Online Class: Global Anti-Corruption and Bribery

Name: Global Anti-Corruption and Bribery
Price: 95.00 USD

Learn to champion transparency and integrity by diving into the regulatory landscapes of major nations and uncovering global anti-corruption trends. Students will master compliance strategies, conduct risk assessments, and explore the connections between corruption and global issues, culminating in practical applications.

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15

Lessons
17

Exams &
Assignments
10

Hours
average time
1.0

CEUs

Course Description

Unlocking Integrity: Combating Bribery and Corruption in Modern Business

In an era where headlines often shout of corporate scandals and shadowy deals, the integrity of business comes under scrutiny. Bribery and corruption, while offering a deceptive advantage, can undermine the very fabric of commerce, society, and global peace. But what if you could be the change-maker? What if you could not just navigate the labyrinth of regulations but also champion the cause for a transparent business world?

Welcome to our course, tailored to empower individuals and businesses with the knowledge and tools to combat bribery and corruption.

Here's your journey with us:

Global Perspectives: Dive deep into the regulations governing bribery and corruption in powerhouse nations like the United States and the UK, and then span out to grasp global trends and norms.
Mastering Anti-Corruption: Understand the backbone of anti-corruption compliance programs. Learn how they serve as shields against murky practices and potential liabilities.
Building Fortresses: Familiarize yourself with the mechanisms and controls that thwart corrupt practices. Design your blueprint for an iron-clad anti-corruption compliance program.
Risk Mapping: Equip yourself with skills to conduct comprehensive corruption risk assessments and audits, ensuring that vulnerabilities are addressed promptly.
Beyond Business: Explore the intriguing nexus between corruption, organized crime, and global terrorism, understanding the broader implications of unchecked corruption.

To ensure an engaging and structured learning experience, the course unfolds over fifteen meticulously crafted lessons. Each module culminates in a thought-provoking exercise, allowing you to gauge your grasp over the content. These assessments are crucial touchpoints in your journey, leading you to a triumphant completion.

Are you ready to be the torchbearer of integrity in the business world? Enroll today and embark on a transformative journey towards ethical excellence!

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Completely Online
Self-Paced
6 Months to Complete
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Accredited CEUs

Universal Class is an IACET Accredited Provider

Course Lessons

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Lesson 1. Understanding the Impact of Bribery on Global Business

The Foreign Corrupt Practices Act exemplifies how enforcement of anti-bribery laws has intensified, with growing prosecutions and penalties. Companies now implement compliance programs to manage risks and ensure adherence to legal and ethical standards. Additional lesson topics: What Is Bribery?; Global Corruption: Money, Power, and Ethics in the Modern World; Anti-Corruption Legislation; What Is Corruption?- Transparency Corruption 12 Total Points

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Lesson discussions: Reasons for Taking this Course
Complete Assignment: Motives for Taking this Course
Assessment: Lesson 1 Quiz

Lesson 2. From Street Gangs to Cybercrime: The Journey of Organized Crime

Criminal organizations arise through familial ties, business fronts, and street gangs, using hierarchies and illegal activities to expand influence. With increased law enforcement efforts and innovative crime-fighting strategies, modern-day initiatives aim to dismantle these networks and their corrupt collaborators. Additional lesson topics: Fortune 5: The Biggest Organized Crime Groups in the World; International Organized Crime?; Why Organized Crime and Terror Groups Are Converging; Organized Crime – History; Fighting Crime and Corruption 10 Total Points

Assessment: Lesson 2 Quiz

Lesson 3. The Legal Framework of Public and Private Bribery in America

The United States enforces stringent anti-corruption laws, particularly statute 18 U.S.C. 201, to criminalize bribery and illegal gratuities aimed at influencing federal officials. Various penalties, including imprisonment and fines, are imposed for violations, with section 201(b) facing harsher prosecution than section 201(c). Additional lesson topics: Anti-Corruption and Bribery in the USA; Federal Laws On Bribery; Bribery and Corruption; Penalties For Violations Of State Ethics and Public Corruption Laws 10 Total Points

Assessment: Lesson 3 Quiz

Lesson 4. The Comprehensive Reach of the UK Bribery Act 2010

Lesson Summary 5: Enacted by the UK Parliament, the Bribery Act 2010 criminalizes all bribery, prescribing severe sanctions and operational hurdles for convicted companies. Effective anti-bribery compliance programs serve as a defensive shield for corporations facing liability as per Section 7. Additional lesson topics: The Bribery Act; United Kingdom Corruption Report 9 Total Points

Assessment: Lesson 4 Quiz

Lesson 5. Mastering Compliance: The Five Pillars

A compliance program is vital for global business operations, built on five core principles inspired by U.S. and U.K. legal frameworks. Effective programs require senior leadership commitment, ongoing risk assessment, comprehensive standards, thorough training, and diligent oversight. Additional lesson topics: Compliance Program Guide; Several Tips for an Effective Anti-Corruption Compliance Program; Anti Corruption /FCPA Compliance Program Elements 10 Total Points

Assessment: Lesson 5 Quiz

Lesson 6. Anti-Corruption Compliance Explored

An anti-corruption compliance program enhances a company's reputation, mitigates liability, and fosters trust among business partners by documenting policies to prevent and address corruption. Effective implementation requires commitment from top management, adherence to applicable laws, and comprehensive training and communication. Additional lesson topics: Silver Linings: Several Business Benefits of Your Compliance Program; Phasing-In Your Company's New Anti-Corruption Compliance Program; Anti-Bribery and Anti-Corruption Policy Template 10 Total Points

Assessment: Lesson 6 Quiz

Lesson 7. Safeguarding Integrity: Procedures to Prevent Bribery

Internal controls, such as segregation of duties and continual auditing, are vital to prevent and detect corruption and bribery. Employees should be trained to identify red flags in the accounting process and consistently adhere to established controls for FCPA compliance. Additional lesson topics: Example of Anti-Corruption and Bribery Policies and Procedures; The FCPA Blog; FCPA Compliance Guide; Foreign Corrupt Practices Act 10 Total Points

Assessment: Lesson 7 Quiz

Lesson 8. Harnessing Risk Assessments to Safeguard Your Company

Risks are classified into inherent, residual, and control risks, and it's essential to recognize inherent risks to determine necessary controls; assuming controls are in place is discouraged. Companies need to characterize risks effectively by asking detailed questions about their operations, interactions, and market practices to ensure comprehensive understanding and mitigation strategies. Additional lesson topics: Steps to Conduct a Risk Assessment; Response Strategies for Negative Risks; Assessing Your Risk Tolerance; Conducting a Risk Assessment 10 Total Points

Assessment: Lesson 8 Quiz

Lesson 9. Ensuring Compliance Through Robust Anti-Corruption Monitoring

A compliance program’s efficiency hinges on regular monitoring to address corruption risks and allocate resources properly for risk mitigation. With specialized skills needed for audits, external or internal specialists can uncover gaps in compliance practices. Additional lesson topics: Compliance Audit; Corporate Measures to Prevent and Detect Corruption; Tools and strategy to build a continuous monitoring program; Compliance Audit Objectives 10 Total Points

Assessment: Lesson 9 Quiz

Lesson 10. Investigating Bribery and Corruption

In response to allegations of bribery or corruption, companies must conduct a well-structured investigation, preserving relevant data and assessing the legitimacy of claims. Successful investigations rely on a multidisciplinary team, strategic data management, and careful documentation. Additional lesson topics: “Yes, We're Corrupt”: A List Of Politicians Admitting That Money Controls Politics; Inside The Battle Against Global Corruption; Beneath the surface 10 Total Points

Assessment: Lesson 10 Quiz

Lesson 11. Asia Pacific's Legal Battle Against Bribery

Australia's anti-bribery laws prohibit offering benefits to influence Commonwealth public officials and impose severe penalties for violations, affecting both individuals and corporations. Compliance programs can mitigate corporate liability, but inadequate programs may still serve as a mitigating factor in sentencing. Additional lesson topics: Chinese Anti-Corruption Laws; The Asia-Pacific Investigations Review ; Guide to Business ethics and anti-corruption: Asia Pacific laws 10 Total Points

Assessment: Lesson 11 Quiz

Lesson 12. Corruption Legislation Overview: Insights from Saudi Arabia and South Africa

The lesson highlights Saudi Arabia's reliance on Islamic law in anti-bribery efforts, underscoring its influence over legal activities in both public and private sectors, while South Africa utilizes structured legislation to implement comprehensive anti-corruption measures and safeguard transparency in government dealings. Additional lesson topics: Anti-Bribery and Corruption Legislation In The Middle East; Anti-bribery and corruption guide: Saudi Arabia 10 Total Points

Assessment: Lesson 12 Quiz

Lesson 13. Exploring Anti-Bribery and Corruption Laws Across Latin America: Focus on Brazil and Mexico

Brazil and Mexico's anti-bribery laws reflect a rigorous legal stance against corruption; Brazil's approach criminalizes individual acts with company sanctions, while Mexico extends broader penalties including both foreign and domestic bribery. Both countries utilize compliance programs as a means to engage corporate governance in reducing corrupt practices within legal entities. Additional lesson topics: Mexico Bribery and Corruption ; Anti-corruption trends across Latin America; How Latin America Is Stepping Up Anti-Corruption Efforts 10 Total Points

Assessment: Lesson 13 Quiz

Lesson 14. European Anti-Bribery Laws: Key Insights into Germany and Ukraine

In Germany, the legal system rigorously targets both public and private corruption, with criminal conversion applied to companies through administrative fines, whereas Ukraine applies both criminal and administrative penalties for bribery, emphasizing unlawful benefits and incorporating compliance to influence prosecution outcomes. Germany’s impact is seen in the healthcare sector, while Ukraine processes corruption through its National Anti-Corruption Bureau. Additional lesson topics: European Anti-Corruption Conventions 10 Total Points

Assessment: Lesson 14 Quiz

Lesson 15. Industry-Specific Strategies for Mitigating Corporate Malfeasance

Life sciences companies navigate complex regulatory environments, often dealing directly with government officials, necessitating transparent compensation practices and meticulous documentation to avert corruption accusations. Furthermore, mining and metals companies operating in lightly regulated areas face heightened corruption risks, demanding strong contract management and data analytics for effective oversight. 90 Total Points

Lesson discussions: End of Course Poll; Course Comments; Program Evaluation Follow-up Survey (End of Course); Reasons for Taking this Course
Assessment: Lesson 15 Quiz
Assessment: Final Exam

231

Total Course Points

Learning Outcomes

By successfully completing this course, students will be able to:

Describe what Global Anti-Corruption and Bribery is.
Describe the evolution of organized crime and its connection to terrorism.
Describe anti-corruption and bribery laws in the United States and UK.
Summarize anti-corruption compliance programs.
Describe elements of an effective anti-corruption compliance program.
Identify anti-corruption and bribery policies and procedures.
Describe processes for conducting and monitoring a risk assessment.
Describe processes for investigating allegations and acts of corruption or bribery.
Anti-Bribery and Corruption Laws in other countries.
Demonstrate mastery of lesson content at levels of 70% or higher.

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Course Title: Global Anti-Corruption and Bribery

Course Number: 9770506

Lessons Rating: 5.0 / 5 Stars (345 votes)

Languages: English - United States, Canada and other English speaking countries

Availability: This course is fully available online in all 50 states, including California, Texas, Florida, New York, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Ohio, and Georgia. It’s also offered in major English-speaking countries, such as the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, and Ireland.

Last Updated: February 2024

Course Type: Self-Paced, Online Class

CEU Value: 1.0 IACET CEUs (Continuing Education Units)

CE Accreditation: Universal Class, Inc. has been accredited as an Authorized Provider by the International Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET).

Grading Policy: Earn a final grade of 70% or higher to receive an online/downloadable CEU Certification documenting CEUs earned.

Assessment Method: Lesson assignments and review exams

Instructor: Dr. Metodija Stojanovski

Syllabus: View Syllabus

Course Fee: $120.00 U.S. dollars