Introduction

In today's interconnected and highly scrutinized international business landscape, robust ethical risk management is paramount for global organizations seeking to safeguard their integrity, mitigate significant cross-border risks, and build unwavering stakeholder trust. Operating across diverse cultures and regulatory environments introduces complex ethical dilemmas, demanding proactive strategies to ensure responsible conduct and prevent reputational damage. This comprehensive training course is meticulously designed to equip current and aspiring leaders with the essential frameworks and practical strategies to champion ethical practices and manage risks effectively on a global scale.

This 5-day intensive program will empower participants to cultivate a deep understanding of global ethical challenges, master cross-cultural compliance, and refine their ability to lead with transparency and accountability in a multinational context. You will learn to identify ethical blind spots in international operations, implement robust internal controls tailored for global environments, and foster a culture of integrity that transcends geographical boundaries. By mastering these critical competencies, you will enhance your capacity to protect your organization's ethical standing, ensure regulatory adherence worldwide, and drive its long-term success through principled global conduct.

Duration: 5 Days

Target Audience

• Senior Leaders and Executives with global responsibilities
• Compliance Officers and Managers
• Legal Counsel with international portfolios
• Risk Management Professionals
• Internal and External Auditors
• Ethics Officers
• Human Resources Professionals in multinational corporations
• Business Development Managers overseeing international expansion
• Aspiring Leaders in global organizations
• Professionals operating in high-risk jurisdictions

Objectives

• Understand the core concepts of ethical risk and its impact on global organizations.
• Develop a strategic mindset for identifying and managing ethical risks across cultures.
• Master frameworks for designing and implementing global ethics and compliance programs.
• Learn to navigate complex international legal and regulatory landscapes.
• Cultivate ethical leadership and decision-making in cross-cultural contexts.
• Enhance transparency and accountability mechanisms in global operations.
• Understand the role of whistleblowing and investigations in a global setting.
• Develop strategies for fostering a consistent culture of integrity worldwide.
• Create a personalized action plan for championing ethical risk management in global organizations.

Course Modules

Module 1: Understanding Ethical Risk in a Global Context

• Defining ethical risk and its unique characteristics in multinational operations.
• Exploring the impact of cultural differences on ethical perceptions and practices.
• Understanding common ethical dilemmas faced by global organizations (e.g., local customs vs. corporate values).
• The link between ethical failures, reputational damage, and financial penalties globally.
• Identifying red flags and warning signs of ethical risks in international markets.

Module 2: International Ethical & Anti-Corruption Frameworks

• Overview of key international anti-corruption laws (e.g., FCPA, UK Bribery Act) and their extraterritorial reach.
• Understanding global human rights standards and labor practices.
• Navigating international data privacy regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA).
• The role of international organizations and soft law in global ethics.
• Ensuring compliance with diverse ethical standards across jurisdictions.

Module 3: Designing and Implementing Global Ethics Programs

• Developing a comprehensive global ethics policy and code of conduct.
• Tailoring ethics programs to local cultural and legal nuances.
• Conducting ethical risk assessments for global operations and subsidiaries.
• Implementing robust internal controls to prevent ethical breaches worldwide.
• Strategies for global ethics training and awareness programs.

Module 4: Cross-Cultural Ethical Decision-Making

• Applying ethical frameworks to resolve complex dilemmas in diverse cultural settings.
• Understanding cultural relativism versus universal ethical principles.
• Strategies for mediating ethical conflicts between global and local standards.
• The role of local leadership in promoting ethical conduct.
• Practical exercises in cross-cultural ethical decision-making.

Module 5: Global Whistleblower Protection & Investigations

• Establishing effective global whistleblower policies and confidential reporting channels.
• Understanding legal obligations for protecting whistleblowers in different countries.
• Best practices for conducting impartial internal investigations across borders.
• Managing data privacy and legal complexities in global investigations.
• Strategies for remediation and corrective actions following misconduct.

Module 6: Governance Oversight of Global Ethical Risk

• The board's role in overseeing ethical risk management in global operations.
• Responsibilities of audit, risk, and compliance committees for international ethics.
• Integrating ethical risk into enterprise risk management (ERM) frameworks globally.
• Monitoring and reporting on ethical performance across the organization.
• Ensuring accountability for ethical conduct at all levels worldwide.

Module 7: Fostering a Culture of Global Integrity

• Strategies for embedding ethical values into the organizational DNA across all regions.
• Promoting psychological safety to encourage speaking up without fear in diverse teams.
• Recognizing and rewarding ethical behavior consistently worldwide.
• Building a culture of transparency and open communication across global operations.
• Creating a personalized action plan for championing ethical risk management and integrity in your global organization.

Training Approach

This course will be delivered by our skilled trainers who have vast knowledge and experience as expert professionals in the fields. The course is taught in English and through a mix of theory, practical activities, group discussion and case studies. Course manuals and additional training materials will be provided to the participants upon completion of the training.

Tailor-Made Course

This course can also be tailor-made to meet organization requirement. For further inquiries, please contact us on: Email: info@skillsforafrica.org, training@skillsforafrica.org Tel: +254 702 249 449

Training Venue

The training will be held at our Skills for Africa Training Institute Training Centre. We also offer training for a group at requested location all over the world. The course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments, and buffet lunch.

Visa application, travel expenses, airport transfers, dinners, accommodation, insurance, and other personal expenses are catered by the participant

Certification

Participants will be issued with Skills for Africa Training Institute certificate upon completion of this course.

Airport Pickup and Accommodation

Airport pickup and accommodation is arranged upon request. For booking contact our Training Coordinator through Email: info@skillsforafrica.org, training@skillsforafrica.org Tel: +254 702 249 449

Terms of Payment: Unless otherwise agreed between the two parties’ payment of the course fee should be done 7 working days before commencement of the training.