What is Corruption: Anti-Corruption and Compliance

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Approx. 12 hours to complete

Course Summary

This course explores the meaning and impact of corruption and equips learners with the knowledge and tools to effectively prevent and combat it.

Key Learning Points

  • Understand the definition and types of corruption
  • Identify the causes and consequences of corruption
  • Learn how to prevent and combat corruption through anti-corruption compliance measures

Job Positions & Salaries of people who have taken this course might have

  • Compliance Analyst
    • USA: $70,000 - $90,000
    • India: INR 6,00,000 - INR 8,00,000
    • Spain: €40,000 - €60,000
  • Anti-Corruption Specialist
    • USA: $90,000 - $120,000
    • India: INR 10,00,000 - INR 15,00,000
    • Spain: €60,000 - €80,000
  • Investigator
    • USA: $50,000 - $80,000
    • India: INR 4,00,000 - INR 7,00,000
    • Spain: €30,000 - €50,000

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Learning Outcomes

  • Develop a deep understanding of corruption and its impact
  • Learn how to identify and mitigate corruption risks in your organization
  • Gain practical skills to implement anti-corruption compliance measures

Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course

  • Basic understanding of business ethics
  • Interest in preventing and combating corruption

Course Difficulty Level

Intermediate

Course Format

  • Online self-paced
  • Video lectures
  • Quizzes and assignments

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  • Founder and President of TRACE International
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Description

Have you ever paid someone for doing you a favor?

Knowledge

  • Provide examples of anti-corruption laws and explain the implications
  • Describe the relationship between anti-corruption efforts and an organization’s culture and compliance programs
  • Identify strategies for avoiding corruption issues
  • Provide strategies for structuring a comprehensive anti-corruption program that can prevent and/or mitigate corruption in an organization.

Outline

  • Corruption - What is it? Where is it?
  • Introduction - Is it a Nice Gesture or a Bribe?
  • What is Corruption?
  • Where in the World…? A Brief Discussion of Corruption Throughout the World
  • What are the Lessons and What are the Penalties for Corruption?
  • Pre-Course Survey (Optional)
  • Why is Somalia the Most Corrupted Country in the World?
  • Sheldon Silver, Ex-New York Assembly Speaker, Gets 7-Year Prison Sentence
  • Corruption at Rolls-Royce
  • Module 1 Quiz
  • Anti-Corruption Laws
  • Anti-Corruption Laws
  • Anti-Corruption Laws Continued
  • Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA)
  • Elements of the FCPA
  • The Weight of Corruption Penalties
  • Breaking Down the FCPA
  • FCPA Compliance in China
  • The FCPA
  • Module 2 Quiz
  • Anti-Corruption Compliance Programs (aka How to Avoid Corruption Issues)
  • Anti-Corruption Compliance Programs
  • Policies & Procedures
  • Risk Assessment & Identification of Warning Signs
  • Potential Warning Signs
  • Anti-Corruption Training Part 1
  • Anti-Corruption Training: Part 2
  • Evaluating Corporate Compliance Programs
  • FedEx - Global Anti-Corruption Policy
  • Third Party Red Flags
  • Potential Warning Signs
  • Training
  • Preventing Corruption
  • Preventative Measures
  • Preventative Measures: Contract Provisions
  • Preventative Measures: Monitoring
  • Preventative Measures: Third Party Training
  • Interaction with Government Officials
  • Other U.S. Anti-Corruption Laws
  • "No" Must be an Option
  • Exhibit: Unilever Anti-Bribery & Corruption Questionnaire
  • How Bonus Structures Lead to Corporate Corruption Scandals
  • Exhibit: International Chamber of Commerce Anti-Corruption Clause
  • Employee Surveillance and Monitoring
  • Saying “No” to Bribes
  • Concluding Thoughts
  • Post-Course Survey (Optional)

Summary of User Reviews

This course on anti-corruption compliance received positive reviews from users who found it informative and engaging. Many appreciated the real-world examples and case studies presented throughout the course.

Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course

The real-world examples and case studies presented throughout the course were appreciated by many users.

Pros from User Reviews

  • Informative and engaging content
  • Real-world examples and case studies
  • Well-structured course material
  • Expert instructors
  • Useful for professionals in law, government, and business

Cons from User Reviews

  • Some users found the course material too basic
  • Limited focus on certain regions and industries
  • Not enough emphasis on practical skills and implementation
  • Some technical issues reported with the online platform
  • High cost for some users
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