An Anti-Bribery Management System (ABMS) is only as effective as the people who run it. Policies, procedures, and certification documents have limited value if the individuals responsible for implementing and maintaining the system lack the knowledge and skills to do so effectively. At DR ISO Malaysia, we offer structured, practical, and professionally delivered ABMS training programmes in Malaysia — designed to equip your team with the competencies needed to build, manage, and continuously improve your organisation’s anti-bribery controls under MS ISO 37001.

The Importance of ABMS Training in Malaysia

In the Malaysian context, ABMS training carries both operational and legal significance. MS ISO 37001 — the national standard governing Anti-Bribery Management Systems — explicitly requires organisations to ensure that personnel performing ABMS-related roles are competent through appropriate education, training, and experience. Failure to demonstrate this competence can result in audit non-conformities and, more critically, can undermine the real-world effectiveness of your anti-bribery controls.

Beyond the standard’s requirements, ABMS training plays a crucial role in supporting an organisation’s “adequate procedures” defence under Section 17A of the MACC Act. Documented training records, combined with a properly implemented ABMS, provide concrete evidence that your organisation has taken systematic steps to prevent bribery — a factor that regulators, prosecutors, and courts will assess in any investigation or enforcement action.

Our ABMS Training Programmes

DR ISO Malaysia offers a comprehensive portfolio of ABMS training programmes, structured to address the specific knowledge needs of different roles and responsibilities within your organisation.

ABMS Awareness Programme

This programme is designed for all employees across the organisation and provides a solid foundational understanding of anti-bribery concepts and your organisation’s ABMS. Topics covered include:

• What is bribery and why it matters to your organisation
• Overview of MS ISO 37001 and the ABMS framework
• Malaysian anti-corruption laws and the MACC Act
• Your organisation’s anti-bribery policy and employee obligations
• How to raise concerns and use whistleblowing channels
• Gifts, hospitality, and facilitation payment guidelines

ABMS Internal Auditor Programme

Targeted at compliance teams, risk managers, and designated internal auditors, this programme develops the technical skills required to plan and execute effective ABMS internal audits. Participants will learn to:

• Interpret MS ISO 37001 clause requirements from an audit perspective
• Design and manage an annual internal audit programme
• Conduct process-based interviews and evidence-gathering activities
• Identify and classify non-conformities, observations, and opportunities for improvement
• Document and report audit findings professionally
• Follow up on corrective actions and verify their effectiveness

ABMS Lead Implementer Programme

This intensive programme prepares ABMS coordinators, compliance managers, and senior practitioners to lead the design and implementation of a complete Anti-Bribery Management System. It covers the full lifecycle of ABMS implementation, including bribery risk assessment, policy development, control design, performance monitoring, and certification audit management.

Bribery Risk Assessment Workshop

A highly practical, facilitated workshop that walks participants through the methodology for conducting a structured bribery risk assessment in accordance with MS ISO 37001 and complementary risk frameworks. Participants will work through real-world scenarios relevant to your industry, producing a working risk register that can be directly applied within your organisation.

Due Diligence and Third-Party Risk Training

One of the most challenging aspects of ABMS implementation is managing bribery risks associated with business associates — agents, distributors, joint venture partners, contractors, and suppliers. This specialised module equips procurement, legal, and compliance professionals with practical tools and techniques for designing and executing proportionate due diligence processes.

Training Delivery Options

We understand that organisations have different learning preferences, operational constraints, and geographic distributions. DR ISO Malaysia offers the following training delivery formats to maximise accessibility and impact:

• On-site in-house training: Conducted at your premises, customised to your specific industry and ABMS context for maximum relevance and engagement
• Public open programmes: Scheduled public courses open to participants from multiple organisations, providing networking and peer learning opportunities
• Virtual instructor-led training: Live online sessions for teams distributed across multiple locations or for organisations preferring a flexible training format

Who Should Attend ABMS Training?

• Compliance and integrity officers
• Internal auditors and risk managers
• Legal, secretarial, and corporate governance teams
• Human resource professionals managing personnel screening
• Procurement and supply chain managers
• Finance teams responsible for transaction controls
• Senior management and board-level directors
• Any employee with ABMS-related responsibilities

ABMS Training as Part of a Broader Compliance Strategy

ABMS training should not be viewed in isolation. It is most effective when delivered as part of a comprehensive compliance strategy that combines structured system implementation, regular internal auditing, and ongoing cultural reinforcement. At DR ISO Malaysia, we help organisations develop holistic anti-bribery programmes that integrate ABMS training with the broader management system landscape, including ISO 9001 quality processes and ISO 45001 safety management disciplines.

Build a Competent ABMS Team Today

Investing in ABMS training is investing in the long-term integrity and resilience of your organisation. Competent, trained personnel are the most powerful anti-bribery control your organisation can deploy. Let DR ISO Malaysia help you build that capability. Contact our training team today to learn more about our ABMS training programmes and to register your team for an upcoming session.