Introduction:

 The Anti-Bribery and Corruption (ABC) Compliance training course is designed to provide professionals with the skills needed to establish, implement, and manage anti-bribery and corruption programs. With growing global scrutiny and regulatory requirements around bribery and corruption, this course covers key anti-bribery and corruption frameworks, risk management techniques, due diligence practices, and best practices for fostering an ethical culture. Participants will learn how to identify and mitigate bribery risks, conduct effective due diligence, and ensure compliance with global standards such as the FCPA, UK Bribery Act, and ISO 37001.

Objectives:

• Understand global anti-bribery and corruption regulations and frameworks, including the FCPA, UK Bribery Act, and ISO 37001.
• Gain proficiency in risk assessment, third-party due diligence, and monitoring for bribery and corruption.
• Develop skills to implement an effective anti-bribery compliance program tailored to organizational needs.
• Learn techniques for training, communication, and promoting an ethical culture in compliance with anti-bribery practices.
• Enhance reporting and communication skills to present findings to stakeholders and regulatory bodies.

Who Should Attend? This course is ideal for:

• Compliance officers, risk managers, and internal auditors in both public and private sectors.
• Legal advisors and financial controllers responsible for anti-bribery compliance.
• Executives and managers in high-risk industries, including construction, finance, healthcare, and manufacturing.
• Anyone involved in corporate governance, compliance, or risk management.
• Professionals looking to enhance their understanding of anti-bribery and corruption practices.

Day 1: Foundations of Anti-Bribery and Corruption Compliance

• Introduction to Bribery and Corruption: Understanding the impact of bribery on organizations and the global economy.
• Overview of Key Regulations and Standards: FCPA, UK Bribery Act, OECD guidelines, and ISO 37001 Anti-Bribery Management System.
• Types of Bribery and Corruption Risks: Exploring facilitation payments, kickbacks, conflicts of interest, and gifts/hospitality.
• Components of an Effective ABC Compliance Program: Policies, procedures, training, and monitoring activities.
• Workshop: Case study on developing an anti-bribery compliance framework for a multinational organization.

Day 2: Bribery Risk Assessment and Due Diligence

• Conducting a Bribery Risk Assessment: Techniques for identifying, assessing, and prioritizing bribery risks.
• Third-Party Due Diligence: Strategies for conducting risk-based due diligence on suppliers, vendors, and partners.
• High-Risk Indicators: Identifying and managing high-risk situations, countries, and third parties.
• Managing Conflicts of Interest: Policies and procedures for identifying and mitigating conflicts of interest.
• Practical Exercise: Performing a bribery risk assessment and third-party due diligence analysis for a simulated case.

Day 3: Policies, Procedures, and Anti-Bribery Controls

• Establishing Anti-Bribery Policies and Procedures: Creating clear policies, including gift/hospitality limits and facilitation payment prohibitions.
• Designing and Implementing Internal Controls: Controls to detect, prevent, and respond to bribery and corruption risks.
• Financial Controls and Expense Monitoring: Auditing financial records to identify suspicious transactions or expenditures.
• Incident Reporting and Whistleblowing Mechanisms: Establishing confidential channels for reporting bribery incidents.
• Hands-on Lab: Developing anti-bribery policies and implementing internal controls in a hypothetical organization.

Day 4: Training, Awareness, and Ethical Culture

• Creating a Culture of Ethics and Compliance: Strategies for promoting ethical behavior and anti-bribery values.
• Designing Effective ABC Training Programs: Developing interactive and practical training for employees and third parties.
• Communicating Anti-Bribery Policies and Standards: Techniques for ensuring consistent communication across the organization.
• Leadership and “Tone at the Top”: Role of executives in fostering an ethical and compliant culture.
• Practical Exercise: Designing an anti-bribery training program tailored to different organizational levels and risk profiles.

Day 5: Monitoring, Reporting, and Continuous Improvement in ABC Compliance

• Ongoing Monitoring and Audits: Techniques for tracking and auditing compliance with anti-bribery policies.
• Internal Investigations and Corrective Actions: Steps for investigating allegations of bribery and taking appropriate actions.
• Reporting to Regulators and Stakeholders: Structuring reports and maintaining documentation for regulatory compliance.
• Continuous Improvement and Emerging Trends: Adapting to changes in regulations, technology, and evolving bribery tactics.
• Final Workshop: Preparing and presenting a comprehensive anti-bribery compliance report based on a simulated organization.

Conclusion and Assessment: Participants will complete a final assessment to demonstrate their understanding of anti-bribery and corruption compliance principles and practices. A feedback session will allow participants to discuss insights, share best practices, and identify actionable steps to strengthen ABC compliance within their organizations.