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Sapin 2 Act: mastering the fundamentals for everyday action
Corruption prevention must be reflected in everyday decisions and practices. Understand the requirements of the Sapin 2 Act, identify sensitive situations and clarify responsibilities. Develop a practical understanding of how to contribute to a coherent framework and its implementation.
- Duration
- 1 day 7 hours
- Code
- GRC003FR Code
Presentation
The Sapin 2 Act is no longer relevant only to large companies: it is now an essential benchmark for good practice in ethics and compliance. With increased oversight, understanding these issues has become indispensable to protecting any organisation's reputation and legal position.
However, between regulatory requirements and AFA recommendations, knowing where to start in practice can be difficult. This one-day course offers a concise, clear format designed to resolve uncertainties and provide an immediate understanding of regulators' expectations.
The learning approach combines focused instruction with practical scenarios drawn from the field. By the end of the course, you will have operational reference points for identifying risky situations and initiating the first steps towards compliance within your area of work.
Objectives
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
- understand the practical implications and key obligations of the Sapin 2 Act;
- identify corruption risks specific to your professional environment;
- understand the 8 pillars of the anti-corruption framework without unnecessary complexity;
- detect risky situations and adopt appropriate responses;
- assess your organisation's position against AFA expectations;
- identify the first practical actions needed to structure your compliance approach.
Program
Module 1: understanding the legal framework and compliance challenges
- The current context and challenges of fighting corruption in France.
- Legal, financial and reputational risks associated with non-compliance.
- The role of the AFA and regulatory authorities' detailed expectations.
- The relationship between the Sapin 2 Act and international ethics standards.
Module 2: identifying risky situations and areas requiring vigilance
- The rationale behind risk mapping and good implementation practices.
- Concrete examples of risks by function (procurement, sales and HR).
- A methodology for identifying priority areas requiring vigilance in your work.
Practical exercises
- Identify areas requiring vigilance specific to your own activity.
Module 3: adopting essential tools and sound operational responses
- The practical role and value of the code of conduct within the organisation.
- Third-party assessment and a straightforward understanding of due diligence issues.
- How internal whistleblowing works and appropriate reporting practices.
- Early warning signs and typical examples of risky solicitations.
Case studies
- Analyse real-world risky situations to determine the appropriate response.
Module 4: taking action and structuring your internal approach
- The first methodological steps in structuring a compliance approach.
- Prioritising corrective actions without overburdening existing processes.
- Internal resources and levers to mobilise for successful implementation.
- Individual and collective responses to a confirmed risk.
Practical exercises
- Develop a checklist of initial priority actions to implement on returning to work.
Audience
This course is intended for professionals responsible for business ethics and regulatory compliance within their organisations, including:
- executives and corporate officers seeking to understand the scope of their criminal liability and secure lasting management commitment to protecting the organisation;
- operational managers and directors who need to identify areas requiring vigilance in their daily work and respond appropriately to risky solicitations;
- HR, finance and accounting managers responsible for integrating ethics and compliance into third-party management and financial flow controls;
- legal professionals and support functions seeking a practical interpretation of legal obligations to safeguard business processes and internal contracts;
- anyone involved in compliance or internal control seeking to master the fundamentals of the Sapin 2 Act and detect early warning signs in their work.
Prerequisites
No specific prerequisites are required for this course.
Teaching and assessment methods
- Initial skills assessment
- Training materials provided to participants
- Continuous assessment throughout the course
- End-of-course feedback questionnaire
- Combination of theory and practical application
- Attendance records
- Post-course follow-up evaluation
- Practical exercises
- Case study
Course highlights
- Concise, high-impact format: an intensive day suited to busy schedules.
- Pragmatic positioning: an approach focused on understanding and action, without unnecessary complexity.
- Practical focus: teaching based on analysing real situations and cases.
- Operational deliverables: a summary of key points and a checklist of priority actions.
- Learning pathway: an excellent starting point before considering more in-depth training.
Dates and sessions
Choose the date and delivery format that suit you.
No upcoming sessions are currently available.
The AFA (French Anti-Corruption Agency) is a French national government agency. Its framework is used here for educational purposes.