Practical Anti-Bribery Management System (ABMS) Training at Your Workplace
ETAS Excellent provides In-House ISO 37001:2025 Awareness Training in Malaysia for organisations that want employees, management and key personnel to understand the requirements of the Anti-Bribery Management System (ABMS) and their responsibilities in preventing, detecting and responding to bribery risks.
The programme translates ISO 37001 requirements into practical workplace actions, helping participants understand how anti-bribery controls apply to procurement, tendering, sales, gifts and hospitality, third parties, contractors, suppliers, recruitment, donations, sponsorship and other business activities.
Training can be conducted at your organisation’s workplace anywhere in Malaysia and customised according to your industry, bribery risks and existing management system.
✓ In-House Training at Your Workplace
✓ ISO 37001:2025 Latest Edition
✓ Practical Malaysian Case Studies
✓ ABMS Awareness & Implementation Focus
✓ Suitable for Management & Employees
✓ HRD Corp Claimable – subject to eligibility
✓ Available Across Malaysia
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What Is ISO 37001:2025?
ISO 37001:2025 Training & Certification Support
ISO 37001:2025 – Anti-Bribery Management Systems is an international management system standard designed to help organisations establish, implement, maintain and continually improve controls for preventing, detecting and responding to bribery.
The standard provides a systematic framework for managing bribery risks involving the organisation, its personnel and its business associates.
Key elements include:
- Anti-bribery policy
- Leadership commitment
- Bribery risk assessment
- Compliance function
- Due diligence
- Financial controls
- Non-financial controls
- Gifts, hospitality, donations and similar benefits
- Business associate controls
- Reporting and whistleblowing mechanisms
- Investigation processes
- Training and awareness
- Monitoring and measurement
- Internal audit
- Management review
- Corrective action
- Continual improvement
ISO 37001:2025 is applicable to organisations of different sizes and sectors, including private companies, public organisations and not-for-profit organisations.
For organisations looking for broader ISO 37001 implementation, internal auditor and certification support, visit ETAS Excellent’s ISO 37001:2025 Training & Certification page.
Why ISO 37001 Awareness Training Is Important
An Anti-Bribery Management System will not be effective if only the compliance officer understands it.
Employees must understand:
- What constitutes bribery
- Which activities may expose the organisation to bribery risk
- The company’s anti-bribery policy
- What behaviour is prohibited
- Gifts and hospitality requirements
- Conflict-of-interest responsibilities
- How to deal with suppliers and contractors
- When due diligence may be required
- How suspected bribery should be reported
- Protection for persons raising concerns
- Consequences of non-compliance
- Their individual role in supporting the ABMS
Effective ISO 37001 Awareness Training helps transform the Anti-Bribery Management System from a set of documents into practical behaviours across the organisation.
Continue to ISO 37001 Internal Auditor Training
Already familiar with ISO 37001:2025 requirements? Organisations developing their ABMS audit team can continue with our ISO 37001:2025 Internal Auditor Training Malaysia, covering audit planning, audit checklists, objective evidence, interviewing, NCR writing and audit reporting.
ISO 37001 and Malaysia’s Anti-Bribery Environment
Malaysian organisations operate in an environment where anti-corruption compliance and corporate governance are increasingly important.
Section 17A of the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission Act 2009 addresses corporate liability involving commercial organisations where an associated person commits bribery to obtain or retain business or an advantage for the organisation.
Malaysian Anti-Corruption Academy information also emphasises the importance of adequate procedures and organisational measures to prevent bribery.
An effective Anti-Bribery Management System can therefore support organisations in strengthening:
- Corporate governance
- Bribery risk management
- Internal controls
- Employee awareness
- Third-party management
- Reporting mechanisms
- Ethical business conduct
- Monitoring and continual improvement
ISO 37001 does not guarantee that bribery will never occur, but it provides organisations with a structured framework for implementing reasonable and proportionate anti-bribery measures.
Why ISO 37001 Is Increasingly Relevant to Malaysian Contractors
ISO 37001 has become particularly relevant to Malaysia’s construction industry and government procurement environment.
CIDB Malaysia, SIRIM and the Master Builders Association Malaysia launched a Fast Track ISO 37001 ABMS programme specifically to accelerate ISO 37001:2025 implementation and certification among G7 contractors.
CIDB stated that the initiative aligns with government requirements relating to ISO 37001 certification for companies seeking to bid for certain high-value public projects during the 2026–2027 implementation period.
For contractors, developing awareness among management and employees is an important early step before implementing and certifying an Anti-Bribery Management System.
Suitable for Contractors Involved In:
- Government projects
- Public procurement
- Infrastructure projects
- Construction projects
- Engineering contracts
- Government-linked company projects
- Major tender exercises
- Subcontracting
- Supplier management
- Joint ventures and consortiums
ETAS Excellent’s In-House ISO 37001 Awareness Training can be customised for contractor and construction-sector bribery risks.
Who Should Attend ISO 37001 Awareness Training?
This programme is suitable for:
- Directors
- Top management
- General managers
- Department managers
- Compliance personnel
- Integrity personnel
- Risk management personnel
- Procurement personnel
- Tender and contract personnel
- Finance personnel
- Sales and marketing personnel
- Human Resources
- Project managers
- Contract managers
- Quality personnel
- Internal auditors
- ISO management representatives
- Supervisors
- Executives
- Employees
- Contractors and G7 contractor personnel
The content can be customised according to participant level.
For example, a programme for top management can place greater emphasis on governance, leadership and organisational liability, while employee awareness training can focus more heavily on practical workplace situations.
ISO 37001:2025 Awareness Training Course Content
Module 1 – Understanding Bribery & Corruption
Participants learn the practical difference between:
- Bribery
- Corruption
- Facilitation payments
- Kickbacks
- Improper gifts
- Conflict of interest
- Fraudulent business arrangements
- Third-party bribery
Realistic workplace examples are used to help participants recognise situations that may create bribery risks.
Module 2 – Introduction to ISO 37001:2025
Participants will understand:
- Purpose of ISO 37001
- What an Anti-Bribery Management System is
- ISO 37001:2025 structure
- Scope of the ABMS
- Organisational responsibilities
- Role of employees
- Role of management
- Role of the anti-bribery compliance function
Module 3 – Context of the Organisation
Participants learn how organisations identify internal and external matters that may influence bribery risk.
Examples may include:
- Industry risks
- Government interaction
- Tendering activities
- Geographic exposure
- Business partners
- Agents
- Suppliers
- Contractors
- Customers
- Regulatory requirements
Module 4 – Leadership & Anti-Bribery Commitment
The programme explains the responsibilities of leadership in establishing an effective ABMS.
Topics include:
- Governing body oversight
- Top management commitment
- Anti-bribery policy
- Roles and responsibilities
- Anti-bribery compliance function
- Ethical leadership
- Promoting an integrity culture
Employees also learn why leadership behaviour has a major influence on whether an anti-bribery system works in practice.
Module 5 – Bribery Risk Assessment
One of the core elements of ISO 37001 is understanding where bribery risks may arise.
Participants learn how organisations may identify and evaluate risks involving:
- Tendering
- Procurement
- Suppliers
- Contractors
- Agents
- Consultants
- Sales representatives
- Government officials
- Licensing
- Customs
- Gifts and hospitality
- Recruitment
- Donations
- Sponsorship
- Joint ventures
- Business partnerships
Participants are encouraged to relate these risks to their own organisation.
Module 6 – Due Diligence
Organisations may need to conduct appropriate due diligence where transactions, projects, personnel or business associates present more than a low bribery risk.
Training explains the purpose of due diligence involving:
- Business associates
- Contractors
- Suppliers
- Agents
- Consultants
- Joint venture partners
- Employees in sensitive positions
- Projects and transactions
Participants learn that due diligence should be risk-based and proportionate rather than simply treated as paperwork.
Module 7 – Financial Controls
Examples of financial anti-bribery controls include:
- Approval limits
- Segregation of duties
- Payment verification
- Supporting documentation
- Expense controls
- Petty cash controls
- Bank payment controls
- Invoice verification
- Payment approval
The trainer will explain how weak financial controls may create opportunities for bribery.
Module 8 – Non-Financial Controls
Bribery prevention also requires effective controls outside the finance function.
Examples include:
- Procurement approvals
- Vendor selection
- Tender evaluation
- Contract approval
- Supplier onboarding
- Contractor appointment
- Conflict-of-interest declarations
- Recruitment controls
- Project approval processes
Module 9 – Gifts, Hospitality, Donations & Similar Benefits
Participants learn how organisations can manage risks relating to:
- Gifts
- Meals
- Entertainment
- Hospitality
- Travel
- Donations
- Sponsorship
- Political contributions
- Promotional benefits
Practical scenarios can be used to discuss:
Accept → Reject → Declare → Seek Approval → Report
Module 10 – Managing Business Associates
Organisations frequently face bribery risks through third parties.
Participants will discuss controls involving:
- Suppliers
- Contractors
- Agents
- Consultants
- Distributors
- Joint venture partners
- Professional service providers
- Subcontractors
The programme reinforces the principle that anti-bribery expectations should extend beyond the organisation’s own employees.
Module 11 – Raising Concerns & Whistleblowing
Participants learn the importance of safe and trusted reporting mechanisms.
Topics include:
- Reporting suspected bribery
- Confidential reporting
- Anonymous reporting where applicable
- Protection against retaliation
- Escalation processes
- Investigation responsibilities
Employees should know where, when and how to report a concern.
Module 12 – Investigation & Response
Where suspected bribery is reported, the organisation needs a controlled process.
Participants receive awareness on:
- Receiving allegations
- Maintaining confidentiality
- Investigation responsibilities
- Evidence handling
- Escalation
- Corrective action
- Disciplinary action where appropriate
- Improvement of controls
Module 13 – Monitoring, Internal Audit & Management Review
Participants will understand how organisations evaluate whether the ABMS remains effective.
This may include:
- Compliance monitoring
- Performance indicators
- Internal audits
- Management review
- Corrective action
- Continual improvement
Employees also learn that records and objective evidence are important in demonstrating implementation.
Practical ISO 37001 Training Activities
ETAS Excellent focuses on interactive and practical learning, rather than delivering a lecture-only programme.
Depending on the organisation, activities may include:
Bribery or Not?
Participants analyse workplace scenarios and decide whether they represent acceptable behaviour, bribery risk, conflict of interest or a situation requiring further review.
Gifts & Hospitality Challenge
Participants evaluate scenarios involving gifts, meals, entertainment, travel and hospitality.
Find the Bribery Risk
Groups identify bribery risks in realistic situations involving procurement, sales, contractors and tendering.
Due Diligence Exercise
Participants review a potential business partner and decide what information should be checked before appointment.
Workplace ABMS Discussion
Participants identify anti-bribery controls already present in their organisation and areas that may require improvement.
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of the ISO 37001:2025 Awareness Training, participants should be able to:
- Explain the purpose of ISO 37001
- Understand the meaning of ABMS
- Recognise common bribery risks
- Understand key ISO 37001 requirements
- Explain their role in preventing bribery
- Understand the organisation’s anti-bribery policy
- Recognise gifts and hospitality risks
- Understand conflict-of-interest responsibilities
- Understand basic due diligence requirements
- Recognise the importance of financial and non-financial controls
- Know how suspected bribery should be reported
- Support implementation of the organisation’s Anti-Bribery Management System
Benefits of In-House ISO 37001 Training
Training Relevant to Your Organisation
Instead of relying entirely on generic examples, ETAS Excellent can relate the programme to your actual:
- Industry
- Organisation structure
- Procurement process
- Tender process
- Customer relationships
- Supplier relationships
- Contractor management
- Existing policies
- ABMS documentation
- Bribery risks
Train Multiple Employees Together
In-house training enables management, compliance personnel and employees to develop a common understanding of the organisation’s anti-bribery requirements.
This supports consistency across departments.
Use Your Own ABMS Examples
Where appropriate, training can refer to the organisation’s:
- Anti-Bribery Policy
- Gifts & Hospitality Procedure
- Conflict of Interest Procedure
- Whistleblowing Procedure
- Bribery Risk Assessment
- Procurement Procedure
- Due Diligence Process
- Supplier requirements
- Code of Conduct
This makes the learning directly relevant to participants.
In-House ISO 37001 Training Across Malaysia
ETAS Excellent provides In-House ISO 37001 Awareness Training throughout Malaysia.
Training can be arranged in:
Kuala Lumpur
Selangor
- Shah Alam
- Klang
- Petaling Jaya
- Subang Jaya
- Puchong
- Bangi
- Kajang
Negeri Sembilan
- Seremban
- Nilai
Melaka
Johor
- Johor Bahru
- Pasir Gudang
- Senai
- Kulai
Penang
Perak
Kedah
Pahang
Terengganu
Kelantan
Perlis
Sabah
Sarawak
and other locations throughout Malaysia.
Training is normally conducted at the client’s office, training room, factory, project office or other suitable venue.
Industries We Serve
ISO 37001:2025 Awareness Training is suitable for organisations in:
- Construction
- Engineering
- Government contracting
- Manufacturing
- Oil & gas
- Property development
- Facility management
- Logistics
- Healthcare
- Education
- Professional services
- Information technology
- Government-linked companies
- Public sector organisations
- SMEs
- Large corporations
ISO 37001 Awareness Training for Contractors
ISO 37001 ABMS Certification & Consultancy Malaysia
For organisations looking for broader ISO 37001 implementation, internal auditor and certification support, visit our ISO 37001:2025 Training & Certification page.
Contractors may face bribery risks during:
- Tender preparation
- Project bidding
- Procurement
- Vendor appointment
- Subcontractor appointment
- Claims and variations
- Inspection and approval
- Licensing
- Government interaction
- Project completion
- Gifts and entertainment
- Third-party engagement
An effective awareness programme helps personnel recognise these risks before improper conduct occurs.
ETAS Excellent can customise the programme specifically for construction companies and contractors preparing to strengthen or implement an ISO 37001:2025 Anti-Bribery Management System.
For organisations proceeding beyond training into implementation and certification, visit our ISO 37001 ABMS Certification & Consultancy Malaysia page.
Why Choose ETAS Excellent?
Practical Training Approach
Our programme focuses on what employees actually need to do, not merely memorising ISO clauses.
Real Workplace Case Studies
Bribery scenarios are related to practical business activities such as tendering, procurement, suppliers, contractors, gifts and hospitality.
Customised In-House Training
Training can be adapted according to your organisation’s industry, ABMS maturity and bribery risks.
Malaysia-Focused
The programme can incorporate relevant Malaysian anti-bribery and corporate governance considerations.
Suitable for ISO Implementation
The training can support organisations:
- Starting ISO 37001 implementation
- Preparing for certification
- Transitioning to ISO 37001:2025
- Strengthening an existing ABMS
- Preparing employees for external certification audits
HRD Corp Registered Training Provider
Eligible employers may apply for applicable HRD Corp training grants subject to current HRD Corp requirements and approval.
ISO 37001 Training & Certification Support
ISO Certification Services Malaysia
Some organisations require more than awareness training. For broader ISO implementation and certification support, explore our ISO Certification Services Malaysia
ETAS Excellent also provides support for organisations seeking to establish and implement an ISO 37001 Anti-Bribery Management System.
Services may include:
- ISO 37001 gap assessment
- ABMS implementation planning
- Bribery risk assessment
- Policy and procedure development
- Due diligence process development
- Awareness training
- Internal auditor training
- Internal audit
- Management review support
- Corrective action
- Certification readiness assessment
Learn more about our complete ISO 37001:2025 Training & Certification services.
For broader ISO consultancy services, visit ETAS Excellent ISO Certification Services.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is ISO 37001:2025?
ISO 37001:2025 is the current international standard for Anti-Bribery Management Systems (ABMS). It provides requirements and guidance to help organisations establish controls to prevent, detect and respond to bribery.
For organisations looking for broader ISO 37001 implementation, internal auditor and certification support, visit our ISO 37001:2025 Training & Certification page.
What does ABMS mean?
ABMS means Anti-Bribery Management System.
It refers to the management system established by an organisation to systematically manage bribery risks and anti-bribery controls.
Is ISO 37001:2025 the latest version?
Yes. ISO 37001:2025 is the second and current edition, published in February 2025. It replaced ISO 37001:2016.
Who should attend ISO 37001 Awareness Training?
The training is suitable for management, compliance teams, procurement personnel, tender teams, finance, HR, project personnel, internal auditors and employees who need to understand the organisation’s Anti-Bribery Management System.
Can ETAS conduct ISO 37001 Training at our office?
Yes.
ETAS Excellent specialises in In-House ISO 37001 Training conducted at the client’s workplace throughout Malaysia.
Is the training suitable for CIDB contractors?
Yes.
The programme can be customised for construction companies and contractors, including organisations seeking stronger understanding of ISO 37001 requirements in preparation for ABMS implementation or certification.
CIDB has also been actively supporting ISO 37001:2025 adoption among G7 contractors through its Fast Track ABMS initiative with SIRIM and MBAM.
Does ISO 37001 certification guarantee that bribery will not happen?
No.
ISO 37001 provides a structured framework and proportionate controls to help organisations prevent, detect and respond to bribery. It cannot guarantee that bribery will never occur.
Does ETAS issue ISO 37001 certification?
No.
ETAS Excellent provides training, consultancy and implementation support. Independent certification is carried out by a certification body.
For implementation and certification preparation, visit our ISO 37001 ABMS Certification Malaysia service page.
Is ISO 37001 Awareness Training HRD Corp claimable?
ETAS Excellent is an HRD Corp registered training provider.
Eligible employers may apply for applicable training grants subject to HRD Corp’s current requirements, eligibility and approval.
How long is the ISO 37001 Awareness Training?
A typical awareness programme can be conducted in one day, although the duration can be customised depending on the organisation’s objectives, participant group and level of practical activities.
Can the training be customised to our company?
Yes.
For in-house programmes, ETAS Excellent can incorporate your organisation’s:
- Anti-bribery policy
- Bribery risk assessment
- Gifts and hospitality controls
- Procurement processes
- Whistleblowing procedures
- Due diligence requirements
- Industry-specific bribery risks
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✓ HRD Corp Claimable – subject to eligibility
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