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865-0021-00L 1 Credits NDS , WBZ D-GESS
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Fraud and Corruption: Prevent, Detect, Investigate, Sanction

Lecturers & Examiners: Dr. Leonie Hensgen, Matthias Schmid-Huberty
Only for MAS/CAS in Development and Cooperation students, as well as specialists with at least 24 months of practical experience in international cooperation. ETH doctoral students working on topics related to poverty reduction in low- and middle income countries may also be admitted. Registration only through the NADEL administration office.
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Abstract

The course examines forms, causes and effects of fraud and corruption in developing countries. Participants receive an introduction to the main concepts and mechanisms of prevention, detection, investigation and sanctioning. By using practical examples, the course prepares participants for dealing with fraud and corruption related issues in the context of development projects.

Objective

Participants are able to describe and reflect on different forms, causes and effects of fraud and corruption in the context of development cooperation. Based on common concepts and mechanisms of the international community they are able to apply and differentiate prevention, detection, investigation and sanctioning of fraud.

General Information

Language
English
Levels
NDS , WBZ
Frequency
Every two years

Examination

Type
ungraded semester performance

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
lecture with exercise Fraud and Corruption: Prevent, Detect, Investigate, Sanction
Block course from 06.12. – 08.12.2021 Location: CLD A1
No time listed 24 h semesterly

Offered In

  • MAS in Development and Cooperation (The lectures and advanced training courses of NADEL are accessible only for students of the MAS in Development and Cooperation and for qualified employees with at least two years experience in development cooperation and a Master's level or equivalent level of education as recognized by ETH. PhD students doing empirical research in development cooperation may be admitted "sur Dossier".)
  • CAS in Development and Cooperation (Take place each spring semester and every second autumn semester (odd years).)