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Certificate in Reverse Logistics Management & Circular Economy

Building Sustainable Value Chains through Resource Recovery and Intelligent Returns Management

Certificate in Reverse Logistics Management & Circular Economy
Course Schedule

CLASSROOM

17-21 Nov 2025
Dubai
$5,950
09-13 Feb 2026
Dubai
$5,950
22-26 Jun 2026
Dubai
$5,950
12-16 Oct 2026
Dubai
$5,950
Certificate
  • Coventry Academy Certificate of Attendance will be provided to delegates who attend and complete the course

Training Overview

Training Overview

In an age defined by resource limitations, climate impact, and growing consumer demand for sustainability, businesses are compelled to move beyond the traditional linear “take-make-dispose” model. The circular economy emerges as a transformative solution, aiming to eliminate waste, keep products and materials in continuous use, and restore natural ecosystems.

At the core of this transformation lies reverse logistics — the strategic management of product returns, repairs, refurbishment, recycling, and environmentally responsible disposal. Far from a mere cost, efficient reverse logistics converts potential waste into valuable resources, delivering cost savings, enhancing customer loyalty, ensuring regulatory compliance, and supporting corporate ESG objectives.

The Circular Economy & Reverse Logistics training course equips organizations with the tools to design and implement effective circular strategies and reverse flow management. Participants will gain expertise in analyzing product life cycles, integrating innovative business models, and optimizing reverse logistics networks to maximize recovery of value from used goods. Through practical case studies, regulatory insights, and actionable frameworks, this course prepares professionals to lead circular economy initiatives that drive both sustainability and business success.

What are the goals?

By the end of this Reverse Logistics Management training course, participants will be able to:

  • Understand core concepts of the circular economy and how they contrast with linear models
  • Identify opportunities for circularity in product design, procurement, and business models
  • Develop effective reverse logistics systems to handle returns, repairs, recycling, and re-manufacturing
  • Align operations with environmental regulations and global sustainability frameworks
  • Use metrics and reporting standards to demonstrate circular value creation
  • Create strategic roadmaps to transition their organizations toward more circular supply chains

Who is this Training Course for?

This Reverse Logistics Management training course is suitable to a wide range of professional but will greatly benefit:

  • Supply chain, logistics & distribution management
  • Sustainability, CSR & ESG strategy teams
  • Manufacturing & operations managers
  • Product design & R&D engineers
  • Procurement & sourcing professionals
  • Quality & compliance officers
  • Waste management & recycling coordinators
  • Business development & innovation managers
  • Anyone seeking to embed circular economy principles into their operations

How will this Training Course be Presented?

This Reverse Logistics Management training course will utilise a variety of proven adult learning techniques to ensure maximum understanding, comprehension and retention of the information presented. This includes an interactive mixture of lecture-led learning & group discussions.

The Course Content

Day One: Foundations of Circular Economy
  • From linear to circular: understanding the shift
  • The principles of designing out waste and pollution
  • Product life cycle thinking: cradle-to-cradle vs. cradle-to-grave
  • Business benefits of circular models (cost savings, new markets, brand reputation)
  • Global trends and regulations pushing circularity (EU Green Deal, Extended Producer Responsibility laws, ESG pressures)
  • Case examples from electronics, automotive, apparel, and FMCG
Day Two: Reverse Logistics Essentials
  • Defining reverse logistics vs. traditional logistics
  • Types of reverse flows: returns, warranty recoveries, end-of-life take-back, recalls
  • Structuring reverse logistics networks (collection points, repair centers, recycling hubs)
  • Cost drivers and value recovery levers
  • IT systems for tracking returns and product status
  • Collaborative reverse logistics with 3PLs and recycling partners
Day Three: Enabling Circularity Through Design and Procurement
  • Designing products for reuse, repair, upgrade, and recyclability
  • Modular design and standardization
  • Sustainable materials sourcing and supplier engagement
  • Integrating circular KPIs into procurement contracts
  • Practical exercise: mapping circular opportunities in a sample product portfolio
Day Four: Managing Returns, Remanufacturing & Recycling
  • Best practices for handling consumer returns and defectives
  • Setting up refurbishment and remanufacturing operations
  • Managing waste streams: sorting, reprocessing, safe disposal
  • Complying with hazardous waste and e-waste regulations
  • Certifications & standards (ISO 14001, WEEE, RoHS)
  • Case studies on closed-loop systems in different industries
Day Five: Strategy, Innovation & Measuring Impact
  • Developing a circular economy roadmap for your organization
  • Business models that support circularity: leasing, product-as-a-service, buy-back programs
  • Using digital tools (IoT, blockchain) for material tracing and reverse logistics efficiency
  • Sustainability metrics & reporting (carbon savings, waste diverted, lifecycle assessments)
  • Workshop: building a business case for a circular or reverse logistics initiative
  • Wrap-up: barriers, change management, and how to foster a circular culture

Providers and Associations

Anderson
Anderson
Aztech Training
Aztech Training
COPEX
COPEX