Governance & Compliance

Ethics and Integrity Programmes

An ethics and integrity programme helps people make the right choices when rules are unclear. This course covers designing integrity programmes: values and codes, ethical decision-making frameworks, leadership role modelling, training and dilemmas, speak-up channels, incentives, measuring ethical culture and responding to misconduct.

5 days Classroom or live online English

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Why attend

From knowledge to real-world impact.

Compliance rules cannot cover every situation; ethical judgement fills the gap. You will learn to build a culture where integrity is the norm.

Workplace challenges

Professional Problems This Course Is Designed to Solve

The programme explores practical approaches to the following challenges. Results depend on how the learning is applied in your organisation.

Difficulty translating subject knowledge into practical workplace decisions.
Inconsistent approaches to the activities covered in the course outline.
Lack of a structured plan for applying and reviewing new skills.

Course methodology

How you will learn.

Ethical dilemma discussions, programme design workshops, culture survey analysis and case studies.

Course objectives

What you'll take away.

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

Explain the elements of an integrity programme
Develop values and codes of ethics
Teach ethical decision-making frameworks
Engage leaders as ethical role models
Measure ethical culture
Respond consistently to misconduct

Target audience

Who should attend.

This course is suitable for:

Ethics and compliance officers
HR and culture leaders
Senior managers
Internal auditors
Governance professionals

Target competencies

Capabilities you will build.

Participants will develop competencies in:

Programme design
Ethical reasoning
Culture measurement
Leadership engagement
Misconduct response

Course outline

Your learning journey.

A focused, practical outline with time to explore, apply and reflect.

Day 1Ethics at Work

09:00–10:08Ethics versus compliance
10:08–11:00Why good people do wrong
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Why good people do wrong (continued)
11:45–12:53Dilemmas
12:53–14:00Exercise

Day 2Values and Codes

09:00–10:08Defining values
10:08–11:00Codes of ethics
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Codes of ethics (continued)
11:45–12:53Communication
12:53–14:00Workshop

Day 3Decision Making

09:00–10:08Decision frameworks
10:08–11:00Grey areas
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Grey areas (continued)
11:45–12:53Dilemma training
12:53–14:00Exercise

Day 4Culture

09:00–10:08Leadership role
10:08–11:00Incentives
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Incentives (continued)
11:45–12:53Measuring culture
12:53–14:00Case study

Day 5Response

09:00–10:08Speak-up
10:08–11:00Consistent discipline
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Consistent discipline (continued)
11:45–12:53Learning
12:53–14:00Action plan

The timings provided are estimates and may vary depending on the number of participants and the discussions taking place during the sessions. They are indicative only and do not constitute a binding commitment.

Dates & venues

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Confirmed dates accept registration requests. Tentative dates are enquiry only.

Good to know

A few things to know.

How is the course delivered?

Our classroom programmes combine facilitated discussion, case studies, exercises and reflection. The precise format will be confirmed before enrolment.

Can you deliver this programme for our team?

Yes, you can enquire about a tailored programme. Share your goals, group size and preferred dates with our learning team.

Will I receive a certificate?

Participants who complete the programme receive a Smart Horizon certificate of attendance. Smart Horizon programmes are not externally accredited and do not award a professional qualification, licence or designation. Where a course title or outline refers to a professional certification (for example, AACE International's Certified Cost Professional), the programme supports learning and preparation only; the credential itself is awarded solely by the relevant professional body under its own application and examination requirements.

What should I confirm before booking travel?

Please confirm the session, exact venue, accessibility arrangements, fees and any visa requirements with the team before arranging travel. Tentative dates are not confirmed sessions.

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