Course information

Micro-credential title: Distribution chains in sustainable framework

Thematic pathway: Sustainability tools for assessing textile products 

Part of module: Closed-loop concept in textile supply chains

EQF level: 6

ECTS credits: 1

Learning methods and duration: Approximately 25 hours (5 hours lectures, 18 hours Exercises/ Individual study/ Project Works, 1 hour video experience, 1 hour assesment)

Assessment methods:

• Initial assesment (quiz)

• Formative assessment (quizzes and activities)

• Summative assessment (project work of case studies in groups and assignments)

General objective: The learner will be introduced to:

• Design and manage sustainable supply chains and implement green procurement strategies to source environmentally friendly textiles and clothing. 

• Apply “Rs” principles in the textile process chain to promote sustainability. 

• Analyse and improve textile and clothing supply chains from environmental perspective

• Apply circular design principles to develop sustainable textile and apparel products that minimise environmental and social impacts. 

Duration:  4 January - 30 April 2027

Responsible institution: Tampere University of Applied Sciences, Finland

Contact: Marja Rissanen (marja.rissanen@tuni.fi)

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Knowledge

After the completion of this module, learners will:

• Describe the structure and functions of textile and clothing distribution chains within a sustainable framework.
• Explain green procurement principles and their role in sourcing in the value chain of environmentally friendly textiles and clothing.
• Recognize the impact of distribution chains on environmental and social sustainability.
• Explain circular design principles and their integration into supply chain strategies.

Skills

After the completion of this module, learners will be able to:

• Apply Rs principles within textile supply chains to promote sustainability.
• Analyze textile and clothing distribution chains to identify environmental hotspots and improvement opportunities.
• Develop sustainable sourcing and procurement strategies for textiles and apparel.
• Use circular design principles to create supply chain models that minimize environmental and social impacts.

Competences

After the completion of this module, learners will:

• Demonstrate the ability to design and manage sustainable supply chains for textile and clothing products.
• Manage green procurement processes and supplier relationships effectively.
• Support organizational sustainability goals through collaborative supply chain initiatives.
• Perform improvement projects that integrate circular economy principles into textile distribution chains.