Anti-corruption & Bribery Compliance Training Course: Ensuring Ethical Business Practices

Introduction

Anti-Corruption & Bribery Compliance training equips professionals to establish and maintain ethical business practices by understanding and adhering to anti-corruption laws and regulations. This course focuses on analyzing global anti-bribery legislation, implementing robust compliance programs, and understanding the impact of ethical conduct on organizational reputation and stakeholder trust. Participants will learn to develop risk assessment frameworks, utilize due diligence procedures, and understand the intricacies of using internal controls and whistleblower mechanisms to prevent and detect corruption. By mastering anti-corruption compliance, professionals can enhance their ability to build a culture of integrity, mitigate potential legal and financial penalties, and contribute to a more transparent and ethical business environment.

The increasing scrutiny of global business practices and the growing enforcement of anti-corruption laws necessitate a comprehensive understanding of compliance requirements and ethical best practices. This course delves into the nuances of risk assessment, third-party due diligence, and internal investigations, empowering participants to develop and implement tailored strategies. By integrating legal expertise with ethical leadership, this program enables organizations to lead initiatives that maximize compliance and drive long-term sustainable growth.

Target Audience:

• Compliance officers
• Legal professionals
• Risk managers
• Internal auditors
• Ethics officers
• C-suite executives
• Procurement managers
• Sales managers
• Consultants
• Individuals interested in anti-corruption compliance

Course Objectives:

• Understand the principles and importance of anti-corruption and bribery compliance.
• Implement techniques for analyzing global anti-bribery legislation (e.g., FCPA, UK Bribery Act).
• Understand the role of risk assessment and due diligence in preventing corruption.
• Implement techniques for developing and implementing a comprehensive anti-corruption compliance program.
• Understand the principles of internal controls and whistleblower mechanisms in detecting corruption.
• Implement techniques for conducting third-party due diligence and managing vendor relationships.
• Understand the role of compliance training and communication in fostering an ethical culture.
• Implement techniques for conducting internal investigations and responding to compliance violations.
• Understand the legal and ethical considerations related to anti-corruption and bribery.
• Develop strategies for measuring and analyzing the effectiveness of anti-corruption compliance initiatives.

DURATION

5 Days

COURSE CONTENT

Module 1: Foundations of Anti-Corruption Compliance

• Principles and importance of anti-corruption and bribery compliance.
• Understanding the global anti-corruption landscape and its regulatory frameworks.
• Benefits of ensuring ethical business practices.
• Historical context and evolution of anti-corruption laws.

Module 2: Global Anti-Bribery Legislation Analysis

• Techniques for analyzing global anti-bribery legislation (e.g., FCPA, UK Bribery Act).
• Implementing regulatory compliance assessments and gap analysis.
• Utilizing regulatory guidance and updates.
• Managing regulatory analysis.

Module 3: Risk Assessment and Due Diligence

• Role of risk assessment and due diligence in preventing corruption.
• Understanding corruption risk assessment methodologies and tools.
• Implementing due diligence procedures and vendor screening.
• Managing risk assessments.

Module 4: Anti-Corruption Compliance Program Development

• Techniques for developing and implementing a comprehensive anti-corruption compliance program.
• Implementing compliance policy development and documentation.
• Utilizing compliance management systems and tools.
• Managing compliance programs.

Module 5: Internal Controls and Whistleblower Mechanisms

• Principles of internal controls and whistleblower mechanisms in detecting corruption.
• Understanding internal control frameworks and procedures.
• Implementing whistleblower policies and reporting mechanisms.
• Managing internal controls.

Module 6: Third-Party Due Diligence and Vendor Management

• Techniques for conducting third-party due diligence and managing vendor relationships.
• Implementing vendor risk assessments and contract management.
• Utilizing due diligence tools and databases.
• Managing third-party relationships.

Module 7: Compliance Training and Communication

• Role of compliance training and communication in fostering an ethical culture.
• Understanding effective training methodologies and communication strategies.
• Implementing training programs and awareness campaigns.
• Managing compliance training.

Module 8: Internal Investigations, Ethics, and Measurement

• Techniques for conducting internal investigations and responding to compliance violations.
• Implementing ethical considerations in anti-corruption compliance.
• Utilizing performance metrics and reporting.
• Managing compliance measurement.

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 5 working days before commencement of the training.