Corporate Liability Provision 17A: Anti Bribery & Anti-Corruption

COURSE OBJECTIVES:

• Understanding Malaysia’s corruption problem in a micro level and the role private sector plays in upholding good governance
• Learning offences and requirements under the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission Act 2009, The Penal Code, understanding international instruments and its context and learning about Malaysia’s Whistleblower Protection Law.
• Exploring The Anti-Money Laundering, Anti-Terrorism Financing and Proceeds of Unlawful Activities Act 2001 (AMLA)
• Learning to apply high standards of integrity and best practices in executing ones working task, identifying red flags and reporting duties.

OUTCOMES:

• Understanding of Malaysia’s Corruption and Private Sector Governance Problem: Employees will be able to identify and analyze the complex layers of corruption prevalent within Malaysia, encompassing both public and private sectors. They will gain insights into the socio-economic factors contributing to this issue and its impact on organizational integrity.
• Knowledge of Offences under the Anti-Money Laundering, Anti-Terrorism Financing and Proceeds of Unlawful Activities Act 2001 (AMLA) and able to comply with Bank Negara’s requirement: Employees will acquire in-depth knowledge. They will understand the legal framework, bank negara requirements and able to identify red flags.
• Knowledge of Offences and Requirements under the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission Act 2009: Employees will acquire in-depth knowledge of the key offences outlined in the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission Act 2009. They will understand the legal framework governing anti-corruption efforts in Malaysia and the implications for organizational compliance.
• Application of High Standards of Integrity and Best Practices: Employees will learn to apply principles of integrity and best practices in executing their work tasks. They will understand the importance of personal integrity and ethical decision-making in fostering a culture of accountability and transparency within their organizations.

• Company Directors & Board Members
• CEOs, CFOs & Senior Management
• Compliance & Risk Officers
• HR & Internal Audit Teams
• Managers & Employees in Governance Functions

DAY 1: 9.00 am - 5.00 pm

9.00AM - 10.30AM 

MODULE 1: MALAYSIA’S CORRUPTION STATUS- WHAT IS THE SITUATION?

• Unearth the intricate layers of corruption within Malaysia, spanning both private and public sectors. Delve into the far-reaching effects and current realities that shape the corruption landscape.
• Investigate key institutions across the nation, dissecting existing practices, and exploring ongoing reforms under the new administration.
• Navigate through The National Anti-Corruption Plan, uncovering its current status and provisions relevant to the private sector.

Activity: Engage in gripping case studies, dynamic games, and thought-provoking group discussions.

10.30AM - 10.45AM Break

10.45AM - 1.00PM 

MODULE 2- THE VARIOUS INSTRUMENT AND LEGISLATION TO COMBAT BRIBERY- UNDERSTANDING THE LAW

• Navigate the International Legal Framework and Business Instruments- Understanding context and need for local law
• The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission Act 2009- Key offences under the Act
• 17A Corporate Liability- Attention on top management, partners and board of directors
• The Penal Code Offences of Cheating, Fraud and Criminal Breach of Trust
• The Whistleblower Protection Act 2010- Types of protection, statistics, disclosure channels
• How is this relevant to the organisation

Activity: Real world case studies & group discussion

1.00PM - 2.00PM Lunch

2.00PM - 3.30PM 

MODULE 3: DIRTY MONEY TO CLEAN MONEY

• Importance of understanding money laundering
• Unpack money laundering, terrorism financing and unlawful activities
• Definition and stages of money laundering (Placement, Layering, Integration)
• Common techniques used in money laundering
• Emerging trends and challenges
• Case studies

Activity: insightful group discussions, Analyzing scenarios to identify potential money laundering activities relevant to industry and personal reflection.

3.30PM - 3.45PM Break

3.45PM - 5.00PM 

MODULE 4- EXPLORING THE LEGAL TERRAIN

• Overview of international standards
• Legal and Regulatory Framework governing anti-money laundering efforts in Malaysia
• Risk assessment and mitigation strategies- Customer due diligence (CDD) and Know Your Customer (KYC) procedures
• Identifying Red flags and indicators of suspicious activities
• Responsibilities of reporting institutions
• Suspicious activity reporting (SAR)
• Exploring Bank Negara Guidelines

Activity: Group discussion & Personal reflection

The program uses real-world case studies, interactive discussions, and compliance frameworks to ensure practical application. Participants walk away with not just theory, but actionable strategies to prevent corruption and protect themselves and their companies.

 This is not your regular training — it’s a shield for your business, your board, and your future.

K. STANLEY
Bachelor of Laws (Honours)- Northumbria University, Newcastle UK
Certificate in Legal Practice- The Malaysian Legal Profession Qualifying Board

Sudhagaran Stanley read Law at Northumbria University in Newcastle UK. He currently holds the position of Deputy Chief Executive Officer at the Center to Combat Corruption and Cronyism (C4 Center), an organization dedicated to advocating for good governance and combating corruption in both the public and private sectors.

Throughout his professional career, Stanley has held several significant roles, including his past position as Chairman of the Commission of Migrant and Itinerants, Malaysia, Singapore, and Brunei. He also served as the former Coordinator of the Migration Working Group Malaysia. In addition, he co-founded the Lifebridge Learning Center, where he sits on the Board of Directors. This center provides free education to disadvantaged urban residents and refugees in Malaysia. Stanley is also a co-founder of the Islanders Tamil Youth Network, a youth movement based in Penang.

Stanley's work has taken him to various countries around the world, where he has presented and participated in training sessions, conferences, and advocacy meetings related to his extensive portfolio. These countries include the US, UK, Germany, Netherlands, Italy, UAE, India, Nepal, Indonesia, Cambodia, Philippines, Thailand, and Singapore.

In 2018, Stanley was selected as one of six leaders by the British High Commission in Malaysia to represent Malaysia in the "Young Leaders Exchange Visit" to the United Kingdom. During this visit, he engaged with institutions such as the British Parliament, The Foreign and Commonwealth Office, The British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC), and the Westminster Foundation for Democracy.

Stanley is known for his expertise in human rights, good governance, and anti-corruption policies, which are frequently published by Malaysian news media outlets. He has provided interviews to various news agencies, including Bernama, Astro Awani, Malaysiakini, The Edge, BFM radio, The Sun, Sinar Harian, and The Star. Additionally, Stanley has been featured on the "Consider This" live show a number of times on Astro Awani, where he discusses anti-corruption and related topics.

His professional background includes close collaboration with institutions such as The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) and The National Centre for Governance, Integrity, and Anti-Corruption (GIACC). He has contributed his views on policies and laws, as well as participated in joint programs as part of his work portfolio. Stanley is a member of the All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) on political finance, a parliamentary working group comprising members from the ruling coalition, opposition, and civil society. This group advocates for political finance law reform in Malaysia. He is also a member of the Whistleblower Protection Act reform task force, led by the Legal Affairs Division under the Prime Minister's Department, aimed at reviewing and proposing amendments to the act. Furthermore, Stanley has conducted training sessions for civil servants and government-linked labor union leaders as part of an anti-corruption strategy to foster a change in attitude and align public service delivery with good governance principles. He has also been involved in investigation committees and panels established by management to probe suspected corrupt incidents and abuse of power within organizations, providing recommendations for policy improvement.

Other Qualifications:

• Authorized Unit Trust Consultant- Federation of Investment Managers Malaysia
• Authorized Insurance Consultant- The Malaysian Insurance Institute
• Registered Financial Planner- Zurich Insurance Malaysia
• Certification on Ethical Business and Recruitment Practices in Labour Migration in the Middle East, North Africa and Asia (Diplomacy Training Program) Faculty of Law, University of New South Wales, Australia
• Certification on Contemporary Challenges to International Criminal Justice (Summer Academy) Northumbria University, Newcastle UK.
• Certification on Business and Human Rights (Diplomacy Training Program) Faculty of Law, University of New South Wales Australia
• A-Levels Thinking Skills- Cambridge University London
• Accredited Human Resource Development Corporation (HRD-Corp) Trainer

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