Course in Ethics in Defence Subcontractor Procurement
Online 300-hour course in ethics in defence subcontractor procurement. 6 modules covering Directive (EU) 2024/1760 (corporate sustainability due diligence), Directive 2009/81/EC (subcontracting in defence contracts) and SAP Ariba. Assigned tutor and open enrolment.
Course in Ethics in Defence Subcontractor Procurement — studying from Canada
Canada's defence sector is centred on procurement and sustainment through the Department of National Defence and Defence Research and Development Canada. Industrial activity spans land vehicles, naval systems, avionics and electronics, with firms in Ontario, Québec, Nova Scotia and British Columbia. Companies such as General Dynamics Land Systems Canada and Lockheed Martin Canada are notable employers, alongside a broad base of small and medium suppliers. Engineers work on systems integration, vehicle protection, logistics and sustainment, operating within strict security and export control frameworks.
Fees for Canada: C$1,160 (Canadian dollar), with instalments and employer sponsorship available.
Relevant bodies in Canada
Typical roles
Questions from Canada
Which Canadian bodies or processes govern defence engineering recognition?
Defence engineering in Canada often involves government procurement and security clearances, and engineers typically hold provincial Professional Engineer licences where a title is required. SEIUM's qualifications are private and not official state degrees or accredited by a national body, so they do not confer licensing or clearance. Recognition is for employers or the relevant body to decide, so verify this first.
Would Canadian defence or land systems employers accept this training?
Canadian defence employers and contractors generally rely on security clearance, licensing and demonstrated experience. A private qualification may support your application, but it is unlikely to replace those requirements, and its acceptance is up to each employer. A SEIUM final project can help show applied skill, so discuss expectations with prospective employers early.
Can I study remotely while working, and what are the costs and language demands?
Yes, the programmes are fully online, so you can study from Canada or elsewhere without a student visa, and fit sessions around work. Specialist courses are 300 hours, postgraduate diplomas 800 and master's 1,900. Teaching is in English, supported by an assigned technical tutor. Fees are payable in instalments, and employer sponsorship may be available.
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What you will be able to do
Describe the structure of the defence supply chain.
Apply criteria for selecting and approving subcontractors.
Integrate export control into supplier management.
Assess working conditions and risks to human rights.
Promote fair relationships, prompt payments and sustainability.
Design a due diligence system for the supply chain.
Draft an ethical subcontractor management plan.
Who it's for
- Purchasing manager who wants to specialise in Ethics in Defence Subcontractor Procurement.
- Supply chain manager who wants to specialise in Ethics in Defence Subcontractor Procurement.
- Supplier auditor who wants to specialise in Ethics in Defence Subcontractor Procurement.
- Export compliance manager who wants to specialise in Ethics in Defence Subcontractor Procurement.
- Corporate social responsibility officer who wants to specialise in Ethics in Defence Subcontractor Procurement.
- Supplier quality engineer who wants to specialise in Ethics in Defence Subcontractor Procurement.
- Engineering or science graduates looking to enter the defence industry.
What you'll work with
- Directive (EU) 2024/1760 (corporate sustainability due diligence)
- Directive 2009/81/EC (subcontracting in defence contracts)
- AQAP 2110 (NATO quality assurance requirements)
- UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights
- ILO fundamental conventions
- ISO 20400 (sustainable procurement)
- Regulation (EU) 2021/821 (dual-use items)
6 modules · 300 h
1.1Supplier tiers: tier 1, tier 2 and tier 31.2Prime contractor and joint liability1.3Subcontracting under Law 24/20111.4SMEs and access to the defence market1.5Critical dependencies and strategic autonomy1.6Value chain map of a weapon system1.7Specific ethical risks of subcontracting1.8Extended contractor responsibility1.9Law 32/2006 on subcontracting in construction1.10Case study: supplier mapping for a naval programme
2.1Selection criteria and transparency2.2Supplier approval and AQAP-21102.3Integrity due diligence and beneficial ownership2.4EU and UN sanctions lists2.5Conflicts of interest in selection2.6Equal treatment and non-discrimination2.7Responsible public procurement2.8Supplier self-assessment questionnaires2.9Second-party audits2.10Practical exercise: evaluation matrix for a subcontractor
3.1Flow-down clauses3.2ITAR, EAR and their effect on European subcontractors3.3Regulation (EU) 2021/821 and intra-EU transfers3.4Directive 2009/43/EC and certified companies3.5Industrial security and facility clearances3.6Protection of classified information across the chain3.7Supplier cybersecurity: CMMC 2.0 and NIS23.8Intellectual property and shared know-how3.9Managing supplier non-compliance3.10Case study: unauthorised re-export incident
4.1UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights4.2Directive (EU) 2024/1760 on due diligence4.3Forced labour and Regulation (EU) 2024/30154.4Conflict minerals in electronic components4.5Health and safety in subcontracted workshops4.6Wages, working hours and freedom of association4.7Supplier codes of conduct4.8Social audits and SA8000 certification4.9Grievance mechanisms for workers4.10Workshop: code of conduct for defence suppliers
5.1Payment terms and Law 3/2004 on late payment5.2Abuse of dominant position by the contractor5.3Sharing of risks and benefits5.4Environmental sustainability of suppliers5.5Scope 3 carbon footprint5.6Component counterfeiting and SAE AS55535.7Resilience and supply continuity5.8Transparency in sustainability reporting (CSRD)5.9Ethical performance indicators for suppliers5.10Case study: dispute between a contractor and an SME supplier
6.1Selecting a programme and its supply chain6.2Risk identification by supplier tier6.3Designing the due diligence process6.4Contractual integrity and compliance clauses6.5Audit and monitoring plan6.6Indicators and scorecard6.7Response plan for non-compliance6.8Supplier communication and training6.9Report and presentation6.10Final review with the tutor
How you'll learn
100% online training on the SEIUM campus, with downloadable material, recorded classes and assigned technical tutor. No fixed timetable: students progress at their own pace within the intake, which makes it possible to combine study with work.
Each module combines theory, guided reading of the original standard and applied exercises. The working software is SAP Ariba, EcoVadis, Power BI, advanced Excel, in free, academic or evaluation versions. Assessments are based on real procedures from supplier audits, subcontractor approval and supply chain risk maps. Assessment is continuous by module, plus the final integrative project.
Build it end to end
Your final project follows the real engineering workflow, step by step, reviewed by your tutor.
Describe the structure of the defence supply chain.
Apply criteria for selecting and approving subcontractors.
Integrate export control into supplier management.
Assess working conditions and risks to human rights.
Promote fair relationships, prompt payments and sustainability.
Where this takes you
Requirements
- No prior degree is required.
- Internet connection and a computer capable of running the programme's software.
- Sufficient level of Spanish to follow technical regulatory texts.
Ready to start?
Send your application today. Our admissions team replies within 72 hours with your study plan and funding options.
Frequently asked questions
The programme totals 300 hours, spread over 3 to 5 months. That is between 10 and 15 hours a week on average, compatible with a full-time job.
The course uses SAP Ariba, EcoVadis, Power BI and advanced Excel. Free, academic or evaluation versions are used, and the tutor indicates the free alternative where one exists.
A SEIUM own diploma upon passing the continuous assessment and the integrative project. It is in-house training, not an official qualification from the Ministry.
Yes. Modules passed in a course or postgraduate diploma in the same area are recognised in the higher programme. Check the credit recognition policy when you enrol.
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