Understanding and Preventing Bribery and Corruption

Bribery and corruption can undermine trust, damage reputations, and expose financial institutions to serious legal risks. This course explores real-world cases and teaches you how to recognize red flags, strengthen internal controls, and promote a culture of integrity. Discover how to stay compliant while protecting your organization from unethical practices.

20 - 25 minutes

Certificate Included

Global

Description

This engaging short course explores how bribery and corruption undermine fairness, trust, and global financial stability. Learners will uncover what these unethical acts truly mean, why they occur, and how laws like the U.S. Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) and the U.K. Bribery Act help prevent them. Through real-world examples and practical strategies, participants gain the knowledge to recognize warning signs, act ethically, and promote integrity in their workplace.

What will you learn?

Module 1 – What Bribery and Corruption Really Mean:
Understand the key differences between bribery and corruption, their real-world impact on organisations and economies, and your role in promoting ethical conduct.
Module 2 – The Legal and Regulatory Framework:
Learn about international and local anti-bribery laws, including the U.S. FCPA and U.K. Bribery Act, and how these frameworks foster transparency and accountability in business.
Module 3 – Spotting and Preventing Risks:
Recognise common red flags — such as vague contracts or excessive gifts — and discover how due diligence and proactive monitoring can prevent bribery and corruption.
Module 4 – Reporting and Managing Incidents:
Gain confidence in identifying, reporting, and helping manage incidents of bribery and corruption while protecting confidentiality and ensuring fair investigations.