Module 1: Due Diligence

Learn how to move from high-level policies to concrete actions to build your due diligence program. 

This is Module 1 (out of 3) on due diligence, “Responsible Business Conduct” – held in Copenhagen and conducted in English.  

How can companies ensure that their work on responsible business conduct goes beyond a desk exercise? Many organizations struggle to get off to a strong start when translating international guidelines such as the UNGPs and OECD Guidelines into practice. Through presentations, case studies, and real-life exercises, you will gain insight into how to approach value chain mapping, risk and impact assessments, internal governance and stakeholder engagement – both strategically and operationally. 

By the end of this module, you will be able to: 

• Understand and apply the first three steps of the OECD Due Diligence process 
• Identify and prioritize risks within your value chain 
• Draw inspiration from peers 
• Engage relevant stakeholders to strengthen your due diligence approach 

This module is the first part of a three-day training programme. Participants who complete all three modules will receive a *diploma. 

Register for the other modules here: 

• Module 2: Buy Smart – Responsible Procurement as a Key Element in Your Due Diligence 
  Learn how to move from high-level policies to concrete actions for identifying and prioritizing risks within your organization. 
• Module 3: Deliver Results – From Action to Real Change 
  Gain clarity on how your procurement practices can contribute to both supply security and sustainability. 
• Ethical Business Forum – participants will also be invited to join the conference at the end of 2026, a full day dedicated to knowledge sharing, exchanging experiences, and networking with other members working to strengthen efforts in business and human rights and ethical trade. 

Target Audience: 

This programme is tailored for sustainability professionals in private companies, industry associations, NGOs, and public authorities working on responsible business conduct and due diligence. 

Details:  

• This module is the first part of a three-day training series. 
• You can choose to take any of the modules individually, or complete the series by attending all three sessions. 
  Participants completing the series will receive a Completion Certificate from Ethical Trade Denmark. 
• This Academy Programme is free for Ethical Trade Denmark members, with no cap on number of participants from the member organisation. 
• Fee for non-members: 9000 DKK 
• The courses are conducted in English. 

*This programme documents participation in a course offered by Ethical Trade Denmark and does not constitute a public or accredited education.