Training on Procurement Integrity: Prevention, Investigation, and Prosecution of Fraud

Public and private organizations lose significant resources every year due to procurement fraud and unethical practices. Maintaining integrity in procurement is critical to ensuring transparency, accountability, and value for money. This five-day training provides participants with the knowledge, tools, and skills to prevent, detect, investigate, and prosecute procurement-related fraud.

Through a mix of theory, case studies, and practical exercises, participants will learn how procurement systems can be manipulated, red flags to watch for, and how to implement controls that reduce opportunities for fraud. The course also explores investigative techniques, legal frameworks, and collaborative approaches between procurement, audit, and legal teams in safeguarding procurement integrity.

Duration

5 Days

Who Should Attend

• Procurement and supply chain professionals

• Internal auditors and compliance officers

• Legal and regulatory officers involved in procurement oversight

• Law enforcement and investigative agencies

• Project managers handling procurement budgets

• Senior managers and executives responsible for governance and accountability

Organizational Impact

• Strengthened procurement processes with reduced exposure to fraud risks

• Improved compliance with procurement laws, regulations, and standards

• Enhanced collaboration between procurement, audit, and legal departments

• Protection of organizational resources and reputation through transparency

Individual Impact

• Increased awareness of procurement fraud risks and red flags

• Enhanced skills in fraud detection, investigation, and reporting

• Stronger ability to design and implement preventive controls

• Greater confidence in handling procurement-related investigations and prosecutions