Course Description

This course provides an overview of the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA), a federal law that prohibits bribery of various officials abroad. Violations of this law can lead to fines to the company and jail time for individuals. Besides covering the elements of what constitutes an FCPA violation, this course includes guidance on how to avoid unintentional violations and emphasizes the importance of internal reporting of any potential violations.

Learning Objectives

  • Corruption & Bribery
  • FCPA Violations
  • Foreign & Domestic controls
  • Minimizing Risks
  • Red Flags
  • Reporting and Self-Disclosure

Course Syallabus

This module introduces the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act by providing a history of the Act and describing its enforcement. It defines bribery and provides context to why the FCPA is necessary, as well as describes the consequences of violating it.

  • 1 Customizable Content Page
  • 1 Custom Video Page

This module leads the learner through the basics of the FCPA by identifying to whom the FCPA applies and listing examples of foreign officials. It also provides examples of violations of the FCPA, which the learner practices identifying through interactive scenarios.

  • 2 Customizable Content Pages

This module defines anti-bribery and accounting provisions under the FCPA. It identifies best practices for gifting, which the learner applies through interactive scenarios. It also covers internal and foreign / domestic controls, as well as the importance of keeping accurate records, and what to expect from SEC and DOJ audits.

  • 1 Customizable Content Page

This module covers the FCPA as it applies to third parties and contracted hires. It also presents the learners with multiple ways to minimize risks and red flags, and as such to prevent violations of the FCPA. It covers fines and sanctions and allows the learner to apply lessons learned through multiple interactive scenarios.

  • 2 Customizable Content Pages

This module provides a brief conclusion and summary of the course content. This is the module you share your policies and additional resources.

  • 3 Custom Policies
  • 4 Customizable Content Pages
  • 1 Custom Video Page

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