About this programme

This course strengthens institutional capacity to identify, prevent, and respond to fraud risks within pension schemes. It focuses on common fraud typologies, internal control weaknesses, governance failures, and emerging digital fraud risks affecting pension funds.

Participants gain practical insights into fraud risk assessment, detection techniques, investigative approaches, and preventive controls aligned with regulatory and fiduciary expectations. Emphasis is placed on strengthening transparency, accountability, and ethical pension administration.

Duration

5 Days

Who Should Attend

Pension trustees and board members
Pension fund managers and administrators
Internal auditors and risk officers
Compliance and governance professionals
HR and finance managers involved in pension oversight

Learning outcomes

What you'll walk away with

By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

Identify common pension fraud schemes and risk indicators
Assess fraud vulnerabilities across pension operations
Strengthen internal controls and governance frameworks
Apply practical fraud detection tools and red-flag analysis
Design effective fraud prevention and response strategies

Course modules

What we cover, module by module

Module 1: Understanding Pension Fraud Risks

Types of pension fraud and misconduct
Governance and control failures
Case Study: Pension fraud incidents and lessons learned

Module 2: Fraud Risk Assessment & Red Flags

Identifying high-risk processes and transactions
Early warning signs and behavioral indicators
Case Study: Detecting anomalies in pension operations

Module 3: Internal Controls & Preventive Measures

Segregation of duties and approval controls
Role of policies, procedures, and ethics frameworks
Case Study: Strengthening controls to reduce fraud exposure

Module 4: Fraud Detection, Investigation & Reporting

Investigation processes and documentation
Whistleblowing mechanisms and reporting protocols
Case Study: Managing a suspected pension fraud case

Module 5: Technology, Cyber Fraud & Future Risks

Digital fraud risks in pension administration
Use of data analytics and system controls
Case Study: Preventing technology-enabled pension fraud

Impact

Where the change lands

Individual Impact

Improve ability to recognize and respond to fraud risks
Strengthen investigative and analytical skills
Enhance professional judgment in fraud-related decisions

Organizational Impact

Reduced fraud losses and reputational risk
Stronger governance, controls, and compliance
Improved confidence among members and regulators

Dates and locations

Upcoming intakes

Every intake is limited to a small cohort. Booking closes when a date fills or three weeks before the start, whichever comes first.

Full calendar

City	Starts	Ends	Delivery	Book
DakarNext	20 Jul 2026	24 Jul 2026	In-Person	Book
Johannesburg	20 Jul 2026	24 Jul 2026	In-Person	Book
Dar es Salaam	20 Jul 2026	24 Jul 2026	In-Person	Book
Nakuru	20 Jul 2026	24 Jul 2026	In-Person	Book
Pretoria	27 Jul 2026	31 Jul 2026	In-Person	Book
Kisumu	27 Jul 2026	31 Jul 2026	In-Person	Book