Introduction

In today's complex and highly regulated business environment, robust corporate ethics, unwavering integrity, and comprehensive compliance frameworks are paramount for safeguarding organizational value, mitigating risks, and building enduring stakeholder trust. The increasing scrutiny from regulators, investors, and the public demands that organizations operate with impeccable ethical standards and adhere to intricate legal obligations. This comprehensive training course is meticulously designed to equip current and aspiring leaders with the essential frameworks and practical strategies to champion ethical conduct and embed a culture of compliance throughout their organizations.

This 5-day intensive program will empower participants to cultivate a deep understanding of ethical decision-making, master compliance program design, and refine their ability to lead with transparency and accountability. You will learn to identify ethical blind spots, implement robust internal controls, and foster an environment where integrity is not only expected but actively celebrated. By mastering these critical competencies, you will enhance your capacity to protect your organization's ethical standing, ensure regulatory adherence, and drive its long-term success through a commitment to principled conduct.

Duration: 5 Days

Target Audience

• Senior Leaders and Executives
• Compliance Officers and Managers
• Ethics Officers
• Human Resources Professionals
• Internal Auditors
• Risk Management Professionals
• Legal Counsel
• Board Members
• Aspiring Leaders
• Professionals in regulated industries

Objectives

• Understand the core concepts of corporate ethics, integrity, and compliance.
• Develop a strategic mindset for building and sustaining an ethical culture.
• Master techniques for designing and implementing effective compliance programs.
• Learn to identify and mitigate ethical and compliance risks.
• Cultivate ethical leadership and decision-making in complex situations.
• Enhance transparency and accountability through robust internal controls.
• Understand relevant legal and regulatory frameworks for compliance and ethics.
• Develop strategies for fostering a speak-up culture and protecting whistleblowers.
• Create a personalized action plan for championing ethics, integrity, and compliance.

Course Modules

Module 1: Foundations of Corporate Ethics & Integrity

• Defining corporate ethics and integrity in a business context.
• Understanding the strategic imperative of an ethical foundation.
• Exploring the impact of values, culture, and leadership on ethical behavior.
• The role of integrity in building and maintaining stakeholder trust.
• Case studies of ethical successes and failures in organizations.

Module 2: Ethical Decision-Making Frameworks

• A systematic approach to analyzing and resolving ethical dilemmas.
• Tools for ethical analysis: utilitarianism, deontology, virtue ethics.
• Addressing conflicts of interest and managing ethical gray areas.
• The impact of organizational pressure on individual ethical choices.
• Practical exercises in applying ethical decision-making models.

Module 3: Designing and Implementing Compliance Programs

• Best practices for developing a comprehensive compliance program.
• Understanding the elements of an effective compliance framework.
• Conducting risk assessments for compliance vulnerabilities.
• Developing and communicating clear policies, procedures, and codes of conduct.
• Tailoring compliance programs to organizational size, industry, and risk profile.

Module 4: Regulatory Landscape and Legal Obligations

• Overview of key corporate governance regulations and laws.
• Understanding anti-corruption and anti-bribery laws (e.g., FCPA, UK Bribery Act).
• Data privacy regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA) and ethical data handling.
• The role of compliance programs in mitigating legal risks.
• Navigating international governance standards and cross-border operations.

Module 5: Whistleblower Protection and Internal Investigations

• Establishing effective whistleblower policies and confidential reporting channels.
• Understanding legal and ethical obligations for protecting whistleblowers.
• Principles of conducting fair, impartial, and thorough internal investigations.
• Strategies for preventing and addressing retaliation against whistleblowers.
• Remediation strategies for identified misconduct.

Module 6: Risk Management and Internal Controls for GEC

• Integrating ethics and compliance into enterprise risk management (ERM).
• Designing and implementing effective internal controls to mitigate GEC risks.
• The role of internal audit in assessing compliance and control effectiveness.
• Understanding fraud prevention and detection mechanisms.
• Ensuring accountability for ethical conduct and compliance breaches.

Module 7: Building and Sustaining an Ethical Culture

• Strategies for embedding ethical values throughout the organizational DNA.
• Developing and delivering effective ethics and compliance training programs.
• Fostering psychological safety to encourage speaking up and open communication.
• The role of leadership in modeling ethical behavior and championing integrity.
• Measuring and monitoring ethical culture and compliance effectiveness.

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.