will give you the mindset, knowledge, and tools to initiate, guide, and help measure your company's positive impact projects.

    MODULES & CONTENT OVERVIEW

    Sustainability & Systems Thinking

    Building the Sustainability Business Case

    Environmental & Social Impact Assessment

    Responsible Sourcing

    BLUE CONNECTION SIMULATION GAME
    (ONLINE WEBINARS)

    Becoming catalysts of the transition towards circularity

    This CAS is tailor made for Business Operations professionals from all sectors to leverage their skills and experience to take on today's challenges. We provide a science based, methodical and pragmatic pathway to sustainability.

    3
    QS Western Europe University Ranking 2026
    8
    World Times Higher International University 2024
    75+
    companies with SRVC
    25
    25 Nationalities within SRVC

    "The transition to circular value networks is not just an environmental imperative—it's a strategic business opportunity. Organizations that embrace this shift will not only reduce their environmental footprint but also unlock new sources of innovation, efficiency, and competitive advantage."

    – Prof. Dimitris Kiritsis, Academic Director

    OK I am very interested, but am I eligible for this program?

    This program is designed for experienced professionals who are ready to take on leadership roles in sustainability and circular economy initiatives. We welcome participants from diverse backgrounds and industries who share a commitment to driving positive change.

    Professionals from the following areas are particularly suited for this program:

    • Supply Chain / Value Chain Management
    • Operations Management
    • Innovation
    • Program Management
    • Project Management
    • Sourcing
    • Procurement
    • Engineering
    • Manufacturing
    • Sales
    • Human Resources
    • Finance
    • Quality Assurance
    • Legal
    • Safety and Compliance

    Whether you work in manufacturing, services, consulting, or any other sector, if you're passionate about sustainability and want to make a real impact in your organization, this program is for you.

    Send us your LinkedIn profile and we will give you a quick (and free) assessment.

    Please note that a minimum of 5 years of work experience is required.

    Meet our Circular Value Networks

    Executive Education Team!

    Christiane Wahl

    Christiane Wahl

    Program Coordinator

    Elaine Moran

    Elaine Moran

    Executive Director

    Ana Caldas

    Ana Caldas

    Program Coordinator

    Eugene de Groot

    Eugene de Groot

    Head of Executive Education

    Prof. Dimitris Kiritsis

    Prof. Dimitris Kiritsis

    Academic Director

    Prof. Marc Gruber

    Prof. Marc Gruber

    Entrepreneurship & Commercialization

    Your Certificate in Circular Value Networks at a glance:

    4 x 3 days – every third weekend Th, Fr, Sa

    12 on-campus days at EPFL in Lausanne, Switzerland

    Credits: 15 ECTS

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