Consumer Sustainability Industry Readiness Index (COSIRI)

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• Onboarding Process to become a Certified COSIRI Assessor
  1. Verify Prerequisite Requirements
     Check the requirements from the COSIRI Factsheet.
  2. Register for the COSIRI Training
     If you meet the prerequisite requirements, you may proceed to register for COSIRI Assessor Training Course.
  3. Attend the COSIRI Training
     The 5-day training programme prepares individuals to professionally evaluate sustainable manufacturing facilities using the COSIRI frameworks and tools.
  4. Register for the COSIRI Examination
     Candidates who have successfully completed the COSIRI training programme may register for the examination.
  5. Acknowledge and Sign the Certified COSIRI Assessor Agreement
     Upon passing the theory and practical examination, you will be allowed to sign the COSIRI Assessor Agreement and receive the login details for the COSIRI portal.
• CCA Training Programme Syllabus

  Module 1: Sustainable Manufacturing
  Topic	Learning Outcome	Coursework Hours	Recommended Study Hours
  Topic 1.1: Introduction to Sustainability	Candidates should be able to: Understand the basics of corporate sustainability, and key trends.	8 hours	16 hours
  Topic 1.2:   Key levers & enablers of sustainable manufacturing	Explain the key levers, enablers, and definitions of Sustainable Manufacturing
  Topic 1.3: Introduction to COSIRI	Describe the core design features of COSIRI and the 4 building blocks, 9 pillars, and 24 dimensions.
  Topic 1.4:    Assessment Matrix, TIER Framework & Prioritisation Matrix	Understand the Assessment Matrix. Understand the four key principles of prioritisation.

  Module 2: Consumer Sustainability Industry Readiness Index (COSIRI)
  Topic	Learning Outcome	Coursework Hours	Recommended Study Hours
  Topic 2.1: Assessment Matrix: Strategy & Risk Management	Candidates should be able to: Consumer Sustainability Industry Readiness Index (COSIRI)	16 hours	40 hours
  Topic 2.2: Assessment Matrix: Sustainable Business Processes	Describe the assessment criteria under “Sustainable Business Processes.”
  Topic 2.3: Assessment Matrix: Technology	Describe the assessment criteria under “Technology.”
  Topic 2.4: Assessment Matrix: Organisation & Governance	Describe the assessment criteria under “Organisation & Governance.”

  Module 3: Business Consulting
  Topic	Learning Outcome	Coursework Hours	Recommended Study Hours
  Consulting process	Candidates should be able to: Outline and describe the 7 key steps in the consulting process	Self Study	4 hours
  Business Etiquettes	Demonstrate an understanding of the basic business etiquettes for client engagement and workshop delivery.

  Module 4: Professionalism and ethics
  Topic	Learning Outcome	Coursework Hours	Recommended Study Hours
  Professionalism	Candidates should be able to demonstrate an understanding of: The need to maintain independence and objectivity, not knowingly make misrepresentations, or engage in improper conduct.	4 hours	4 hours
  Duties to Clients	The importance of maintaining loyalty, prudence, care to their clients, and preserving confidentiality.
  Duties to Employers	The importance of maintaining loyalty to employers, and the disclosure of additional compensation arrangements.
  Assessment, Recommendations and Actions	The importance of diligent and thorough evaluations, disclosing relevant information to clients, and maintaining proper records.
  Conflicts of Interest	The importance of disclosure of conflicts and referral fees.

  Module 5: COSIRI Assessment Facilitation
  Topic	Learning Outcome	Coursework Hours	Recommended Study Hours
  COSIRI Assessment	Candidates should be able to: Provide an overview of the Official COSIRI Assessment.	12 hours	36 hours
  Planning and Preparation	Understand and carry out the key components of the “Planning and Preparation” phase of an Official COSIRI Assessment.
  Evaluation	Understand and carry out the key components of the “Evaluation” phase of an Official COSIRI Assessment.
  Analysis and Review	Understand and carry out the key components of the “Analysis and Review” phase of an Official COSIRI Assessment.
  Total		40 hours	100 hours

  
  
• Factsheet

  Download the factsheet here.

• Consumer Sustainability Industry Readiness Index (COSIRI) Training Schedule

  Training Sessions	Training	Region	Training Dates	Training Time (Timezone)
  Jun-25	Consumer Sustainability Industry Readiness Index (COSIRI)	Middle East	16 - 20 June	CEST:0700-1500(UTC+2) GST:0900-1700(UTC+4) SGT:1300-2100(UTC+8) IST:1030 -1830(UTC+5.5)
  Nov-25	Consumer Sustainability Industry Readiness Index (COSIRI)	Middle East	03 - 07 November	CEST:0700-1500(UTC+2) GST:0900-1700(UTC+4) SGT:1300-2100(UTC+8) IST:1030 -1830(UTC+5.5)

  
  
• Consumer Sustainability Industry Readiness Index (COSIRI) Certification Schedule

  Examination Sessions	Examination Dates
  Jul 2025	07 Jul - 11 Jul
  Nov 2025	17 Nov - 21 Nov