Introduction:

This program is designed to prepare participants for the certification exam only.

The Certified Compliance and Ethics Professional (CCEP) certification is a recognized credential for individuals demonstrating expertise in developing, implementing, and managing effective compliance and ethics programs within organizations. This training program provides participants with the knowledge and skills required to apply relevant laws, regulations, and ethical standards to ensure organizational integrity and mitigate risks.

Program Objectives:

At the end of this program, participants will be able to:

Explore the relevant laws, regulations, and ethical standards related to business conduct.
Gain the required skills to develop, create, and monitor effective compliance and ethics programs.
Gain the required skills to conduct risk assessments and identify potential compliance and ethical issues.
Effectively investigate and respond to suspected violations of laws, regulations, and company policies.
Prepare effectively for the Certified Compliance and Ethics Professional certification exam.

Targeted Audience:

Compliance Officers.
Ethics and Compliance Professionals.
Legal and Regulatory Affairs Professionals.
Internal Auditors.
Risk Management Professionals.
Business Leaders and Managers.

Program Outline:

Unit 1:

Foundations of Compliance and Ethics:

Ethical principles and values in business.
Legal and regulatory frameworks relevant to business operations.
Corporate governance and the role of compliance in risk management.
The importance of a strong ethical culture within organizations.
How to develop and create a code of conduct.

Unit 2:

Compliance Risk Management:

The process of conducting risk assessments and identifying potential compliance issues.
How to develop and create internal controls to mitigate risks.
Tools for monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of compliance controls.
The process of responding to and investigating suspected violations.
Steps for communicating and reporting compliance issues effectively.

Unit 3:

Anti-Corruption and Fraud Prevention:

Anti-bribery and corruption laws, including Foreign Corrupt Practices Act, UK Bribery Act.
Anti-money laundering regulations.
Fraud risk assessment and prevention techniques.
Overview on whistleblower programs and confidential reporting mechanisms.
Methods of investigating and responding to allegations of fraud.

Unit 4:

Data Privacy and Cybersecurity:

Data privacy laws and regulations GDPR, CCPA.
Cybersecurity practices and data protection measures.
How to manage data breaches and respond to cyberattacks.
Ensuring compliance with data privacy regulations.
Importance of communicating data privacy policies to employees and stakeholders.

Unit 5:

Certification Exam Preparation:

Overview of the CCEP certification exam structure.
Review of key concepts, methodologies, and frameworks.
Sample exam questions and their potential answers.
Resources and materials for further study and preparation.

Note: This program is designed to prepare participants for the certification exam only.

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