
ISO 37001
Anti-Bribery Management System
ISO 37001
Anti-Bribery Management System
It is estimated that globally, over $1.5 trillion in bribes change hands every year. Apart from the negative economic impact, bribery also impacts the whole society as it undermines trust, leads to unfairness, creates inequality, and stifles motivation. ISO joined the global fight against bribery by developing ISO 37001, an international standard that sets out the requirements for an anti-bribery management system (ABMS).

Published in 2016 as a Type A management system standard (MSS), ISO 37001specifies the requirements and provides guidance for the establishment, implementation, monitoring, maintenance, and continual improvement of an ABMS.
An ABMS based on ISO 37001 is intended to help organizations effectively prevent, detect, and respond to bribery. Other forms of corruption, such as fraud, are not covered by the standard. The requirements of the standard are generic and applicable to all organizations, regardless of their type, size, and sector (public, private, or not-for-profit). Furthermore, ISO 37001 can be used to tackle bribery by or of the organization as well as direct and indirect bribery.
ISO 37001 follows the High-Level Structure (HLS) and shares the common terminology with other management system standards developed by ISO. This means that an ABMS can either be established as a stand-alone management system, be part of an overall compliance management system based on ISO 37301, or be integrated with other management systems based on standards such as ISO 37002, ISO 9001, and ISO 45001.
Benefits of Certification
Implementing an ABMS based on ISO 37001 can be a good strategic decision to demonstrate an organization’s commitment to effectively prevent, detect, and respond to bribery. Organizations seeking an effective ABMS will have to demonstrate their commitment to prevent bribery by establishing policies, procedures, and controls which contribute in reducing bribery risks. Nevertheless, the requirements of ISO 37001 are generic; therefore, organizations will have plenty of freedom to establish an ABMS which best suits their needs.

Some of the benefits that organizations would obtain by implementing an ABMS based on ISO 37001 include:
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Improved ability to detect, prevent, and respond to bribery by or of the organization
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Opportunity to certify the ABMS by undergoing a conformity assessment from an accredited conformity assessment body
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Establishment of processes that allow proper due diligence of prospective personnel and business associates
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Opportunity to contribute in the global fight against bribery
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Opportunity to shape, improve, or transform the culture of an organization
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Improved ability to respond, mitigate, and deal with the consequences if a bribery case occurs
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In certain jurisdictions, the existence of an internal mechanism to address bribery issues can reduce penalties in cases of wrongdoing
As a global provider of training, examination, and certification services, PECB will help you become a successful anti-bribery consultant, auditor, or implementation/auditing team member.
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ISO 37001 Introduction training course is appropriate for professionals who want to obtain a brief and overall understanding of ISO 37001 requirements for an ABMS
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ISO 37001 Foundation training course is appropriate for entry-level professionals who want to acquire a clause-by-clause overview of ISO 37001 requirements for an ABMS.
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ISO 37001 Lead Implementer is a five-day training course that will enable you to acquire the necessary competencies to implement, operate, maintain, and continually improve an ABMS based on ISO 37001.
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ISO 37001 Lead Auditor is a five-day training course that allows you to obtain the necessary capabilities to audit an ABMS against the criteria established by ISO 37001, based on the good practices and guidelines and requirements for auditing management systems outlined by ISO 19011 and ISO/IEC 17021-1.
Join the global fight against bribery!
Lead Implementer
The benefits of implementing an anti-bribery management system (ABMS) based on ISO 37001 are manifold: helping the organization avoid or mitigate the costs, risks, and damage of involvement in bribery, promoting trust and confidence, encouraging due diligence and ethically sound business dealings, etc. To gain such benefits for your organization, you must be equipped with the knowledge and skills required to establish, implement, manage, maintain, and continually improve an ABMS. For that, the PECB ISO 37001 Lead Implementer training course is the right place to be. The training course aims to provide in-depth understanding of ISO 37001 requirements, as well as the best practices and approaches used for the implementation and subsequent maintenance of the management system.
5
days
3
hours
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Day 1: Introduction to ISO 37001 and the initiation of an ABMS
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Day 2: Implementation plan of an ABMS
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Day 3: Implementation of an ABMS
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Day 4: ABMS continual improvement and preparation for the certification audit
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Day 5: Certification exam
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By attending the training course, you can help organizations comply with anti-bribery laws, as well as establish controls within the organization that proactively contribute in combating bribery and contribute to the creation of a culture of integrity, transparency, openness, and compliance.
After attending the training course, you can take the exam. If you pass, you can apply for the “PECB Certified ISO 37001 Lead Implementer” credential. Internationally recognized and IAS accredited, the “PECB ISO 37001 Lead Implementer” certificate validates your professional capabilities and competences to implement an ABMS in an organization based on the requirements of ISO 37001.
Target Audience
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Managers and consultants wishing to develop a thorough understanding of ISO 37001 requirements for an anti-bribery management system
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Managers and consultants seeking a comprehensive ABMS implementation framework
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Managers responsible for practicing due diligence with regard to bribery risks
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Individuals wishing to contribute in maintaining organizational integrity by supporting ethical behavior
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Managers and members of governance, risk management, and compliance teams
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Individuals aspiring to become anti-bribery consultants
Learning objectives
By the end of this training course, the participant will:
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Explain the fundamental concepts and principles of an anti-bribery management system (ABMS) based on ISO 37001
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Interpret the ISO 37001 requirements for an ABMS from the perspective of an implementer
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Initiate and plan the implementation of an ABMS based on ISO 37001, by utilizing PECB’s IMS2 Methodology and other best practices
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Support an organization in operating, maintaining, and continually improving an ABMS based on ISO 37001
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Prepare an organization to undergo a third-party certification audit
Educational approach
The training course is participant-centred and contains:
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Theories and best practices used in anti-bribery management
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Lecture sessions, illustrated with practical examples based on a case study that includes role-playing and discussions
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Interaction between participants by means of questions and suggestions
Prerequisites
A fundamental understanding of the risk management framework, process, and principles.
Lead Auditor
The PECB Certified ISO 37001 Lead Auditor training course provides the necessary knowledge and skills that enable you to perform anti-bribery management system (ABMS) audits by applying widely recognized audit principles, procedures, and techniques.
Many organizations seek competent auditors to determine whether the policies and anti-bribery controls, implemented as part of an ISO 37001-based ABMS, are effective. This training course aims to help you complete these tasks successfully and intends to reflect the importance of effective ABMS audits. Additionally, it aims to strengthen your knowledge and skills to plan and carry out ABMS audits in compliance with the guidelines for auditing management systems provided in ISO 19011 and the certification process described in ISO/IEC 17021-1.
5
days
3
hours
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Day 1: Introduction to the anti-bribery management system (ABMS) and ISO 37001
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Day 2: Audit principles and the preparation for and initiation of an audit
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Day 3: On-site audit activities
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Day 4: Closing of the audit
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Day 5: Certification exam
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The exercises, quizzes, and case studies provided are designed to help you practice the most important aspects of an ABMS audit: ISO 37001 requirements, auditing principles, tools and techniques used to obtain evidence, leading a team of auditors, conducting interviews with auditee, reviewing documented information, drafting nonconformity reports, and preparing the final audit report.
The successful completion of the training course is followed by an exam. If you pass the exam, you can apply for the “PECB Certified ISO 37001 Lead Auditor” credential. An IAS accredited and internationally recognized “PECB ISO 37001 Lead Auditor” certificate validates your professional capabilities and demonstrates your ability to audit an ABMS based on ISO 37001.
Target Audience
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Auditors seeking to perform and lead ABMS audits
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Managers or consultants seeking to master the ABMS audit process
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Individuals responsible for maintaining conformity to ISO 37001 requirements in an organization
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Technical experts seeking to prepare for an ABMS audit
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Expert advisors in anti-bribery management
Learning objectives
By the end of this training course, the participant will:
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Explain the fundamental concepts and principles of an anti-bribery management system (ABMS) based on ISO 37001
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Interpret the ISO 37001 requirements for an ABMS from the perspective of an auditor
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Evaluate the ABMS conformity to ISO 37001 requirements, in accordance with the fundamental audit concepts and principles
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Plan, conduct, and close an ISO 37001 compliance audit, in accordance with ISO/IEC 17021-1 requirements, ISO 19011 guidelines, and other best practices of auditing
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Manage an ISO 37001 audit program
Educational approach
This training course is participant centered and contains:
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Theories, approaches, and best practices used in anti-bribery management system auditing
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Lecture sessions, which are illustrated with case studies inspired by real events and practical exercises based on a case study that includes role-playing and discussions
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Interaction between participants by means of questions and suggestions
Prerequisites
The main requirements for participating in this training course are a fundamental understanding of ISO 37001 requirements for an ABMS and a comprehensive knowledge of audit principles.
Foundation
This training course is designed to help participants understand the fundamental concepts and principles of an anti-bribery management system (ABMS) based on ISO 37001. By attending this training course, participants will learn more about the structure and requirements of the standard for an ABMS, including the anti-bribery policy, the top management’s leadership and commitment, processes related to specific controls such as due diligence, financial and non-financial controls, gifts, hospitality, and donations, as well as performance evaluation and continual improvement processes.
2
days
60
min
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Day 1: Introduction to anti-bribery management system (ABMS) and clauses 4–6 of ISO 37001
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Day 2: Clauses 7–10 of ISO 37001 and certificate exam
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After completing this training course, you can sit for the exam and, if you successfully pass it, you can apply for the “PECB Certificate Holder in ISO 37001 Foundation” designation. A PECB foundation certificate proves that you have knowledge on the fundamental concepts, principles, methodologies, requirements, framework, and management approaches used in establishing anti-bribery management systems.
Target Audience
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Describe the anti-bribery management concepts, principles, and definitions
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Explain the main ISO 37001 requirements for an anti-bribery management system
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Identify potential actions and approaches that organizations can use to achieve conformity to ISO 37001
Learning objectives
By the end of this training course, the participant will:
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Describe the anti-bribery management concepts, principles, and definitions
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Explain the main ISO 37001 requirements for an anti-bribery management system
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Identify potential actions and approaches that organizations can use to achieve conformity to ISO 37001
Educational approach
The training course is participant-centred and contains:
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Lecture sessions include discussion questions and examples.
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The exercises include multiple-choice quizzes.
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The participants are encouraged to intercommunicate and engage in discussion and the completion of quizzes.
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Quizzes are similar to the exam.
Prerequisites
There are no prerequisites to participate in this training course.