
Whistleblower protection: Commission sets new, EU-wide rules
Brussels, 23 April 2018 The European Commission is proposing a new law to strengthen whistleblower protection across the EU. The EU Press Release
The technical staff at The American Anti-Corruption Institute (AACI) are instrumental in advancing the Institute's mission of equipping executive management and governance officials with the knowledge and skills necessary to combat fraud and corruption effectively. Through premier anti-corruption certification programs tailored for both individuals and entities, including the Certified Anti-Corruption Manager (CACM) credential and the innovative Certified Anti-Corruption Entity (CACE), The AACI technical team plays a pivotal role in quantifying and addressing corruption risks. Guided by the Ten Principles of Fighting Corruption and supported by the Institute's commitment to transparency, independence, and integrity, the technical staff develops targeted educational initiatives focused on prevention. These programs cover a diverse range of topics, from internal control and governance to whistleblowing and financial intelligence, empowering decision-makers to proactively mitigate corruption at its source. Additionally, the technical staff spearhead collaborative efforts with universities, conduct field research and engage in advisory services to drive continuous innovation in corruption prevention strategies globally. Through their expertise and dedication, The AACI technical staff upholds the Institute's reputation as a leader in the fight against corruption.
Brussels, 23 April 2018 The European Commission is proposing a new law to strengthen whistleblower protection across the EU. The EU Press Release
Tempe, AZ. April 22, 2018 The AACI accredits individuals who meet the following conditions as experts qualified to present a five days CACM review course: Scored 90% or more in the CACM Exam Graduated from an accredited university with a master or doctoral degree When the language of university classroom...
Published: Apr 20, 2018 Wells Fargo fine ranks only behind Ocwen at CFPB Organization Fine (In millions) Date Violation Ocwen Financial and Loan Servicing $2,125 12/19/2013 Consumer protection/Mortgage abuses Wells Fargo $1,000 4/20/2018 Consumer protection/Mortgage abuses Bank of America, N.A. $747 4/9/2014 Consumer protection/Banking Citibank N.A. $733 7/21/2015 Consumer protection/Credit card...
April 17, 2018 Auditor-general points to ‘significant reputational risks’ associated with firm. KPMG has been banned from auditing public institutions in South Africa, compounding a crisis for the firm in the country over its role in a high-profile bank failure and ties to the controversial Gupta family. The South African...
April 5, 2018 Mike Masoud and Dr. Wole_TheGuardian_April 2018 Corruption is a global phenomenon that has its roots back in history and will always be present. While there is a consensus on the socioeconomic and political damages corruption causes, experts and researchers do not have well-established agreement on what causes it....
March 2018 Questioning the Effectiveness of Independent Audit Committees Does the Current Regulatory Regime Improve Reporting Quality? In Brief At the root of over a decade of regulation and best practices is the premise that the structure and independence of a company’s audit committee has a direct effect on the...
CACM candidates frequently ask the following questions. When you do not find the information you need, please contact us. Who is eligible to apply for the CACM?Any individual who meets the eligibility requirements may sit for the CACM. They are: Have a bachelor degree from an accredited college or university,...
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