INTRODUCTION

Public sector organizations are constantly faced with the challenge of unethical practices resulting to fraud and suspicion. Fraud and corruption in the public sector heavily harm the economy, lower investment levels and reduce public finances and depletion of confidence in the sector. Anti-fraud and anti-corruption strategies are often not effective enough.

Damages done to public institutions and their budgets by fraud and corruption can be enormous ranging from financial loss to reduction of organisational performance, reputation, credibility and public confidence. It is therefore imperative that public staff responsible for preventing, detecting and combating fraud and corruption are well trained and have the knowledge and tools they need to protect the integrity of their public institution.

Good risk management as well as prevention, detection and control systems should be considered as a constant challenge by every public sector authority. There is a need for more effective control instruments, reporting mechanisms, investigation methods and best practices. Detecting fraud and corruption and making sure that it cannot be repeated is not solely the responsibility of anti- fraud officials and auditors. Without the cooperation of public officials working in high risk areas, it is very difficult to detect malpractice and illegitimate personal gain. Therefore, it is up to all levels of hierarchy in public institutions to create an environment of transparency, ethical conduct and accountability in order to ensure proper handling of the very important issues of prevention, detection and handling of fraud and corruption cases in public institutions.

COURSE OBJECTIVES

This programme will provide delegates with an intensive training on issues and tools needed to keep public institutions free from fraud and corruption. Different types of malpractice and the environments that make them possible will be explained by experienced anti-fraud practitioner. Throughout the training programme participants will learn about the entire cycle from effective risk management, preventative measures, detection methods to concrete actions to be taken in a confirmed case of fraud or corruption. This cycle needs to be applied to the areas with the highest risk of fraud and corruption such as:

• Public Procurement
• Information Technology (IT)
• Human Resources (HR) Procedures
• Development Projects
• Conflict Environments

During numerous workshops, public officials will work together in groups and will be challenged to apply their newly acquired skills in preventing and combating fraud and corruption. After each training day, participants put what they have learned to the test and take a knowledge check designed by our experts.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

Professionals fighting fraud and corruption or working in areas with high risk of fraud and corruption such as:

• Anti-Fraud and Anti-Corruption Officers
• Internal and External Auditors
• Investigation Officers
• Compliance Officers
• Procurement Officers
• Risk Managers
• Executive Managers
• Judicial and Police Officers working on economic crime
• Customs Agents

This training will be very suitable for Heads of Departments and Units, Managers and other responsible staff from institutions such as:

• All central level public authorities such as ministries and executive agencies
• International, national and regional public institutions and organisations
• All public authorities on regional and local level as well as municipalities
• National and regional Courts of Auditors
• Corruption prevention and combating bureaus as well as National inspection boards, National and regional police and security authorities , Public prosecution services, National and international agencies for international aid and development, economic cooperation & reconstruction and Consulting companies working with and for the public sector.

COURSE OUTLINE

MODULE 1 FUNDAMENTALS OF PROCUREMENT AND PROJECT MANAGEMENT

• Fundamentals of Procurement Management
• Methods of Procurement
• Procurement Planning
• Ethics of Procurement
• Project Management
• Project Cycle Management

MODULE 2: FRAUD AND CORRUPTION PREVENTION MEASURES.

• Concept of Fraud: Definition, Appetite, and Culture
• Designing Strategies and Methods for the Prevention of Fraud and Corruption in Public Institutions
• Implementing Strategies and Methods for the Prevention of Fraud and Corruption in Public Institutions
• Assessing Existing Fraud and Corruption Prevention Methods
• Preventing Fraud and Corruption in Conflict Environments
• Workshop: How to Prevent Fraud and Corruption in Public Procurement

MODULE 3: RISK AREAS AND RISK ASSESSMENT

• The Importance of Auditing Fraud Risks in the Public Sector
• High Risk Areas for Fraud and Corruption in the Public Sector: Public Procurement
• High Risk Areas for Fraud and Corruption in the Public Sector: HR Procedures
• Fraud and Corruption Risk Assessment
• Workshop: Create a Fraud and Corruption Risk Assessment

MODULE 4 DETECTION STRATEGIES & METHODOLOGIES

• Strategies for the Detection of Fraud and Corruption in Public Institutions
• How to Plan Fraud and Corruption Investigations in Practice
• Detecting Fraud and Corruption in Public Procurement: PreAward & Post-Award Phase
• Workshop: Plan a Fraud and Corruption Investigation in Public Procurement

MODULE 5 TOOLS FOR FRAUD AND CORRUPTION DETECTION

• Developing a Culture of Integrity & Anti-Corruption – Case
• Interview Techniques for Fraud and Corruption Investigations
• Techniques for Fraud and Corruption Detection
• Forensic Techniques for Fraud and Corruption Detection
• Workshop: Tackling new Fraud and Corruption Risk Areas with IT Forensics

MODULE 6 EFFECTIVE ENFORCEMENT OF ANTIFRAUD AND ANTI-CORRUPTION MEASURES

• Cooperation of Auditors, Anti-Fraud & Corruption Staff and Law Enforcement
• New Developments in Good Governance and AntiCorruption Cooperation on an International Level
• Fighting Corruption Through Effective Criminal Prosecution in High Level Politics
• Outlook: New Fraud Patterns
• Dealing with conflicts of interest and issues arising from Anti Fraud investigation and enforcement

VENUE:

• DUBAI, UAE
• CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA
• MAURITIUS
• TANZANIA
• NAIROBI, KENYA
• KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA

REGISTRATION

To register for this course please apply online at: www.dotrid.com/apply-online or complete and forward our nomination form obtainable via email from: info@dotrid.orgor call +27215519023, You can also send an inquiry via:

WhatsApp:+27 604 253 288.

IMO: +27 604 253 288.

Telegram:  +27 604 253 288.

COURSE DATES:

13-24 MAY, 2019

17-28 JUNE, 2019

5-16AUGUST 2019

2-13 SEPT 2019

4-15 NOVEMBER 2019

2-13 DEC 2019

DURATION: 2 WEEKS

YOUR TRAINING INVESTMENT

The cost of your course depends on factors including the number of delegates, specific requirements and the location of your training.
Dotrid International Training Institute will  provide a detailed and competitive quote  following your initial enquiry.