BRIBERY & CORRUPTION – INCLUDING POLICY DESIGN & TRAINING
“Preventing Corporate Misconduct through Effective Anti-Bribery Policies, Training & Compliance Frameworks”
Course Schedule
| Date | Venue | Fees (Face-to-Face) |
|---|---|---|
| 03 – 05 Mar 2025 | Manama, Bahrain | USD 2495 per delegate |
Course Introduction
Bribery and corruption present major legal, reputational, and financial risks to organizations worldwide. Governments, investors, and regulators expect firms to implement effective anti-bribery programs, supported by policies, controls, and regular employee training. A proactive approach can protect organizations from investigations, penalties, and loss of stakeholder trust.
This comprehensive 3-day training equips professionals with practical tools to assess corruption risks, develop clear anti-bribery policies, and deliver meaningful training across business units. The course draws from global regulations such as the UK Bribery Act, FCPA, and ISO 37001.
Course Objectives
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
• Understand global anti-bribery and anti-corruption standards and laws
• Identify high-risk areas and red flags for bribery and improper payments
• Draft and implement effective anti-bribery and corruption (ABC) policies
• Deliver training and build an ethical culture across departments
• Audit and monitor ABC programs for effectiveness and regulatory compliance
Key Benefits of Attending
• Learn practical techniques to protect your organization from bribery risk
• Improve your ABC policy, training, and internal reporting systems
• Gain confidence in handling third-party risk and facilitation payments
• Align your compliance program with ISO 37001 and international best practices
• Reduce exposure to reputational damage, fines, and legal liability
Intended Audience
This program is designed for:
• Compliance, ethics, and governance professionals
• Internal auditors and risk managers
• Legal and corporate affairs teams
• HR, procurement, and finance officers
• Any staff involved in third-party management, contracting, or payments
Individual Benefits
Key competencies that will be developed include:
• Bribery risk identification and assessment
• Anti-corruption policy drafting and review
• ABC training design and delivery
• Third-party due diligence and controls
• Monitoring, auditing, and incident response
Organization Benefits
Upon completing the training course, participants will demonstrate:
• Enhanced integrity and ethical business culture
• Reduced legal and compliance exposure under global anti-bribery laws
• More effective training and awareness programs
• Improved governance and board-level reporting
• Better control over intermediaries and conflict-of-interest situations
Instructional Methdology
The course follows a blended learning approach combining theory with practice:
• Strategy Briefings – UK Bribery Act, FCPA, ISO 37001, and regional enforcement
• Case Studies – Real-world investigations and corporate failures
• Workshops – Risk assessments, policy writing, and communication planning
• Peer Exchange – Sharing regional and sector-specific challenges
• Tools – Sample policy templates, red flag checklists, and training plans
Course Outline
Training Hours: 07:30 AM – 03:30 PM
Daily Format: 3–4 Learning Modules | Coffee Breaks: 09:30 & 11:15 | Lunch Break: 01:00 – 02:00
Day 1: Understanding Bribery & Corruption Risks
Module 1: Global Anti-Bribery Frameworks (07:30 – 09:30)
• Key concepts: bribery, facilitation payments, kickbacks, conflicts
• Overview of UK Bribery Act, FCPA, ISO 37001
Module 2: Risk Areas and Red Flags (09:45 – 11:15)
• High-risk functions: procurement, sales, licensing, agents
• Indicators of improper payments or unethical behavior
Module 3: Workshop – Bribery Risk Assessment (11:30 – 01:00)
• Group exercise to identify and rank risk scenarios
Day 2: Policy Development & Third-Party Risk
Module 4: Designing an Anti-Bribery Policy (07:30 – 09:30)
• Core policy elements: scope, responsibilities, reporting
• Tone from the top and code of conduct alignment
Module 5: Managing Third-Party Risk (09:45 – 11:15)
• Due diligence, contract clauses, monitoring
• Reducing liability through clear controls
Module 6: Workshop – Policy Drafting & Review (11:30 – 01:00)
• Draft and critique sections of an anti-bribery policy
Day 3: Training, Monitoring & Compliance Culture
Module 7: Building an Ethical Culture (07:30 – 09:30)
• Leadership role in shaping ethical decision-making
• Whistleblower protections and speak-up channels
Module 8: ABC Training & Communication (09:45 – 11:15)
• Audience targeting, training formats, key messages
• Measuring effectiveness and retention
Module 9: Workshop – Training Plan Development (11:30 – 01:00)
• Design a training rollout for ABC awareness and reporting
Certification
Participants will receive a Certificate of Completion in Bribery & Corruption – Including Policy Design & Training, confirming their ability to design, implement, and support effective anti-bribery programs and training initiatives.