What you'll learn:
- Undestand how a whistleblowing management system can be applied
- Establish a credibile and effective process for managing reports of wrongdoing
- Become familiar with international best practices for managing whistleblowing cases
- Gain a comprehensive understanding of the guidelines in ISO 37002
- Master the principles of wrongdoing report investgation management
- Understand what a whistleblowing policy should include
Whistleblowing, the crucial act of reporting suspected or actual wrongdoing, not only safeguards your organization's integrity but also shields its assets, both tangible and intangible.
In today's regulatory landscape, organizations are proactively embracing or enhancing their internal whistleblowing mechanisms to comply with laws and regulations and to foster a culture of transparency.
This course delves into the core principles of whistleblowing management systems, as outlined in ISO 37002:2021, to facilitate seamless integration and operational efficiency.
A whistleblowing management system following the guidelines in ISO 37002 will encourage the reporting of wrongdoing, will improve organizational culture and governance, will help mitigate the risks of wrongdoing, and will protect those who report wrongdoing from negative consequences.
This course dissects every aspect of a whistleblowing management system, offering guidance for establishing a robust whistleblowing mechanism in an organization, based on the principles of trust, impartiality, and protection. From understanding the fundamental concepts and establishing the scope of the whistleblowing system to implementing effective reporting channels and conducting impartial investigations, each recommendation of ISO 37002 is detailed during the course for a good understanding of the key provisions of this standard.
Structured to mirror the ISO 37002 standard, the course begins with an introductory section to familiarize participants with the fundamental concepts, the terminology or the components of a whistleblowing management system. Subsequent sections cover all key provisions from ISO 37002:2021, including context identification, the establishment of the scope of the management system, the development of a whistleblowing policy, the role and responsibilities of the whistleblowing management function, the identification of risks and opportunities, the establishment of whistleblowing objectives, the recommendations for training and awareness, the control of documents, the process for auditing internally this management system, the handling of nonconformities or the management review process.
One section of the course is dedicated to the process for dealing with whistleblower reports, detailing each step of this process including the establishment of effective reporting channels, the assessment of reports and the investigation of the reported wrongdoing, the protection of whistleblowers, and the formal closing of cases.
As a welcomed diversion, the course intertwines real-world whistleblowing narratives, including notable cases like Edward Snowden, the Facebook papers, the Enron scandal and Dr. Jeffrey Wigand's battle against big tobacco, providing invaluable insights and context amidst the standard provisions.
Understand what is needed for an effective whistleblowing system and empower your organization with the knowledge and expertise to foster a culture of accountability, transparency, and integrity.
Enroll in this whistleblowing management systems course today and embark on the journey towards ISO 37002 compliance excellence.
