Course Description
Bribery and corrupt practices remain prevalent in business-to-business transactions, both in the UK and globally. These inducements vary from small "facilitation payments" to extravagant gifts worth millions of pounds, presenting challenges in detection.
This online Anti-Bribery and Corruption e-learning course delves into the motivations behind these unethical behaviours and assesses their widespread occurrence. It examines how seemingly innocuous business activities like gifts, hospitality, and sponsorships can be exploited for bribery purposes.
Furthermore, the course outlines the legislative framework addressing bribery and corruption, both domestically and internationally, along with the severe penalties for offenders. It also explores the broader impact of bribery, including its effects on state-owned enterprises and governments worldwide.
Practically, the Anti-Bribery and Corruption course offers strategies for organisations to mitigate the risk of bribery and corruption. This includes implementing robust anti-bribery and anti-corruption policies at both management and employee levels.
Modules Covered
- Introduction
- Why Corruption and Bribery Occur
- The UK Bribery Act 2010
- Reducing the Risk: Management
- ISO 37001 and Employee Responsibilities
Accreditation
The endorsement by CPD signifies that individuals can utilise this course to demonstrate their ongoing commitment to personal and professional development.
Benefits
- Effective Training: The course effectively trains staff in understanding and preventing corrupt working practices, contributing to a culture of integrity within the company.
- Compliance Assurance: By completing this course, companies can demonstrate their active efforts to discourage bribery and corruption, thereby enhancing their compliance credentials.
- CPD Approval: With CPD approval, individuals can utilize this course to fulfil their ongoing professional development requirements, enhancing their credibility and career prospects.
- Flexibility: Online training offers flexibility, allowing candidates to learn at their convenience, accommodating their work and personal schedules.
- Efficiency: Candidates can progress through the modules at their own pace, maximising learning efficiency and retention of key concepts.
- Cost-effectiveness: Online training eliminates the need for travel and venue expenses associated with traditional classroom-based courses, providing a cost-effective training solution.
Eligibility
This e-learning course on Anti-Bribery and Corruption targets employees across all organisational levels who may come across instances of bribery or corrupt behaviour.
