Handling Corruption in Procurement

INTEGRITY | ACCURACY | OBJECTIVITY ICFE Malaysia Sdn Bhd International Cybercrime & Forensics Examiners www.icfe-cg.com Presents 2-Day Training On: Handling Corruption in Procurement 3 Feb 2010 - 4 Feb 2010 Parkroyal Hotel, Kuala Lumpur Complete the registration form at The Concept the back of this brochure and return Not too long ago, someone wrote “Power tends to corrupt, and absolute power corrupts absolutely. Great men are it to us by fax @ (603 ) 2147 4666 almost always bad man.” This has since being extended to any man that has some power over anything. • Purchasing Managers • Procurement Managers Who Should Attend • Buyers, Merchandisers Experts identify procurement as one of the area most prone • Fraud Investigators • Legal & Compliance Managers to corruption in the Banking, Oil and Gas, Trading, Health • CFOs & VPs Finance • Financial Controllers & Accountants and education sectors. Corruption in procurement • CEOs & MDs engenders bad choices, affects the efficiency of both • Company Directors • Risk Management & Regulatory Managers private and public sector spending and donors’ resources. • Internal Auditors & Audit Managers It creates waste and, ultimately, affects the quality of life for • Internal Control Officers • HR & Training Managers all mankind, health and education services and the • IT & Contract Managers • all who involved in Corporate opportunities they present to improve quality. Corruption Transparency & Governance also harms companies that produce goods and services in this area as it increases operation costs, reduce Led By: Tommy Seah & Stanley Chia competitiveness and, in the medium term, is not good (Principal Trainer) (Trainer-In-Attendance) business. Contracting is the main way a government operates and public money is spent. In this sense, contracts are the vehicles for implementing public policy. A significant portion of health and education expenditure goes to procurement or contracts for goods and services. It is edtimated that between 20-50% of the government health budget is used to produce drugs. Preventing and controlling corruption in Register by 31 December 2009 procurement is, therefore, a determining factor in policy for an EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT! and project efficiency. Become an Associate Member of CSI WORLD HEADQUARTERS Approved CPD Provider (worth USD200) for FREE! See brochure for more details AIA Members stand to receive 14 units of CSI Members enjoy 16 units of CPE Credits CPD hours by attending this seminar CSI World Headquarter s Training Professionals Globally

SPECIALLY TAILORED IN-HOUSE TRAINING is now available! Tel : (603) 2147 4580 | www.icfe-cg.com | enquiry@icfe-cg.com | Course Schedule Fax: (603) 2147 4666 Introduction to Purchasing Fraud Recap on Day 1 • Are Procurement Officers the main perpetrators of fraud How corruption operates in public contracting • What are some of the more popular misconception Corruption and Cultural Considerations regarding Procurement Fraud • Gifts and entertainment practices • What really is Procurement Fraud • Understanding the global environment • What are the limitations in auditing Procurement • Pressures towards transparency Day 1 Day 2 • Special situations in select industries Understanding and Shaping Your Organization’s • Understanding your organization’s policies, codes Areas Meriting Additional Consideration and practices • Bidding • Internal audit, Risk Management and Compliance • Blanket purchases role in Procurement • Minority and disadvantaged business programs • What is The New Paradign in dealing with fraud • Trade customs or practices • How does the new paradigm affects procurement Suggestions for assessing and improving your environment Case Discussion on Kickback • Ethics and Integrity • Collusion between employees and third parties • Can ethics be taught ? • Ethical Decisions Making Model The direction to go in handling allegation of corruption • The triangle of Temptations The CSI Fraud Compass : Recap on Day 2 Morning Session • In what order would you perform the suggested investigative tasks? Investigating - Responding to Suspected Wrongdoing • What would each of you recommend to be done • Introduction to investigations investigate the rumors of the COO receiving • What a complete investigation should include kickbacks from vendors? • Proving wrongdoing in purchasing • An investigative checklist Recap on Morning Session Contracting & the Prevention of Purchasing Fraud • Contracting tasks and controls Grease Money and Kickbacks - Cont’d... • A step-by-step approach to prevention • Where do i find the help in investigating Procurement • Working with management to deter purchasing fraud Fraud? • Suggestions for the future • What can be done to put more puzzle pieces on the board? A Discussion on Procurement Fraud Cases • What are the appropriate financial records to examine? Case Studies, Q & A Session Creative Accounting and Purchasing Fraud Refreshment • The CSI Systemic Approach to fraud detection • Purchasing fraud exposures 2 Tea Breaks and 1 Lunch Break • Symptoms and “red flags” of purchasing fraud will be provided for both days General Discussion, Q & A Session Interested in other courses? Download our EVENT CALENDER at www.icfe-cg.com Course Benefits • Benefit from discussion and “real life” case studies. • Gain insights from leading fraud investigators with many years of professional experience. • Stay current with new and exciting developments in the fraud detection and prevention techniques shared Suspect a fraud? • Increase your effectiveness within all aspects of dealing with procurement fraud in your Consult a Organization. Certified Fraud Examiner at (65) 6222 9860 or email • Leverage on networking, sharing of views and ideas. fraudbuster@icfe-cg.com • Learn how other organizations are dealing with problems of financial fraud. Important Notice “ Due to the interactive nature of the learning session, the sequence and contents of the program maybe vary according to the needs of the participants. The speaker reserves the right and the privilege to conduct the program in the manner which he thinks to be in the best interest of the majority of the participants. Please ensure that you understand this completely so as to prevent any form of unrealistic expectation and or disappointment in a public enrolment program that was not tailored to your specific need. Please inform the organizer in advance if you are not agreeable or do not completely understand the above term and we will review your enrolment accordingly. ”

Call today for a COMPLIMENTARY CONSULTATION! No Obligations. Tel : (603) 2147 4580 | www.icfe-cg.com | enquiry@icfe-cg.com | Trainer Profile Fax: (603) 2147 4666 Tommy Seah • The only Regent Emeritus of the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE) within the Asia Pacific • Honorary Chairperson Emeritus of CSI World Headquarters • World Class Financial Management Expert • Double Firsts in Financial Management and Accountancy (U.K.) • Chartered Banker, International Accountant, FCPA (USA), CSOXP • Member of Advisory Board to SOX Institute (N.Y.) • Member of Singapore Institute of Directors Tommy is someone you would like to meet in person. He is a Certified Fraud Examiner and a Regent Emeritus, Association of Certified Fraud Examiners based in Texas, USA. CFE is a post graduate professional qualification recognised by the USA Central Intelligence Agency in its recruitment of auditors combating fraud. His services in providing technical training and consultancy in AML and Basel II systems implementation is much sought after by numerous banks in the region, including Germany, Singapore, Malaysia, China, Indonesia, Brunei, Thailand, Philippines and Taiwan. Tommy’s previous experience includes systems-based auditing in an American International Bank, where he was the Senior Regional Auditor Responsible for the Bank’s audit in the Asia Pacific region. He has also held the top executive position of Chief of Internal Audit in prime offshore bank where his audit duties cover the Singapore and Hong Kong operations of the bank. His brief covers all areas of the bank’s audit of operations and IT systems. Prior to this, he was Head of Operations of a foreign bank. In addition to being a Fellow Member of two internationally recognised and leading UK Accountancy body, Tommy holds professional graduate diplomas from two Banking Institutes including the prestigious Chartered Institute of Bankers (UK). Besides being a qualified fellow member of two U.K professional accounting bodies, he is also a member of EDP Auditors Association now known as the Information Systems Audit and Control Association (ISACA) and Institute of Internal Auditors (USA). In this region, Tommy Seah is the only Singaporean who holds the membership grade of Senior Associate of Malaysian Institute of Bankers. Tommy Seah has authored seven banking books including the F.I.G Program. The F.I.G is the authoritative and definitive text on Financial Instruments designed to be used in the world wide banking industry. This publication has received excellent review and first class commendation from some of the most authoritative professional certification bodies and top-rated banks in the world. The other six authoritative texts are The Audit Foreign Exchange in Banks, The Control of Money Market Activities in Banks, Understanding and Auditing Operational Risk management, Financial Management for Banks, MCA for Banks and SWAPS in Investment Banking. His latest attempt is in the area of e-fraud and Digital Forensics for banks. For the past twenty eight years, Tommy has trained numerous bank auditors and consulted by numerous lawyers in the region. Financial Instruments, Foreign Exchange, Money Market Options, Derivatives and Swaps are his special interests. He devotes a substantial portion of his time in research work and is presently available on retainer to selected established banks for loss prevention consultancy. Today, he is still very much a hands-on accountant, auditor, investigator and SOX 404 Compliance examiner. You will want to meet him and know him not just for his technical knowledge and professional achievements. In almost every instances, it is his unselfish willingness to share his insights on practical issues and his ability to make complicated things seem simple that the audience find inspiring and refreshing for a change. Consultant-In-Attendance Stanley Chia • Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) with the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE) • Certified Member (CAMS) with Association of Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialists (ACAMS) • Certified System Investigator (CSI) with the CSI orld Headquarters W • Member of GRC Group New York • Member of International Compliance Association (ICA) Stanley is the Group Managing Director of ICFE Group of Companies, a think-tank company that provides multi-consultancy solutions to companies world-wide. He specialises in investigative interviewing & profiling techniques and has handled numerous cases for both local and foreign financial institutions. He is also well versed in financial products knowledge, fraud examination techniques and compliance methodologies. Stanley has worked for large financial institutions like AIA Insurance, Singapore Exchange and United Overseas Bank where he was involved in anti-money laundering, compliance, enforcement and fraud investigation work. To date, he has investigated more than 100 fraud and compliance-related cases and some of them involved over US$1M. He also holds a Master of Commerce, specialising in Business Law from the University of New South Wales. He obtained his Bachelor of Economics, majaring in Money & Banking and Accounting in 2001 from the University of Western Australia.

Handling Corruption in Procurement 3 Feb 2010 - 4 Feb 2010 Parkroyal Hotel, Kuala Lumpur How to Register Tel : (603) 2147 4577 Fax : (603) 2147 4666 Email : angel.low@icfe-cg.com Web : www.icfe-cg.com Post To : ICFE Malaysia Sdn Bhd Level 28, Central Plaza. 34 Jalan Sultan Ismail, 50250 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia Participant Details Contact Person Name: Dr / Mr / Mrs / Ms ___________________________________ Name: ___________________________ Company Name: ________________________________________ Company Designation: _____________ Company Designation: ___________________________________ Email: ___________________________ Company Address: _______________________________________ Tel No.: ___________________________ Participant’s Email: _______________________________________ Fax No.: __________________________ Contact Person: _________________________________________ Tel No.: ____________________ Fax No.: ____________________ ............................................................................................................... Course Fee RM 2500* (2-Day) I have read and understood the booking terms & conditions. Category Discount Signature________________ Date_____________________ Early Bird RM 2350 ACSI (Associate) RM 2400 Preferred Mode of Payment CSI (Certified) RM 2300 By Cheque (Please cross cheque made payable to ICFE Malaysia Sdn Bhd and mail your payment Corporate 5% discount together with this registration form to the Company (3 or more pax) address stated in the “How to Register” box above. **Register by 31 December 2009 for an EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT! Telegraphic Transfer (Malaysia & Other Delegates) Public Bank Berhad Call us at (603) 2147 4580 Account No.: 3-1575918-33 to find out more information! Account Name: ICFE Malaysia Sdn Bhd * Does not include accomodation Become an Associate Member of CSI WORLD HEADQUARTERS (worth USD200) for FREE upon registration! Contact Joanne Su at +65 6222 9863 or email to joanne@csi-world-hq.org for more Important Notice details about the membership. IMPORTANT NOTICE: Payments are required with registration and must be received prior to the Coaching Session to guarantee your place. Walk-in delegates will only be admitted on the basis of space availability at the Coaching Session and with immediate full payment. CANCELLATIONS & TRANSFERS: If you are unable to attend, a substitute delegate is welcome at no extra charge. Please provide the name and the title of the substitute delegate at least 2 days prior to the program. A refund less 10% administrative charge will be made for cancellation received in writing 10 working days before the program date. A complete set of program documentation and a 50% refund will be given for cancellation made 3 working days before the program date. Regrettably, no refund can be made for cancellation made on and/or after the program. A complete set of documentation will however be posted to you. The organizer reserves the right to make any amendments and/or changes to the program, venue, speaker replacements and/or topics if warranted by circumstances beyond its control. DISCLAIMER: Due to the interactive nature of the learning session, the sequence and contents of the program may be vary according to the needs of the participants. The speaker reserves the right and the privilege to conduct the program in the manner which he thinks to be in the best interest of the majority of the participants. Please ensure that you understand this completely so as to prevent any form of unrealistic expectation and or disappointment in a public enrolment program that was not tailored to your specific need. Please inform the organizer in advance if you are not agreeable or do not completely understand the above term and we will cancel your enrolment accordingly. Tel : (603) 2147 4580 | Fax: (603) 2147 6666 | www.icfe-cg.com | enquiry@icfe-cg.com

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