This course explores the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA)—a U.S. law that prohibits bribery of foreign officials and requires accurate corporate financial records. We will examine how the U.S. Department of Justice and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission enforce the FCPA and what’s at stake for companies and individuals, including large fines and criminal penalties. The focus will be on FCPA compliance: how to design and implement an effective compliance program based on U.S. government guidance. Students will learn the key elements of such programs and how to assess the risk profile of a multinational company using practical research tools.
Gonzalez, Sandra D.