Anti-Corruption and Anti-Bribery

Anti-Corruption and Anti-Bribery

Course Description

Introduction

Welcome to the Anti-Corruption and Anti-Bribery course, offered by Cambridge for Global Training. This course is designed to equip participants with the knowledge and skills needed to understand, prevent, and address corruption and bribery in various sectors and industries. Through this course, participants will gain insights into the legal frameworks, best practices, and ethical considerations essential for effective anti-corruption and anti-bribery compliance.

Course Objectives

By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

• Understand the concepts of corruption and bribery and their detrimental effects on society, businesses, and economies.
• Familiarise with international laws and regulations related to anti-corruption and anti-bribery, including the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) and the UK Bribery Act.
• Identify red flags and high-risk areas for corruption and bribery within organisations.
• Develop effective anti-corruption policies, procedures, and controls to prevent and detect corrupt practices.
• Implement training programmes and awareness campaigns to promote ethical behaviour and integrity within the workplace.
• Learn about the role of whistleblowing mechanisms and internal reporting systems in combating corruption and bribery.
• Gain practical skills in investigating and responding to allegations of corruption and bribery.

Who Should Attend

• Compliance Officers
• Legal Counsel
• Risk Managers
• Internal Auditors
• Ethics and Compliance Professionals
• Business Owners and Managers
• Anyone involved in corporate governance and risk management

Course Outline

Unit 1: Understanding Corruption and Bribery

• Definition and types of corruption and bribery
• Consequences of corruption and bribery on businesses and society
• Case studies of high-profile corruption and bribery scandals
• Cultural, economic, and social factors contributing to corruption
• Ethical considerations in addressing corruption and bribery

Unit 2: Legal Framework and International Standards

• Overview of international anti-corruption laws and conventions
• The Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) and its extraterritorial reach
• The UK Bribery Act and other national anti-corruption legislation
• Compliance requirements for multinational companies operating in high-risk jurisdictions
• Anti-money laundering (AML) regulations and their relationship to anti-corruption measures

Unit 3: Risk Assessment and Mitigation

• Conducting risk assessments for corruption and bribery
• Identifying high-risk areas and red flags for corrupt activities
• Implementing due diligence procedures for third parties and business partners
• Mitigating corruption risks through internal controls and monitoring mechanisms
• Developing risk-based compliance programmes tailored to the organisation's risk profile

Unit 4: Compliance Programme Development

• Designing and implementing anti-corruption policies and procedures
• Establishing a code of conduct and ethics for employees and business partners
• Training and awareness programmes on anti-corruption and bribery
• Implementing whistleblower protection mechanisms and reporting channels
• Monitoring and testing the effectiveness of the compliance programme

Unit 5: Investigation and Response

• Handling allegations of corruption and bribery
• Conducting internal investigations with integrity and confidentiality
• Responding to regulatory inquiries and enforcement actions
• Remediation measures and corrective actions following a corruption or bribery incident
• Continuous improvement and evaluation of the anti-corruption compliance programme