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The Ten Principles of Fighting CorruptionThe office of the President. Tempe, May 17, 2023Dear The AACI Stakeholders,I am pleased to announce that The American Anti-Corruption Institute (AACI) has recently published The Ten Principles of Fighting Corruption on its website (click here). These principles cover a range of topics, including the...
Technical StaffMay 15, 2023Corruption can cause severe damage to businesses of all sizes and tarnish their business image. It can harm a company’s reputation, employee turnover and morale, productivity, financial performance, and long-term success. Sometimes, corruption wipes out well-established companies! Therefore, small and medium-sized business owners must proactively prevent corruption...
Technical StaffApril 25, 2023The following list of common red flags may indicate fraudulent behavior. However, they may not always mean fraud, but they may help identify potential risks and assess whether further investigation is warranted.1. Unusual behavior: A fraudster may exhibit unusual behavior, such as working odd hours, taking frequent vacations, or...
Technical staffApril 24, 2023AbstractIn this piece, we delve into the reasons behind a nation’s inability to succeed, focusing on internal and external factors. Factors that originate internally, such as weak institutions, corruption, and conflict, can all act as obstacles to a country’s growth and prosperity. In addition, external events, including...
Mike MasoudApril 20, 2023The profession of auditing serves as a crucial element in safeguarding the public interest, promoting the welfare of society, and assisting those responsible for governance in deterring, preventing, and identifying fraudulent and corrupt practices. Additionally, an independent auditor issuing an audit report on the accompanying financial statements...
Mike MasoudApril 11, 2023Corruption is a pervasive issue worldwide and can take on many forms. Its detrimental effects weaken democratic institutions and hinder economic growth and sustainability. Thus, establishing an ethical framework to prevent corruption is imperative. This post discusses how ethics plays a crucial role in curbing corruption.Primarily, ethics...
Technical StaffMarch 26, 2023Becoming a Certified Anti-Corruption Manager (CACM) can provide many advantages to a decision maker, including:Expertise: The certification process provides specialized training and knowledge in anti-corruption strategies, which can help decision makers identify and mitigate corruption-related risks.Credibility: Being a CACM demonstrates a commitment to anti-corruption efforts and can...