Training on Procurement Fraud Prevention & Detection
Learn to prevent and detect procurement fraud with risk assessment, compliance, and ethical procurement practices.
Next intake
20 Jul 2026 · Nakuru
Duration
5 days
Live instruction
Delivery
Physical + Virtual
Cohort based
Level
Intermediate
Working professionals
Certification
NITA reimbursable
For Kenyan cohorts
Language
English
All materials
About this programme
Procurement fraud poses significant risks to organizations, including financial loss, reputational damage, and operational inefficiency. This training equips participants with practical knowledge, tools, and techniques to prevent, detect, and mitigate fraud in procurement processes. Through case studies and practical exercises, participants will learn how to identify vulnerabilities, implement controls, and foster a culture of integrity in procurement and supply chain management.
Duration
5 Days
Who Should Attend
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Procurement and purchasing officers
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Supply chain and contract managers
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Internal auditors and compliance officers
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Risk management professionals
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Finance and operations managers involved in procurement
What you'll walk away with
By the end of the course, participants will be able to:
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Understand common types and schemes of procurement fraud
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Assess and mitigate risks in procurement processes
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Implement fraud prevention frameworks and controls
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Detect and investigate procurement irregularities
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Promote ethical practices and compliance in procurement
What we cover, module by module
Module 1: Introduction to Procurement Fraud
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Types and schemes of procurement fraud
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Fraud risk factors and warning signs
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Case study: Real-world procurement fraud incidents
Module 2: Fraud Risk Assessment and Prevention
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Identifying vulnerable processes and controls
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Designing anti-fraud policies and procedures
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Practical: Conducting a procurement fraud risk assessment
Module 3: Detection Techniques and Investigation
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Early warning indicators and red flags
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Audit and monitoring techniques
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Case study: Investigating procurement irregularities
Module 4: Regulatory Compliance and Ethical Standards
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Laws, regulations, and standards in procurement
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Codes of conduct and ethical procurement practices
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Practical: Developing an ethics and compliance checklist
Module 5: Building a Fraud-Resilient Procurement Function
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Creating a culture of integrity and accountability
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Reporting mechanisms and whistleblowing processes
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Case study: Implementing a fraud prevention program
Where the change lands
Organizational Impact
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Reduced risk of financial loss due to procurement fraud
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Strengthened internal controls and compliance processes
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Enhanced transparency and accountability in procurement operations
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Improved supplier trust and ethical sourcing practices
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Alignment of procurement practices with regulatory and organizational standards
Individual Impact
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Ability to identify and assess fraud risks in procurement
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Skills to implement effective anti-fraud controls
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Confidence in detecting irregularities and taking corrective actions
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Knowledge of regulatory and ethical standards in procurement
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Enhanced professional credibility and career growth
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.
| City | Starts | Ends | Delivery | Book |
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NakuruNext | 20 Jul 2026 | 24 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Kigali | 20 Jul 2026 | 24 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Accra | 20 Jul 2026 | 24 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Kisumu | 27 Jul 2026 | 31 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Johannesburg | 27 Jul 2026 | 31 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Dakar | 27 Jul 2026 | 31 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
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27 Jul → 31 Jul·In-Person
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27 Jul → 31 Jul·In-Person
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27 Jul → 31 Jul·In-Person
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