Course Modules

Module 1: The Procurement Cycle and Regulations (Day 1)

• Overview of the Public Procurement and Disposal Act, 2005
• Public Procurement and Disposal Regulations (PPOA Circulars)
• Procurement Planning & Needs Assessment
• Sourcing, Bid Evaluation, and Contract Award
• Ethical Issues in Procurement Management
• Case Study: Analyzing real-life procurement failures due to poor regulations

Module 2: Understanding Corruption in Public Procurement (Day 2)

• Procurement and Public Financial Management
• Impacts of Corruption on Economic Development
• Common Corruption Practices in Procurement
• Case Study: Investigating a high-profile procurement scandal

Module 3: Causes of Corruption in Public Procurement (Day 3)

• Institutional Weaknesses Enabling Corruption
• Lack of Transparency and Accountability
• Political and Business Interests in Procurement
• Case Study: Mapping procurement vulnerabilities within an organization

Module 4: Strategies for Preventing Corruption in Public Procurement (Day 4)

• Codes of Conduct & Ethics in Procurement
• Transparency Mechanisms (Open Government, E-Government)
• Stakeholder Participation & Citizen Engagement
• Case Study: Implementing a corruption prevention plan in procurement

Module 5: Ethics and Professional Standards in Public Procurement (Day 5)

• Principles of Ethical Behavior in Procurement
• Supplier Relationships and Conflict of Interest Management
• Confidentiality, Gifts, and Gratuities
• Case Study: Addressing ethical dilemmas in procurement processes

Module 6: Strengthening Institutional Oversight and Compliance (Day 6)

• Monitoring and Oversight Mechanisms
• Whistleblower Protection and Reporting Frameworks
• Procurement Audits and Risk Assessments
• Case Study: Conducting a compliance audit on a procurement process

Module 7: International Best Practices in Combating Procurement Corruption (Day 7)

• The Role of the World Bank and Other Agencies
• OECD Guidelines on Integrity in Public Procurement
• Global Anti-Corruption Agreements and Standards
• Case Study: Lessons from successful anti-corruption reforms worldwide

Module 8: Digitalization and E-Procurement as a Corruption Prevention Tool (Day 8)

• The Role of Technology in Enhancing Procurement Transparency
• Introduction to E-Procurement Platforms
• Case Study: Implementation of an e-procurement system in a public institution

Module 9: Building a Corruption-Free Procurement Culture (Day 9)

• Organizational Culture and Ethical Leadership
• Training and Capacity Building for Procurement Officers
• Case Study: Designing an integrity program for procurement staff

Module 10: Real-Life Project and Implementation Plan (Day 10)

• Developing a Corruption Prevention Strategy
• Group Presentations on Proposed Solutions
• Final Evaluation and Feedback
• Case Study: Crafting an anti-corruption policy for a procurement department