ISO 37001 Anti-Bribery Management Systems Lead Implementer
The ISO 37001 Anti-Bribery Management Systems Lead Implementer course is designed to equip professionals with the knowledge and skills needed to establish, implement, manage, and continually improve an Anti-Bribery Management System (ABMS) based on the ISO 37001:2016 standard.
Bribery poses a significant threat to organizations, impacting trust, reputation, and compliance. ISO 37001 provides a globally recognized framework to prevent, detect, and respond to bribery risks across all types of organizations—public, private, and non-profit.
Aim of ISO 37001 Anti-Bribery Management Systems Lead Implementer
The aim of the ISO 37001 Anti-Bribery Management Systems Lead Implementer course is to provide participants with the knowledge, skills, and practical tools required to lead the implementation and management of an effective Anti-Bribery Management System (ABMS) in accordance with the ISO 37001:2016 standard.
This course is designed to empower professionals to help organizations prevent, detect, and respond to bribery risks, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and fostering a culture of integrity, transparency, and ethical behavior.
Course Overview
ISO 37001 Anti-Bribery Management Systems Lead Implementer
Educational Background (Preferred):
- A diploma, degree, or equivalent qualification in business management, law, governance, compliance, auditing, or a related field.
Professional Experience:
- Recommended: At least 1–2 years of professional experience in one or more of the following areas:
- Compliance or ethics
- Anti-corruption or anti-bribery programs
- Risk management
- Internal audit or financial controls
- Corporate governance
- Legal and regulatory affairs
| Course Code | Curriculum Title | Credit | DLH |
|---|---|---|---|
| BUK1972-1 | Introduction to Anti-Bribery and ISO 37001 | 3 | 20 |
| BUK1972-2 | ISO 37001 Requirements – Clause-by-Clause Analysis | 3 | 20 |
| BUK1972-3 | Planning and Implementing an ABMS | 3 | 20 |
| BUK1972-4 | Support and Operational Controls | 3 | 20 |
| BUK1972-5 | Monitoring, Evaluation, and Performance | 3 | 20 |
| BUK1972-6 | Certification Process and Role of the Lead Implementer | 3 | 20 |
Module 1: Introduction to Anti-Bribery and ISO 37001
- Understanding bribery: definitions, types, and impacts
- Global anti-bribery regulations and compliance frameworks
- Overview of ISO 37001 and its importance
- Structure and purpose of an Anti-Bribery Management System (ABMS)
Module 2: ISO 37001 Requirements – Clause-by-Clause Analysis
- Context of the organization and stakeholder expectations
- Leadership, governance, and anti-bribery policy
- Risk assessment and risk-based thinking
- Roles, responsibilities, and organizational structure
Module 3: Planning and Implementing an ABMS
- Identifying bribery risks and setting objectives
- Due diligence processes for personnel, partners, and third parties
- Anti-bribery controls and procedures (financial and non-financial)
- Integrating ABMS into existing systems and operations
Module 4: Support and Operational Controls
- Awareness, training, and communication strategies
- Reporting mechanisms and whistleblowing systems
- Internal controls, segregation of duties, and conflict of interest management
- Managing gifts, hospitality, donations, and facilitation payments
Module 5: Monitoring, Evaluation, and Performance
- Monitoring and measuring ABMS effectiveness
- Conducting internal audits of the ABMS
- Incident investigation, nonconformities, and corrective actions
- Management review and continual improvement
Module 6: Certification Process and Role of the Lead Implementer
- Steps to achieve ISO 37001 certification
- Documentation and audit preparation
- Role and responsibilities of the Lead Implementer
- Case studies, practical exercises, and implementation planning
- Final exam or assessment (if applicable)
- Compliance Officers & Ethics Managers
- Risk Management Professionals
- Internal & External Auditors
- Legal Advisors & Corporate Lawyers
- Governance & CSR Professionals
- Consultants & Implementers
- Public Officials & NGO Personnel
- Senior Managers & Executives
- All Modules within this qualification are assessed internally by the approved training Centre and externally verified by BURRAQ UK. The program uses a criterion-referenced assessment approach to ensure that learners successfully meet all required learning outcomes.
- A Pass in any unit is granted only when the learner submits valid, reliable, and authentic evidence that demonstrates achievement of the assessment criteria. The Assessor is responsible for reviewing this evidence and confirming that the learner has attained the expected standard.