ANTI-CORRUPTION

Corruption is defined as the misuse of entrusted power for private gain. It can lead to underinvestment in human capital, overinvestment in public infrastructure and unequal income distribution. Lower levels of investment and growth and the discouragement of capital inflows and foreign direct investment are also associated with corruption. We understand anti-corruption policy recognizes that the poor are often most hurt by corruption, through being easy victims for corrupt officials and the diversion of funds away from vital social services. Corruption is difficult to measure. All major corruption indices have limitations which must be taken into account when comparing countries and periods. It is often more useful to look to diagnostic surveys of households, businesses and public officials. Sectoral approaches to measurement can also provide information that is more reliable and meaningful for developing anti-corruption strategies. Reflecting recent experiences, our approach training programs recognises that reducing corruption requires improved governance across the board and is a long-term endeavour. Reforms must be tailored to country conditions and are unlikely to succeed if imposed.

We offer the following training programs:

Government Integrity and Anti-corruption

Money Laundering and Preventing Financial Frauds

Reducing Corruption thru Public Procurement Reform and Transparency

Lead Faculty: Allan Schott