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Course |
Procurement Fraud Workshop |
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Duration |
05 Days |
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Venue |
Bangkok, Thailand |
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Dates |
May 11-15,2026, |
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Contacts |
+66 94 7800 807 |
Course Objectives
By the end of this workshop, participants will be able to:
- Understand the full spectrum of procurement fraud schemes and risks
- Identify vulnerabilities across procurement lifecycle stages
- Apply fraud risk assessment tools and red flag identification techniques
- Design and implement robust internal controls and anti-fraud frameworks
- Conduct effective fraud investigations and evidence gathering
- Utilize data analytics and AI tools in fraud detection
- Strengthen governance, transparency, and compliance mechanisms
- Build organizational resilience against procurement-related fraud
Personal & Organizational Impacts
Personal Impacts
- Enhanced fraud detection and investigative skills
- Improved decision-making and risk awareness
- Stronger ethical judgment and professional integrity
- Increased career value in audit, procurement, and compliance roles
Organizational Impacts
- Reduced financial losses due to fraud
- Strengthened procurement governance and internal controls
- Improved transparency and accountability
- Increased stakeholder trust and compliance with regulations
- Enhanced audit readiness and fraud response capability
Course Methodologies
- Expert-led interactive sessions
- Real-world case studies (public & private sector fraud cases)
- Group discussions and peer learning
- Hands-on exercises (fraud detection, risk mapping, investigations)
- Role plays (fraud interviews and whistleblowing scenarios)
- Data analytics demonstrations
- Daily assessments and feedback sessions
Course Outline:
Foundations of Procurement Fraud & Risk Landscape
Module 1: Introduction to Procurement Fraud
- Definition and types of fraud
- Procurement fraud vs corruption
- Global fraud statistics and trends
Module 2: Procurement Lifecycle Overview
- Planning → Tendering → Evaluation → Award → Contract Management
- Key risk points in each stage
Module 3: Common Procurement Fraud Schemes
- Bid rigging and collusion
- Kickbacks and bribery
- Conflict of interest
- Phantom vendors
Module 4: Fraud Triangle & Behavioral Drivers
- Pressure, opportunity, rationalization
- Fraud diamond concept
- Behavioral indicators
Module 5: Legal & Regulatory Frameworks
- Anti-corruption laws
- International standards (e.g., UNCAC, OECD)
- Organizational policies
Fraud Risk Assessment & Internal Controls
Module 6: Fraud Risk Assessment Framework
- Risk identification and prioritization
- Risk registers and mapping
Module 7: Procurement Risk Indicators
- Red flags in tendering and bidding
- Vendor-related risks
Module 8: Internal Control Systems
- Preventive vs detective controls
- Segregation of duties
- Approval hierarchies
Module 9: Designing Anti-Fraud Controls
- Control frameworks (COSO, ISO 37001)
- Procurement-specific controls
Module 10: Vendor Due Diligence
- Vendor background checks
- Beneficial ownership analysis
- Screening tools
Detection Techniques & Data Analytics
Module 11: Fraud Detection Techniques
- Manual vs automated detection
- Continuous monitoring
Module 12: Data Analytics for Fraud Detection
- Data mining techniques
- Pattern recognition
- Anomaly detection
Module 13: Red Flag Analysis
- Invoice manipulation
- Duplicate payments
- Unusual bidding patterns
Module 14: AI & Digital Tools in Procurement
- AI-based fraud detection
- E-procurement systems
- Blockchain in procurement
Module 15: Audit Techniques for Procurement Fraud
- Internal audit role
- Risk-based auditing
- Audit trails
Investigation & Fraud Response
Module 16: Fraud Investigation Process
- Planning investigations
- Evidence collection
- Documentation
Module 17: Interviewing Techniques
- Conducting suspect interviews
- Behavioral analysis
- Questioning strategies
Module 18: Digital Forensics in Procurement
- Email and transaction analysis
- Digital evidence handling
Module 19: Reporting & Documentation
- Investigation reports
- Legal considerations
- Case documentation
Module 20: Fraud Response & Recovery
- Disciplinary actions
- Financial recovery
- Legal proceedings
Prevention Strategies & Governance Excellence
Module 21: Building Anti-Fraud Culture
- Ethics and integrity programs
- Tone at the top
- Awareness training
Module 22: Whistleblowing Mechanisms
- Designing reporting channels
- Protection policies
- Case management
Module 23: Procurement Governance & Transparency
- Governance structures
- Accountability frameworks
- Transparency tools
Module 24: Continuous Monitoring & Improvement
- KPIs for fraud prevention
- Monitoring systems
- Control improvements
Module 25: Case Studies & Practical Workshop
- Real-world fraud cases analysis
- Group exercises
- Action plan development
Important Takeaways
- Clear understanding of procurement fraud schemes and risk areas
- Ability to identify and act on fraud red flags
- Practical tools for fraud detection and investigation
- Strong internal control and governance frameworks
- Enhanced use of data analytics and AI in fraud prevention
- Capability to design anti-fraud strategies within organizations
- Improved compliance with international procurement standards