Training on Integrity, Ethics & Anti-Corruption in Public Procurement

Programme Overview

Integrity in Public Procurement Training has become increasingly important as governments, development partners, and public institutions strengthen procurement governance, ethics, transparency, accountability, and anti-corruption throughout the procurement lifecycle. Integrity, ethics, and transparency are fundamental to effective public procurement and essential for ensuring accountability, fair competition, value for money, and public trust. This executive training provides participants with practical knowledge, internationally recognized frameworks, and modern tools to strengthen integrity, ethics, transparency, and anti-corruption measures across public procurement systems. The programme covers procurement governance, corruption risk assessment, fraud prevention, supplier due diligence, internal controls, compliance monitoring, whistleblower protection, procurement audits, and international standards including UNCAC, OECD, and World Bank procurement frameworks. Through practical workshops, international case studies, and interactive discussions, participants will develop the skills needed to improve procurement governance, strengthen institutional integrity, enhance compliance, and foster a culture of ethics and accountability within their organizations. Professionals seeking to further strengthen procurement governance and institutional performance may also benefit from our Public Procurement & Contract Management Training, E-Procurement & Digital Procurement Systems Training, Fraud Risk Management & Investigation Training, and Governance, Risk Management & Compliance (GRC) Training.

The programme strengthens institutional capability in the following areas: The Growing Importance of Integrity, Ethics & Anti-Corruption in Public Procurement Public procurement accounts for a significant proportion of government expenditure and plays a critical role in delivering infrastructure, public services, healthcare, education, and national development priorities. As procurement activities continue to expand in scale and complexity, governments, development partners, and oversight institutions face increasing pressure to strengthen transparency, accountability, and ethical governance while preventing fraud and corruption. Weak procurement governance can result in bid rigging, conflicts of interest, supplier collusion, contract manipulation, political interference, financial losses, reduced competition, and declining public confidence. These challenges not only undermine value for money but also delay project delivery, reduce service quality, and weaken institutional credibility. Modern procurement systems therefore require professionals capable of designing and implementing effective integrity frameworks, strengthening internal controls, identifying corruption risks, improving compliance monitoring, and promoting ethical decision-making throughout the procurement lifecycle. Increasingly, organizations are also integrating digital procurement platforms, data analytics, Artificial Intelligence, open contracting, and risk-based oversight to improve transparency and strengthen procurement governance. Organizations increasingly require professionals capable of: Organizations with strong procurement integrity systems are better able to: Institutional Application Regional Relevance & Application Europe Supporting transparent procurement systems, regulatory compliance, public sector modernization, integrity management, and alignment with international procurement standards. Africa Strengthening procurement governance, donor-funded projects, anti-corruption initiatives, institutional accountability, and public financial management across government institutions. Middle East Supporting procurement reforms, governance modernization, integrity systems, compliance frameworks, and transparent public sector service delivery. Asia Supporting procurement modernization, digital procurement transformation, institutional integrity, infrastructure governance, sustainable public procurement, and public sector reform initiatives. Pacific Strengthening procurement oversight, institutional capacity, transparency, accountability, and effective management of public investment and development programmes. Host Country Profile Vienna, Austria, provides an outstanding environment for executive learning in public procurement, governance, and anti-corruption. As the headquarters of the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), the International Anti-Corruption Academy (IACA), the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE), and numerous international organizations, Vienna is recognized globally as a center for integrity, transparency, and good governance. The city’s strong legal and regulatory framework, commitment to public sector accountability, and alignment with European Union procurement standards provide participants with valuable insights into international best practices in procurement governance, compliance, and institutional integrity. Its strategic location, excellent international connectivity, modern conference facilities, and multicultural environment also make Vienna an ideal destination for networking, knowledge exchange, and professional development among public sector leaders and procurement professionals from around the world. Common Challenges in Public Procurement Integrity, And How This Training Helps Public procurement professionals often encounter complex governance, compliance, and integrity challenges that can undermine transparency, competition, and value for money. This programme addresses many of the most common issues faced by governments, public institutions, and development organizations. How can organizations reduce corruption risks throughout the procurement lifecycle? The programme introduces internationally recognized integrity frameworks, corruption risk assessment methodologies, and practical prevention strategies that help organizations identify vulnerabilities, strengthen controls, and reduce opportunities for fraud and misconduct. How can procurement teams detect bid rigging, collusion, and procurement fraud? Participants learn to recognize procurement red flags, identify suspicious bidding patterns, conduct supplier integrity assessments, and apply practical techniques for detecting and responding to procurement fraud and anti-competitive practices. How can institutions strengthen transparency and accountability in procurement? The programme explores governance frameworks, ethical procurement practices, procurement oversight mechanisms, open contracting principles, and accountability systems that promote transparent and responsible procurement processes. How can conflicts of interest be effectively managed? Participants examine practical approaches for identifying, disclosing, managing, and mitigating conflicts of interest while strengthening ethical decision-making throughout the procurement process. How can organizations improve procurement compliance and internal controls? The programme provides practical guidance on developing procurement policies, strengthening internal control systems, improving compliance monitoring, and enhancing procurement audit and assurance functions. How can supplier due diligence reduce procurement risks? Participants learn how to conduct integrity-based supplier assessments, beneficial ownership reviews, and risk-based due diligence to minimize fraud, corruption, and reputational risks. How can digital technologies strengthen procurement integrity? The programme demonstrates how digital procurement platforms, procurement analytics, dashboard reporting, Artificial Intelligence, and data-driven oversight can improve transparency, identify irregularities, and support more informed procurement decisions. How can organizations meet international donor and regulatory requirements? Participants gain practical knowledge of internationally recognized procurement integrity principles and frameworks, including the United Nations Convention Against Corruption (UNCAC), OECD recommendations, and World Bank procurement requirements, helping organizations strengthen compliance and governance. How can institutions build a long-term culture of ethics and integrity? The programme emphasizes leadership, organizational accountability, ethical decision-making, and continuous institutional improvement to help organizations embed integrity into everyday procurement practices rather than relying solely on compliance measures. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) What is integrity in public procurement? Integrity in public procurement refers to applying ethics, transparency, accountability, and fairness throughout the procurement lifecycle to prevent corruption, fraud, conflicts of interest, and misuse of public funds. Strong procurement integrity promotes public trust, fair competition, value for money, and effective governance. Why is integrity important in public procurement? Integrity is essential for ensuring transparent, accountable, and efficient procurement processes. It helps reduce corruption risks, strengthens compliance, promotes fair competition, protects public resources, and improves confidence among governments, suppliers, development partners, and citizens. Which international standards are covered? The programme explores internationally recognized frameworks and good practices, including the United Nations Convention Against Corruption (UNCAC), OECD Principles for Public Integrity, World Bank Procurement Framework, and other international procurement governance and compliance standards.

Delivered by Risalat Consultants International in Vienna, Austria, it combines expert-led sessions, real cases and group work, so that participants can apply what they learn in their own institution.

The Programme Strengthens Institutional Capability

• Principles of Integrity, Ethics, and Accountability
• Public Procurement Governance Frameworks
• Public Procurement Cycle and Points of Vulnerability
• Procurement Fraud and Corruption Risks
• International Legal and Regulatory Frameworks
• United Nations Convention Against Corruption (UNCAC)
• OECD Principles for Public Integrity
• World Bank Procurement Framework
• Fraud risk assessment and fraud risk registers
• Design and testing of internal controls
• The Three Lines model and the role of oversight
• Audit planning, evidence and documentation

It is designed for procurement Directors and Managers, procurement Officers and Specialists, tender Committee Members and others who want practical, current skills in fraud, audit and internal control.

The Growing Importance of Training on Integrity, Ethics & Anti-Corruption in Public Procurement

Public bodies and donor-financed projects are expected to show that funds are used for their intended purpose. Auditors, oversight bodies and financiers increasingly look beyond the financial statements to the controls, records and behaviours behind them.

Fraud and control weaknesses rarely come from one failure. They grow where roles are unclear, records are incomplete and warning signs are not followed up. Teams that understand how fraud happens, and how controls stop it, protect both their institution and the people it serves.

Organisations increasingly require professionals capable of:

• Identify and rate fraud and control risks in their own processes
• Design controls that are proportionate and testable
• Gather and document reliable audit evidence
• Recognise red flags early and escalate them correctly
• Turn findings into practical, agreed actions

Strong fraud, audit and internal control systems help organisations:

• Reduce losses and ineligible expenditure
• Pass external audits with fewer findings
• Strengthen trust with financiers and citizens
• Respond to allegations in a fair and documented way

This Training on Integrity, Ethics & Anti-Corruption in Public Procurement programme brings these elements together in a practical format, so that participants understand not only what good practice looks like but also how to introduce it in their own setting, with the people and resources they have.

Who Should Attend This Training on Integrity, Ethics & Anti-Corruption in Public Procurement Training?

This programme is designed for:

• Procurement Directors and Managers
• Procurement Officers and Specialists
• Tender Committee Members
• Contract Management Professionals
• Government Procurement Officials
• Public Procurement Regulatory Authorities
• Internal Auditors
• Supreme Audit Institution Officials
• Anti-Corruption Commission Officers
• Integrity and Ethics Officers
• Compliance and Risk Management Professionals
• Legal and Contract Management Officers

The programme suits experienced professionals as well as those moving into new responsibilities. Groups that mix institutions and countries are encouraged, because participants learn a great deal from each other’s experience.

Training on Integrity, Ethics & Anti-Corruption in Public Procurement Training Objectives

Upon successful completion of this Training on Integrity, Ethics & Anti-Corruption in Public Procurement Training, participants will be able to:

• Explain how and why fraud happens, using recognised fraud risk models
• Carry out a fraud and control risk assessment for a real process
• Map controls to risks using the Three Lines model
• Plan an audit or review and choose suitable tests
• Recognise common red flags in procurement, payments and payroll
• Document evidence that stands up to review
• Write clear findings with agreed management actions
• Set up follow-up so that actions are completed
• Promote an ethical culture and safe reporting channels

Each objective is practised during the programme through exercises, cases or group work, so that participants leave able to do it, not only to describe it.

Programme Contents and Structure

Training on Integrity, Ethics & Anti-Corruption in Public Procurement Training Methodology

The programme combines internationally recognized best practices with a highly interactive and practice-oriented learning approach, enabling participants to strengthen both technical knowledge and practical skills that can be immediately applied within their organizations. Upon completion of the programme, participants will leave with practical tools, implementation strategies, internationally recognized good practices, and organization-specific action plans that can immediately strengthen procurement governance, enhance transparency, improve compliance, reduce corruption risks, and promote a culture of integrity and accountability.

The programme combines:

• Executive-Led Presentations – Expert-led sessions covering international procurement integrity frameworks, governance principles, anti-corruption strategies, and global best practices
• International Case Studies & Scenario Analysis – Examination of real-world procurement corruption cases, integrity failures, and successful reform initiatives to translate theory into practical application
• Interactive Group Discussions & Executive Peer Learning – Facilitated discussions that encourage participants to exchange experiences, share institutional challenges, and explore practical solutions
• Integrity Risk Mapping & Diagnostic Exercises – Practical exercises to identify procurement vulnerabilities, corruption risks, and integrity gaps across the procurement lifecycle
• Compliance Toolkit Development – Development of practical tools including integrity risk registers, conflict of interest declarations, supplier due diligence checklists, procurement red flag indicators, and compliance monitoring templates
• Practical Workshops & Simulations – Hands-on exercises focusing on procurement fraud detection, ethical decision-making, whistleblower protection, procurement investigations, and compliance reviews
• Artificial Intelligence & Digital Procurement Applications – Demonstrations of emerging technologies, procurement analytics, dashboard reporting, and Artificial Intelligence applications for strengthening procurement oversight and fraud prevention
• Institutional Action Planning – Participants develop practical Procurement Integrity Improvement Action Plans tailored to their organizational priorities and institutional context
• Expert-led sessions on current practice
• Regional and international case studies

Before the programme, a short pre-assessment helps the facilitators understand each participant’s role and priorities, so that examples and exercises can be adjusted to the group. Each day ends with a short reflection in which participants note what they will apply at work.

Expected Outcomes

Upon completion of this Training on Integrity, Ethics & Anti-Corruption in Public Procurement Training, participants will be able to:

• Assess fraud and control risks in their own processes
• Design and test proportionate controls
• Recognise red flags and escalate them correctly
• Document reliable evidence
• Report findings that lead to agreed action
• Lead practical improvements in their institution

Participants leave with a personal action plan and practical tools they can use in their institution from the first week back. Institutions that send several participants can use the programme to agree shared methods and templates across teams, which makes improvements easier to sustain.

Institutional Application of Training on Integrity, Ethics & Anti-Corruption in Public Procurement Training

This programme supports organisations in strengthening:

• Fraud and corruption risk management
• Internal control frameworks
• Audit and oversight arrangements
• Follow-up of audit findings
• Integrity and reporting channels

Participants return with practical tools to improve:

• Risk registers and control maps
• Audit planning and testing
• Evidence and documentation
• Reporting to management and boards
• Prevention of ineligible expenditure

The programme is built so that learning moves from the classroom into the institution. Participants work on their own processes and documents where possible, and leave with an action plan that their managers can review and support.

Regional Relevance & Application

Europe

European institutions apply fraud, audit and internal control within detailed regulatory frameworks and reform agendas. Participants from Europe can compare their practice with colleagues from other regions and test how established methods work under different conditions.

Africa

Across Africa, ministries, agencies and project teams working in fraud, audit and internal control increasingly operate alongside donor-financed programmes that expect clear systems and evidence. The programme helps participants adapt good practice to the institutions and resources they work with.

Middle East

In the Middle East, national development strategies and diversification plans place growing demands on fraud, audit and internal control. Participants explore how to build the capability these plans need inside public bodies and companies.

Asia

Institutions across Asia combine rapid growth with ambitious modernisation programmes. Participants from Asia can share their experience of scaling systems quickly and learn from approaches used elsewhere.

Pacific

Small island and Pacific states face particular constraints of size, distance and capacity. The programme highlights practical, proportionate approaches to fraud, audit and internal control that suit smaller institutions.

Holding the programme in Vienna, Austria brings participants together away from their daily pressures, so they can compare how fraud, audit and internal control is handled in different settings. The same programme can also be delivered in-house for one institution, in its own country or online, with cases taken from its current work.

Host Country Profile – Austria

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Studying away from their own country gives participants time to focus, a fresh view of their own institution and the chance to build a network with colleagues from other countries.

The programme takes place at TBD.

Training on Integrity, Ethics & Anti-Corruption in Public Procurement Training Deliverables

Participants receive support before, during and after the programme, so that preparation, learning and follow-up form one continuous experience.

Before the Programme

• Participant Pre-Assessment
• Training on Integrity, Ethics & Anti-Corruption in Public Procurement Readiness Assessment
• Training on Integrity, Ethics & Anti-Corruption in Public Procurement Resource Pack
• Preparatory Reading Materials
• Complimentary Visa Support & Advisory

During the Programme

• Airport Pickup & Welcome Assistance
• Accommodation with Breakfast
• Welcome Networking Dinner
• Risalat Training Kit (Bag, Bottle, Mug, T-Shirt, Cap, Passport Cover, Pens, Notebook, Magnet & Keychain)
• Comprehensive Training on Integrity, Ethics & Anti-Corruption in Public Procurement Training Manual
• Fraud Risk Register Template
• Control Mapping Matrix
• Audit Evidence Checklist
• Findings and Follow-up Tracker
• Practical Workshops & Simulations
• Group Discussions & Peer Learning
• Daily Lunch and Refreshments
• Full Access to Training Venue Facilities
• Mini Pad / Tablet with Digital Learning Materials
• Field Visit (where applicable)
• Entertaining City Tour

After the Programme

• Certificate of Completion
• Risalat Programme Participation Recognition Award
• Post-Training Reference Materials
• Fraud Risk Self-Assessment Guide
• Control Testing Checklist
• Post-Training Support & Follow-Up Guidance
• Programme Report

Institutions can also request a tailored in-house version of this programme, delivered at their premises or online. Request a proposal.

Common Challenges in Training on Integrity, Ethics & Anti-Corruption in Public Procurement, And How This Training Helps

How can institutions identify and rate fraud and control risks in their own processes?

The programme addresses this directly on the first day (How fraud happens and why it matters), where participants practise the methods involved and adapt them to their own institution, then build it into their action plan.

How can institutions design controls that are proportionate and testable?

The programme addresses this directly on the second day (Fraud risk assessment), where participants practise the methods involved and adapt them to their own institution, then build it into their action plan.

How can institutions gather and document reliable audit evidence?

The programme addresses this directly on the third day (Controls and the Three Lines model), where participants practise the methods involved and adapt them to their own institution, then build it into their action plan.

How can institutions recognise red flags early and escalate them correctly?

The programme addresses this directly on the fourth day (Detection, audit and investigation), where participants practise the methods involved and adapt them to their own institution, then build it into their action plan.

How can institutions turn findings into practical, agreed actions?

The programme addresses this directly on the fifth day (Reporting, follow-up and action planning), where participants practise the methods involved and adapt them to their own institution, then build it into their action plan.

Frequently Asked Questions

When and where does the Training on Integrity, Ethics & Anti-Corruption in Public Procurement programme take place?

It runs from 22 Feb 2027 to 26 Feb 2027, in Vienna, Austria (TBD). The registration deadline is shown at the top of this page.

Who should attend?

The programme is designed for procurement Directors and Managers, procurement Officers and Specialists, tender Committee Members, contract Management Professionals, and others who want practical skills in fraud, audit and internal control.

Will I receive a certificate?

Yes. Participants who complete the programme receive a Certificate of Completion from Risalat Consultants International.

Can this programme be delivered for our institution only?

Yes. We can deliver a tailored in-house version at your premises, in another city or online, built around your own cases. Use the proposal request on this page.

Do I need prior experience in fraud, audit and internal control?

No specialist background is required beyond experience in a related role. A short pre-assessment helps the facilitators adapt the sessions to the group.

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