Understanding Bribery and Corruption
Module 1: Introduction to
Bribery and Corruption
Definitions and types of bribery and corruption.
Global impact on businesses and economies.
Overview of anti-bribery regulations: FCPA, UK Bribery Act,
and others.
Module 2: Identifying Bribery
and Corruption Risks
Red flags and common schemes in various industries.
High-risk activities: gifts, hospitality, and facilitation
payments.
Tools for risk assessment and analysis.
Module 3: Corporate Compliance
Programs
Elements of effective anti-bribery policies.
Roles and responsibilities in compliance management.
Importance of due diligence and third-party vetting.
Hands-On Activities:
Group discussion on real-world bribery cases.
Analyzing risk scenarios and identifying red flags.
Prevention and Response Strategies
Module 4: Implementing
Anti-Bribery Controls
Designing internal controls and reporting mechanisms.
Training employees and fostering awareness.
Monitoring and auditing compliance programs.
Module 5: Responding to Bribery
and Corruption Incidents
Steps for handling bribery allegations.
Conducting internal investigations.
Reporting violations to authorities.
Module 6: Promoting Ethical
Business Practices
Building an ethical organizational culture.
Leadership’s role in anti-corruption efforts.
Long-term strategies for sustained compliance.
Hands-On Activities:
Role-playing exercises for ethical decision-making.
Developing a compliance checklist for hypothetical
scenarios.
Group activity: Drafting a sample anti-bribery policy.
