8 Ethical Rubrics & SDG Mapping

Foundational Evaluation Benchmarks & Global Sustainable Goals

Student startups are comprehensively assessed across eight core domains that unite moral values, practical business metrics, and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

GIFT University Centre for Moral Nexus Emaandar Tajir Program (ETP)8 Ethical Rubrics & SDG Mapping

Student startups are assessed across 8 core domains, consisted of foundational standards uniform across all sectors, and sector-specific standards:

Ethical Rubric / Pillar — Target SDGs & Key Expectations

1. Core Integrity: SDG 8 & 16 — Code of business ethics, transparent pricing, quality assurance.
2. Consumer Rights & Compliance: SDG 12 & 16 — Accurate labeling, truthful advertising, warranty support.
3. Teamwork & Inclusive Welfare: SDG 5, 8 & 10 — Gender equality, non-discrimination, safe working environment.
4. Environmental Sustainability: SDG 6, 7, 11, 12 & 13 — E-lab cleanliness, eco-packaging, waste management.
5. Supply Chain Ethics: SDG 8, 12 & 16 — Responsible sourcing, fair supplier pay, zero bribery.
6. Records & Transparency: SDG 8, 12 & 16 — Accurate cashbooks, standee disclosure, verified ledgers.
7. Attendance & Audit Discipline: SDG 4, 8 & 16 — Active kiosk presence, ETP audit cooperation, CSE records.
8. God Consciousness (Ihsan) & CSR: SDG 1–5, 10, 11, 13, 16 & 17 — Trade with Allah (charity), Sadiq & Ameen reputation, Ihsan, ethical self-reflection proforma.