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Ethics, Governance & Anti-Corruption: Frameworks & Codes Training Course

Duration
5 days
CPD hours
15
Language
English
Next date
12 Oct 2026
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Overview

The Ethics, Governance & Anti-Corruption Training Course from Institute For Oil & Gas Training develops practical capability in managing ethical conduct, corporate governance, corruption exposure and compliance risks across the oil and gas value chain. Ethics, Governance & Anti-Corruption frameworks are essential for organisations operating across complex commercial environments where procurement, joint ventures, agents, contractors, government relationships and international transactions create significant compliance responsibilities.

Oil and gas organisations operate through interconnected relationships involving operators, national oil companies, international partners, service providers, distributors, consultants, agents and government authorities. These relationships require clear governance structures and consistent ethical standards. Weak controls around third parties, gifts and hospitality, facilitation payments, conflicts of interest and approval processes create exposure to regulatory breaches, financial losses and reputational damage.

This course provides a corporate-focused approach to establishing and maintaining effective ethics and anti-corruption frameworks. Participants examine the practical application of the UK Bribery Act, Foreign Corrupt Practices Act, corporate governance principles, board oversight and internal codes of conduct. The programme also addresses tone at the top and the role of senior leadership in establishing ethical expectations throughout an organisation.

A central focus is the ability to translate policy into operational controls. Participants explore how a gifts and hospitality policy operates in practice, how facilitation payments should be identified and controlled, and how organisations assess third party intermediary risk. Agent and consultant vetting is examined as a critical component of due diligence, particularly where intermediaries interact with government officials or support market entry and commercial negotiations.

The programme is designed around the realities of oil and gas operations. Procurement decisions, contract awards, tender processes, licensing activities, customs interactions, project development, joint ventures and international supply chains all create situations in which ethical judgement and governance controls influence organisational risk. The course connects these operational situations with governance frameworks and compliance responsibilities.

Institute For Oil & Gas Training places particular emphasis on decision-making, accountability and practical implementation. Participants learn how to recognise red flags, escalate concerns, document decisions and apply governance controls consistently. The programme also considers the relationship between corporate policies, management responsibility and individual accountability.

The course addresses the difference between having an anti-corruption policy and operating an effective anti-corruption programme. Effective governance requires clearly defined responsibilities, appropriate oversight, proportionate controls, documented procedures and management commitment. These elements must operate together across the organisation rather than remain confined to a compliance department.

Participants also examine the importance of board oversight and management accountability. Senior leaders establish expectations through the tone at the top, but ethical culture depends on those expectations being reinforced through recruitment, training, procurement controls, third party due diligence, reporting mechanisms and disciplinary processes.

The course supports professionals responsible for compliance, risk management, finance, procurement, legal affairs, contracts, internal audit, governance and operational management. It is equally relevant to managers who make or approve commercial decisions and need to understand the compliance implications of those decisions.

Institute For Oil & Gas Training delivers the programme as a practical corporate development course, enabling participants to connect regulatory requirements with organisational procedures. The emphasis remains on usable knowledge that supports stronger governance, more consistent controls and better management of corruption risks.

Objectives

  • Understand the foundations of Ethics, Governance & Anti-Corruption frameworks within oil and gas organisations

  • Interpret the principal compliance expectations associated with the UK Bribery Act

  • Understand key anti-corruption requirements under the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act

  • Identify corruption risks arising from agents, consultants, contractors and other intermediaries

  • Strengthen third party intermediary risk assessment and due diligence practices

  • Apply practical approaches to agent and consultant vetting

  • Recognise inappropriate payments, facilitation payments and other corruption red flags

  • Apply an effective gifts and hospitality policy to common business situations

  • Understand corporate governance principles relevant to ethical decision-making

  • Clarify board oversight responsibilities for ethics, governance and anti-corruption programmes

  • Understand the significance of tone at the top in establishing organisational ethical standards

  • Strengthen escalation, reporting and documentation practices

  • Improve awareness of conflicts of interest and associated governance controls

  • Connect corporate codes of conduct with operational decision-making

  • Support consistent implementation of anti-corruption controls across business functions

  • Identify weaknesses in existing governance and compliance processes

  • Develop practical responses to potential ethical and corruption risks

  • Strengthen individual accountability in commercial and operational decisions

Training methodology

Institute For Oil & Gas Training uses a practical and scenario-driven methodology designed around the commercial realities of the oil and gas sector. The course combines expert-led discussion with case studies, compliance scenarios, group exercises, decision-making simulations and structured analysis of governance situations.

Case studies examine situations involving third party intermediaries, procurement activities, gifts and hospitality, government interactions and potential conflicts of interest. Participants assess the circumstances, identify compliance concerns and determine appropriate escalation and control measures.

Real-world scenarios are used to demonstrate how ethical risks emerge during normal business activity. A commercial relationship that initially appears routine can involve an agent, consultant, supplier or intermediary whose activities require enhanced scrutiny. Participants work through the indicators that distinguish ordinary commercial activity from potential corruption exposure.

Group exercises focus on policy application. Participants review hypothetical gifts and hospitality situations, evaluate proposed payments and identify appropriate approval routes. These exercises reinforce the importance of applying documented controls rather than relying solely on individual judgement.

Simulations provide an opportunity to examine management decision-making under operational pressure. Participants consider how business objectives, commercial deadlines and compliance responsibilities interact. The exercises demonstrate how a strong governance framework supports informed decisions without creating unnecessary uncertainty for operational teams.

The programme also uses governance mapping exercises to examine the relationship between boards, executives, compliance functions, business units and operational personnel. Participants identify responsibility gaps and consider how board oversight and management accountability support effective control environments.

Regulatory comparisons form another important element of delivery. Participants examine the practical implications of the UK Bribery Act and Foreign Corrupt Practices Act and consider how international organisations manage compliance obligations across different jurisdictions.

The methodology encourages participants to challenge assumptions, identify red flags and discuss appropriate escalation routes. This makes the programme particularly relevant to experienced professionals who need to apply ethics and governance requirements within active business environments.

Organisational impact

An effective Ethics, Governance & Anti-Corruption programme strengthens the organisation's ability to identify and manage conduct and corruption risks before they develop into significant compliance issues. The course provides participants with practical knowledge that supports stronger controls across procurement, contracts, finance, operations and third party management.

Organisations benefit from greater consistency in applying anti-corruption policies. Employees involved in commercial decisions gain a clearer understanding of when issues require approval, escalation, investigation or additional due diligence. This creates more structured decision-making across business units.

Stronger third party intermediary risk controls provide organisations with a systematic approach to assessing agents, consultants and other external representatives. Better agent and consultant vetting supports informed decisions about who the organisation engages, why the relationship is required and what controls are appropriate.

The programme also strengthens governance around gifts, hospitality and business courtesies. A clearly understood gifts and hospitality policy helps employees recognise potentially problematic situations and apply approval requirements consistently.

Improved awareness of facilitation payments supports stronger controls around payments to officials and other parties. Participants understand the importance of identifying payment requests, escalating concerns and maintaining appropriate documentation.

Board oversight is another organisational benefit. Directors and senior executives gain a clearer understanding of how governance responsibilities connect with compliance structures, management reporting and organisational accountability. Effective tone at the top reinforces expectations across the workforce.

The programme supports stronger integration between compliance and operational teams. Rather than treating ethics as an isolated compliance function, organisations can incorporate ethical considerations into procurement, contracting, project management, finance and commercial processes.

The resulting capability supports more robust internal controls, clearer accountability, stronger documentation and more consistent escalation practices. These improvements contribute to better governance and more disciplined management of organisational risk.

Personal impact

Participants develop a stronger understanding of how ethics, governance and anti-corruption requirements apply to their professional responsibilities. They gain practical tools for identifying risk and responding appropriately to situations that require ethical judgement.

Professionals involved in procurement and contracts strengthen their ability to identify corruption indicators in supplier, contractor, agent and consultant relationships. They gain greater confidence in applying due diligence and escalation procedures.

Compliance and risk professionals enhance their understanding of operational anti-corruption controls and governance responsibilities. The course strengthens their ability to engage with business functions and support practical implementation of corporate policies.

Finance professionals gain greater awareness of payment-related risks, approval requirements, documentation and potential red flags. This supports more effective financial control and compliance monitoring.

Managers develop stronger decision-making capability when dealing with gifts, hospitality, intermediaries, government interactions and potential conflicts of interest. They learn how leadership behaviour influences organisational ethical culture.

Senior professionals also gain a clearer understanding of board oversight, management accountability and tone at the top. These capabilities support effective leadership in organisations where ethical conduct forms part of operational and commercial performance.

The course contributes to professional capability in compliance management, governance, risk management, internal controls, procurement and corporate responsibility. Participants leave with a more structured approach to recognising concerns, documenting decisions and escalating issues.

Who should attend

  • Compliance Managers and Officers — responsible for implementing ethics, anti-corruption and compliance controls across the organisation

  • Risk Managers — responsible for identifying and managing corruption and third party risks

  • Legal Counsel and Legal Managers — involved in regulatory interpretation, contracts, investigations and compliance advice

  • Internal Auditors — responsible for assessing governance, internal controls and compliance effectiveness

  • Procurement Managers and Specialists — exposed to supplier, contractor and intermediary corruption risks

  • Contract Managers — responsible for managing commercial relationships and contractual compliance requirements

  • Finance Managers and Controllers — involved in payment controls, approvals, financial governance and transaction monitoring

  • Commercial Managers — responsible for commercial decisions involving customers, suppliers and intermediaries

  • Supply Chain Professionals — managing third party relationships and procurement processes

  • Corporate Governance Professionals — supporting governance structures, reporting and board responsibilities

  • Board Members and Directors — requiring practical understanding of oversight and ethical governance responsibilities

  • Senior Executives and Department Heads — responsible for establishing and reinforcing the tone at the top

  • Human Resources Managers — supporting codes of conduct, employee accountability and ethics programmes

  • Project Managers — managing operational decisions involving contractors, partners and external stakeholders

  • Joint Venture Managers — responsible for governance and compliance across collaborative business structures

  • Oil and Gas Operations Managers — requiring practical understanding of corruption risks within operational environments

Course outline

This module establishes the foundations of ethical conduct, corporate governance and organisational accountability in the oil and gas sector. It examines how governance structures influence behaviour and how ethical expectations are translated into policies, procedures and management practices. The module introduces tone at the top, accountability and the relationship between leadership behaviour and organisational culture.

  1. OECD Corporate Governance Principles

    • Establishes internationally recognised principles for effective corporate governance

    • Addresses responsibilities, accountability and oversight within corporate structures

    • Supports transparency and responsible governance practices

    • Provides a useful reference for understanding board responsibilities and organisational accountability

    Learning Outcomes

    • Explain the relationship between ethics and corporate governance

    • Identify key responsibilities within an organisational governance structure

    • Understand how board oversight supports ethical business conduct

    • Recognise the influence of tone at the top on organisational behaviour

    • Apply ethical decision-making principles to common corporate situations

This module examines major anti-bribery requirements affecting organisations operating across international markets. It focuses on the UK Bribery Act and Foreign Corrupt Practices Act and explores how these frameworks influence corporate compliance programmes, payment controls, third party relationships and interactions with public officials.

  1. UK Bribery Act 2010

    • Establishes offences relating to bribery and receiving improper advantages

    • Addresses bribery of public officials and commercial organisations

    • Includes provisions concerning failure of commercial organisations to prevent bribery

    • Provides a major reference point for anti-bribery compliance in UK-linked business operations

    Learning Outcomes

    • Understand the principal requirements of the UK Bribery Act

    • Explain key concepts relevant to anti-bribery compliance

    • Distinguish legitimate business activity from potential improper conduct

    • Identify risks associated with facilitation payments

    • Strengthen practical responses to potential bribery concerns

This module focuses on one of the most important operational areas of anti-corruption compliance: managing third party relationships. Participants examine third party intermediary risk involving agents, consultants, contractors, distributors and representatives. The module develops practical approaches to agent and consultant vetting, due diligence, approval, monitoring and documentation.

  1. FCPA Anti-Bribery Provisions

    • Prohibit corrupt payments involving foreign officials in covered circumstances

    • Address the use of third parties and intermediaries in international business

    • Require organisations to manage risks associated with improper payments

    • Provide an important reference for third party due diligence and anti-corruption controls

    Learning Outcomes

    • Identify key sources of third party intermediary risk

    • Apply structured approaches to agent and consultant vetting

    • Recognise red flags requiring enhanced due diligence

    • Evaluate the business rationale for engaging intermediaries

    • Strengthen approval, monitoring and documentation processes

    • Understand how third party conduct can create organisational exposure

This module examines everyday business situations that require careful ethical judgement. Participants explore gifts and hospitality policy requirements, conflicts of interest, facilitation payments and interactions with customers, suppliers and public officials. The focus is on applying consistent controls while supporting legitimate commercial relationships.

  1. ISO 37001 Anti-Bribery Management

    • Provides requirements for establishing, implementing and maintaining an anti-bribery management system

    • Supports structured anti-bribery policies and controls

    • Addresses due diligence, financial controls and operational procedures

    • Provides a recognised framework for strengthening anti-bribery management practices

    Learning Outcomes

    • Apply a practical gifts and hospitality policy to business situations

    • Identify inappropriate benefits and potential corruption indicators

    • Understand risks associated with facilitation payments

    • Recognise conflicts of interest and determine appropriate escalation

    • Apply appropriate controls to business courtesies and commercial interactions

    • Improve documentation and approval practices

The final module integrates governance, ethics and anti-corruption principles into an organisational control framework. Participants examine how boards, executives, compliance teams and operational functions work together to maintain effective controls. The module focuses on governance assurance, reporting, monitoring, internal controls and continuous improvement.

  1. ISO 37301 Compliance Management

    • Provides requirements and guidance for establishing and maintaining a compliance management system

    • Supports organisational compliance responsibilities and governance structures

    • Addresses compliance risk assessment, controls, monitoring and continual improvement

    • Provides a recognised framework for integrating compliance into organisational management

    Learning Outcomes

    • Understand how to structure an integrated ethics and anti-corruption programme

    • Strengthen board oversight and management accountability

    • Apply governance assurance principles to compliance activities

    • Improve monitoring, reporting and escalation processes

    • Connect anti-corruption controls with wider compliance management

    • Support continuous improvement of organisational governance practices

Certificate

Attendees who successfully finish the course receive a Certificate of Completion from Institute For Oil & Gas Training.

The certificate confirms completion of the training programme and recognises participation in the full course. Attendees are required to meet the course attendance requirement and participate in the scheduled programme activities to receive the Certificate of Completion.

Course dates

  • Europe

    Middle East

    Asia

    Africa

    North America

    Online

    Fee: £4,300

  • Europe

    Middle East

    Asia

    Africa

    North America

    Online

    Fee: £4,300

  • Europe

    Middle East

    Asia

    Africa

    North America

    Online

    Fee: £4,300

  • Europe

    Middle East

    Asia

    Africa

    North America

    Online

    Fee: £4,300

Fees include tuition, course materials and refreshments. Need different dates or a different city? Ask about your preferred date.

Frequently asked questions

What does the Ethics, Governance & Anti-Corruption Training Course cover?

The course covers corporate ethics, governance principles, anti-bribery laws, third party intermediary risk, agent and consultant vetting, gifts and hospitality, facilitation payments, board oversight and anti-corruption programme implementation.

Who is the course designed for?

The programme is designed for compliance, legal, risk, procurement, finance, internal audit, contracts, commercial, governance and operational professionals, as well as managers, executives and board-level personnel.

Does the course cover the UK Bribery Act?

Yes. The programme examines the UK Bribery Act 2010, including bribery risks, corporate responsibilities, facilitation payments, third party relationships and practical anti-bribery controls.

Does the course address third party intermediary risk?

Yes. Third party intermediary risk is a dedicated module focus. Participants examine agent and consultant vetting, due diligence, commercial justification, contractual controls, monitoring and escalation.

What certificate is provided after completing the course?

Attendees who meet the attendance requirement and complete the programme receive a Certificate of Completion from Institute For Oil & Gas Training.

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