Course Overview

Would you like to gain a comprehensive understanding of whistleblowing and its potential impact on your business? Do you need to grasp whistleblower protection laws, establish effective reporting mechanisms, and foster a culture that encourages employees to speak up? Are you curious about the protections available for whistleblowers and keen to implement best practices for whistleblowing in your organisation? If so, then this is the course for you!

Whistleblowing helps companies reduce instances of fraud, improve accountability and remain transparent. It can also help protect the wider public from possible harmful behaviours caused by companies. Additionally, whistleblowing is generally done by employees. In its research on occupational fraud, the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners found that 55% of fraud tips came from whistleblowers. This represents a 6% increase from their previous findings from a similar study. This statistic shows that more employees are developing an improved ethical compass and as such, feel the need to “make things right."" This course will teach you exactly how you can handle whistleblowing situations whilst protecting your business and employees.

Over six short video lectures, we delve into the intricate landscape of whistleblower protection laws and regulations. In this enlightening course, we will uncover the essential knowledge and skills necessary to navigate this crucial aspect of corporate governance. You, as a learner, will explore the intricacies of whistleblower protection laws and regulations, gaining a comprehensive understanding of their nuances and implications. We will guide you through the labyrinth of legal frameworks, empowering you to make informed decisions within the boundaries of the law. Ethics lies at the heart of whistleblower protection, and in this course, you will utilise ethical considerations as a compass and learn how to integrate ethical principles into the fabric of your organisation's whistleblower protection mechanisms, ensuring a foundation built on trust, integrity, and fairness.

A pivotal aspect of whistleblower protection is the development of effective reporting mechanisms for your employees. We will equip you with practical strategies to create reporting channels that encourage transparency and accountability, fostering an environment where employees feel safe to speak up against wrongdoing. You will understand that preventing whistleblower retaliation is paramount to building a culture that values and protects those who come forward, we will offer strategies and best practices to eliminate retaliation risks, ensuring that your organisation actively supports and appreciates the courage it takes to report misconduct.

By the end of this course, you'll know how seeking feedback from employees on the effectiveness of reporting mechanisms can improve engagement. You'll learn how creating a positive environment and culture empowers your employees and makes them feel valued. You'll be shown how to develop a comprehensive whistleblowing policy that defines the reporting process and protections afforded to whistleblowers.

What You Will Learn

• Understand whistleblower protection laws and regulations
• Utilise ethical considerations for whistleblower protection
• Develop reporting mechanisms for your employees
• Prevent whistleblower retaliation to encourage employees to report wrongdoing
• Cultivate a speak-up culture to foster a transparent and ethical organisational culture

Who Is The Course For?

• Mid-career professionals who want to understand the importance of thoroughly investigating whistleblower claims to improve reporting rates
• Employers with the desire to understand legal protections for employees, enhancing guidance through training and awareness programs
• Managers aiming to establish the best practices for developing reporting mechanisms
• Employees wishing to learn what whistleblowing is and how it can impact their employers
• C-level executives who want to know what types of reports are legally protected and how retaliation can impact their workers