Intense, real-world, memorable - gamified simulation training
Intense, real-world, memorable - gamified simulation training
In this Anti-Corruption in Finance Simulation, participants act as compliance officers, senior managers, and internal auditors tasked with building ethical, resilient financial institutions.
Core anti-corruption laws and regulations
Identifying and assessing bribery and corruption risks
Designing and testing internal financial controls
Third-party due diligence and risk management
Managing gifts, hospitality, and facilitation payments
Conducting internal investigations and handling whistleblower reports
The role of audit trails and transparent record-keeping
Conflicts of interest and insider trading protocols
Cultivating an ethical corporate culture and "tone from the top"
Communicating with regulators and managing enforcement actions
In the simulation, participants will:
Analyze transaction data and due diligence reports to spot red flags.
Design and approve anti-corruption policies and control procedures.
Respond to internal whistleblower alerts and allegations of misconduct.
Negotiate with business units pushing for expedited, high-risk deals.
Make decisions on approving or rejecting questionable payments and client relationships.
Prepare reports and presentations for senior management and mock regulators.
Reflect on the long-term consequences of their decisions on company culture and risk exposure.
Understand the key provisions of major global anti-corruption regulations.
Identify common corruption risks within financial products, services, and client relationships.
Apply a structured framework to assess and mitigate bribery and fraud risks.
Evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls and compliance programs.
Make principled decisions under commercial pressure to bypass controls.
Develop clear communication strategies for reporting issues and advocating for ethics.
Recognize the tangible business costs of corruption (fines, reputational damage, lost business).
Build confidence in their role as guardians of institutional integrity.
1. Receive a Scenario Brief Teams are introduced to their financial institution and a new challenge (a high-value deal in a high-risk country, an anonymous complaint).
** 2. Analyze the Situation** They review financial records, due diligence files, emails, and policy documents to gather facts.
3. Make Strategic Decisions Teams decide on actions: approve/block a transaction, launch an investigation, terminate a relationship, or enhance controls.
4. Collaborate and Negotiate Teams must often reconcile the differing priorities of compliance, business development, and legal departments.
5. Communicate Outcomes Participants draft investigation summaries, board memos, or regulatory responses to justify their actions.
6. Review and Reflect Instant feedback shows the consequences: regulatory fines, reputational score impact, stock price movement, or employee morale changes. Decisions in early rounds create scenarios for later rounds.
Who is this anti-corruption simulation designed for? It's ideal for students in finance, business, and law, as well as professionals in compliance, audit, risk management, and leadership roles who need to understand practical integrity challenges.
Do I need prior legal or compliance experience? No prior experience is required. The simulation includes foundational tutorials on key regulations and concepts, making it accessible to all levels.
How long does the anti-corruption simulation run? Typically 2-4 hours. It can be condensed into an intensive workshop or expanded across multiple sessions for deeper analysis.
Is the simulation individual or team-based? It is primarily designed for teams to replicate cross-departmental dynamics, but individual play is also supported for focused learning.
What regulations are covered? The simulation is built on global standards like the U.S. Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) and the UK Bribery Act, with principles applicable worldwide.
Are the scenarios based on real cases? Yes. Participants engage with scenarios inspired by anonymized real-world incidents, ensuring high relevance and practical learning.
Can the simulation be customized for our industry? Absolutely. Scenarios, products, and risk landscapes can be tailored for specific sectors like commercial banking, private equity, or insurance.
How is performance measured? Performance is multi-faceted, evaluated based on risk mitigation success, avoidance of penalties, quality of decision rationale, stakeholder communication, and the long-term health of the simulated company's "ethical culture" metric.
Accuracy in identifying and prioritizing corruption risks.
Effectiveness of chosen mitigation and control actions.
Financial and reputational outcomes for their simulated firm.
Clarity, thoroughness, and persuasiveness of their compliance communications.
Collaboration and ethical leadership demonstrated in team discussions.
Join this 20-minute webinar, followed by a Q&A session, to immerse yourself in the simulation.
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Book a 15-minute Zoom demo with one of our experts to explore how the simulation can benefit you.
