Malaysian Anti-Bribery Awareness Training

Malaysian Anti-Bribery Awareness Training

Introduction

In line with the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) Act 2009 and Section 17A Corporate Liability Provision.

Overview

Corruption and bribery pose significant threats to corporate integrity, reputation, and sustainability. Malaysia’s legal framework—especially the MACC Act 2009 and its Section 17A Corporate Liability provision—places responsibility not only on individuals but also on organisations.

This training equips participants with practical knowledge to identify, prevent, and respond to bribery risks within their daily work environment, while fostering a culture of transparency and ethical conduct.

Learning Outcomes (Aligned to Bloom’s Taxonomy)

Remember - Define key terms and offence under the MACC Act.
Understand - Define key terms and offence under the MACC Act.
Apply - Use the TRUSTS framework to address real-life bribery scenarios.
Analyze - Identify bribery red flags and evaluate potential misconduct cases.
Evaluate - Assess the adequacy of existing internal controls.
Create - Propose measures to strengthen anti-bribery culture in the organisation.

Reference Frameworks & Guidelines

Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission Act 2009 (Amended 2018)
MACC Guidelines on Adequate Procedures (Section 17A) – T.R.U.S.T. Principles
National Anti-Corruption Plan (NACP) 2019–2023
Company’s Internal Anti-Bribery & Anti-Corruption Policy

Case-study: Recent cases in Malaysia involving corporate liability under Section 17A of the MACC Act 2009. These are useful case studies for your training — showing how the law is being enforced in practice. Recent Section 17A (Corporate Liability) Cases - Pristine Offshore Sdn Bhd, and Hydroshop pe Sdn Bhd.

Training Methodology

Interactive online presentation (Zoom / MS Teams).
Polls & quizzes to assess comprehension.
Real-life Malaysian case studies and video clips.
Question & answer sessions.
Post-training online assessment.

Target Audience

All employees and management staff. High-risk functions: Procurement, Sales, Finance, HR, and Operations. - Compliance, Legal, and Internal Audit personnel.

HR and L&D: These programmes can be delivered to a group of staff as in-house training, in a concise Half-day, 1-day, or an in-depth 2-day delivery option. Should you be interested in an official proposal, simply click the 'Get Proposal' tab and share more details (duration, no of pax, location) in the comment box so we can prepare a customised proposal and quotation for your consideration.

Outcome

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

- Understand Malaysia’s anti-bribery and anti-corruption laws and regulations.
- Recognize red flags and risk indicators of bribery in business operations.
- Explain the concept of Corporate Liability (Section 17A) and its implications for organisations.
- Apply internal anti-bribery controls and ethical decision-making frameworks (TRUSTS).
- Demonstrate correct actions and reporting procedures when faced with suspected bribery.

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No	Topic	Topic Description
1	Module 1: Understanding Anti-Bribery & Corruption	Definition of bribery and corruption Key provisions of the MACC Act 2009 Types of bribery: direct, indirect, facilitation payments, and kickbacks Penalties for individuals and corporations Importance of ethical culture and integrity in business
2	Module 2: Corporate Liability & Organisational Responsibility	Section 17A of the MACC Act: Corporate Liability Associated persons and scope of responsibility Adequate Procedures defence Five pillars of T.R.U.S.T. from MACC guidelines
3	Module 3: Recognising Red Flags & Managing Bribery Risks	Common bribery red flags in procurement, HR, and finance Conflicts of interest and gifts/hospitality policies Vendor and third-party due diligence Whistleblowing and reporting obligations Record-keeping and documentation standards
4	Module 4: Enforcement, Case Studies & Practical Actions	Recent Malaysian cases and lessons learned Best practices for prevention and compliance monitoring Internal escalation process: what to do if offered or aware of a bribe Building a culture of integrity and transparency TRUSTS practical checklist framework
5	Module 5: Summary, Assessment & Commitment	Recap of key learning points Online short quiz (10 questions) Personal commitment declaration “Integrity Pledge” Q&A and closing remarks

Expert

Navin Manghan Dewandas

Navin is an accomplished legal and business consultant, senior corporate trainer, and digital transformation advocate with more than 23 years of dynamic experiences across legal & compliance, corporate business and law, and education and training sectors. Navin is a key driver in the creation and execution of education and talent development platforms aligned with government grants, digital economy agendas, and corporate learning frameworks. He is known for his strategic insight, innovative thinking, and ability to build strong partnerships with government agencies, GLCs, MNCs, and international stakeholders. Navin’s role as Senior Manager of Business Development at BAC Education Group (2018 to 2022), where he leads key initiatives in Digital Transformation, Industry 4.0, and Digital Business by offering accessible education and skills-based training platforms to individuals, corporate clients, and government stakeholders. He is instrumental in building and nurturing partnerships with GLCs, MNCs, and ministries, leveraging available government grants and funding to support Malaysia’s human capital development and future-ready workforce initiatives. Navin has also served as the Regulatory Legal & Compliance Manager at MULA Advisory Sdn Bhd and Business Director from July 2022 to December 2023, where he provided leadership in compliance, legal, and business development within the financial services and capital market sectors. His key responsibilities included ensuring regulatory compliance, overseeing legal documentation and M&A risk management, conducting risk assessments, driving ethics and compliance culture, managing stakeholder engagement, and expanding business through strategic planning and marketing across local and international markets. He was the Vice President for M.I.T Academy Sdn Bhd, Navin managed the company’s legal affairs, marketing, recruitment, and business growth strategies, successfully driving nationwide TVET training programs, including across Sabah and Sarawak, and initiating the setup of the company’s International School. At the same time he served as the Chief Business Development Officer (CBDO) of STEMERA Sdn Bhd, an EdTech startup that he co-founded by M.I.T Academy, focused on bridging the skills gap through a digital learning and employment platform. His innovative work has been featured in global conferences, including RISE Conference 2018 (Hong Kong) and Blockchain Consensus 2018 (Singapore). Training Specialisations: Legal Practices: Business Law, Contract Law, Compliance, Intellectual Property, Privacy Policies, PDPA, ABAC, FIDIC Contract, Risk & Clauses, ESG : Anti Bribery Management System (ESG:ABMS), ESG: Personal Data Protection Act (ESG:PDPA) Digital Transformation: Google Workspace, Digital Sales Adoption, Collaborative Intelligence & Digital Communication through AI Corporate Skills: Procurement, Tendering, Negotiation, Business Development, Financial Planning, Administration & Office Management Soft Skills: Customer Service, Branding, Team Building Programmes, Intrapreneurship Entrepreneurship: Sales & Marketing, Branding, Entrepreneurship Skills, Financial Sustainability for Business Passion in Education & Training Navin is dedicated to lifelong learning and fostering digital readiness in individuals. He champions education and skills training that aligns with the demands of a rapidly evolving digital landscape. His mission is to empower individuals to thrive in today’s competitive world, contributing to national development through innovative education platforms and workforce development initiatives.