Fraud and Corruption Awareness and Prevention Training Course (NZ Version)
$27.50 inc. GST
This course provides a practical introduction to fraud and corruption in New Zealand workplaces — what they are, how they occur, and what every employee can do to help prevent them. Learners will explore how to recognise misconduct, understand their responsibilities when something doesn’t seem right, and follow appropriate procedures for raising concerns. The course includes real-world examples, relevant legal context, and clear guidance on the protections available to those who speak up about serious wrongdoing.
Developed specifically for New Zealand workplaces, this course is relevant across both the public and private sectors. On completion, learners receive an instant digital certificate to record their training.
This course will take approximately 41 minutes to complete.
Why is the Fraud and Corruption Awareness and Prevention Course Important?
Fraud and corruption don’t only affect an organisation’s finances — they damage trust, expose individuals to legal risk, and can undermine the culture of an entire workplace. A single incident, whether deliberate or the result of poor awareness, can lead to financial loss, reputational harm, and enforcement action. When employees understand the risks and know how to respond, issues are more likely to be identified and addressed before they escalate.
New Zealand organisations have obligations under the Crimes Act 1961 and the Protected Disclosures (Protection of Whistleblowers) Act 2022, which governs both the offences related to fraud and corruption and the formal protections available to workers who report serious wrongdoing. Managers and employers also carry broader duties under employment and governance legislation to foster ethical, accountable workplaces.
This course directly reduces organisational risk by building the awareness employees need to recognise misconduct, act with integrity, and use the right channels when they have concerns.
Who Should Complete This Course
- Employees across all roles who handle financial transactions, procurement, or sensitive information
- Managers and supervisors are responsible for maintaining ethical standards and workplace conduct
- Contractors, public sector workers, and staff in regulated industries with formal integrity obligations
- Any worker seeking to understand their rights and responsibilities regarding reporting fraud or serious wrongdoing
Topics Covered
- Understanding fraud and corruption in New Zealand
- Reducing the risk: your role in prevention
- Serious concerns: reporting and protections
Course Experience
Learners can expect:
- Fully online and accessible anytime
- Interactive and scenario-based learning
- Self-paced completion (pause/resume anytime)
- Assessment: 10-question quiz, 10/10 correct answers required
- Instant digital certificate on completion
- Accessible design (WCAG 2.2 AA compliant; suitable for all literacy levels)
Assessment
There is an assessment for this topic. 10-question quiz, 10/10 correct answers required.
Related Courses
- Conflict of Interests Training Course (NZ Version)
- Anti-Money Laundering Training Course (NZ Version)
- Privacy in the Workplace Training Course (NZ Version)
- Privacy in the Workplace and Recruitment Training Course (NZ Version)
- Ethics: Introduction to Workplace Ethics Training Course
- Ethics: Common Workplace Issues Training Course
- Ethics: Employees and Workers Training Course
- Information Security: Employee Awareness Training Course
Learning Outcomes
By completing this course, learners will be able to:
- Identify behaviours and situations that constitute fraud or corruption in a New Zealand workplace context
- Recognise the conditions that create opportunities for misconduct and apply preventive practices
- Understand their legal obligations and the protections available when reporting serious wrongdoing
- Respond appropriately when they suspect fraud or corruption, using the correct procedures and channels
- Contribute to a workplace culture built on integrity, transparency, and accountability
Organisational Benefits
- Reduce exposure to fraud risk — staff who understand how misconduct arises are better placed to identify and report it early, before financial or reputational damage occurs
- Demonstrate compliance and governance commitment — documented training provides evidence of proactive integrity management in audits, reviews, and regulatory assessments
- Support whistleblower obligations — equipping employees with knowledge of the Protected Disclosures (Protection of Whistleblowers) Act 2022 reduces the risk of procedural failures when concerns are raised
- Build a culture of accountability — training that reaches all staff, not just leadership, signals that ethical conduct is an organisation-wide expectation
- Lower legal and reputational risk — organisations that invest in fraud and corruption awareness are better positioned to respond to incidents and demonstrate due diligence if action is taken
| Platforms | Desktop, laptop, tablet or mobile (widescreen) |
| Browsers | Chrome, Edge, Firefox and Safari are supported (typically versions from 2019 onwards). IE11 is not supported |
| Hosting | Enrol in Tribal Habits portal |
| Accessible | Yes, meets WCAG 2.2 guidelines at a Level AA standard – More info on WCAG 2.2 here |
Description
Why is the Fraud and Corruption Awareness and Prevention Course Important?
Fraud and corruption don’t only affect an organisation’s finances — they damage trust, expose individuals to legal risk, and can undermine the culture of an entire workplace. A single incident, whether deliberate or the result of poor awareness, can lead to financial loss, reputational harm, and enforcement action. When employees understand the risks and know how to respond, issues are more likely to be identified and addressed before they escalate.
New Zealand organisations have obligations under the Crimes Act 1961 and the Protected Disclosures (Protection of Whistleblowers) Act 2022, which governs both the offences related to fraud and corruption and the formal protections available to workers who report serious wrongdoing. Managers and employers also carry broader duties under employment and governance legislation to foster ethical, accountable workplaces.
This course directly reduces organisational risk by building the awareness employees need to recognise misconduct, act with integrity, and use the right channels when they have concerns.
Who Should Complete This Course
- Employees across all roles who handle financial transactions, procurement, or sensitive information
- Managers and supervisors are responsible for maintaining ethical standards and workplace conduct
- Contractors, public sector workers, and staff in regulated industries with formal integrity obligations
- Any worker seeking to understand their rights and responsibilities regarding reporting fraud or serious wrongdoing
Topics Covered
Topics Covered
- Understanding fraud and corruption in New Zealand
- Reducing the risk: your role in prevention
- Serious concerns: reporting and protections
Experience
Course Experience
Learners can expect:
- Fully online and accessible anytime
- Interactive and scenario-based learning
- Self-paced completion (pause/resume anytime)
- Assessment: 10-question quiz, 10/10 correct answers required
- Instant digital certificate on completion
- Accessible design (WCAG 2.2 AA compliant; suitable for all literacy levels)
Assessment
There is an assessment for this topic. 10-question quiz, 10/10 correct answers required.
Related Courses
- Conflict of Interests Training Course (NZ Version)
- Anti-Money Laundering Training Course (NZ Version)
- Privacy in the Workplace Training Course (NZ Version)
- Privacy in the Workplace and Recruitment Training Course (NZ Version)
- Ethics: Introduction to Workplace Ethics Training Course
- Ethics: Common Workplace Issues Training Course
- Ethics: Employees and Workers Training Course
- Information Security: Employee Awareness Training Course
Outcomes
Learning Outcomes
By completing this course, learners will be able to:
- Identify behaviours and situations that constitute fraud or corruption in a New Zealand workplace context
- Recognise the conditions that create opportunities for misconduct and apply preventive practices
- Understand their legal obligations and the protections available when reporting serious wrongdoing
- Respond appropriately when they suspect fraud or corruption, using the correct procedures and channels
- Contribute to a workplace culture built on integrity, transparency, and accountability
Organisational Benefits
- Reduce exposure to fraud risk — staff who understand how misconduct arises are better placed to identify and report it early, before financial or reputational damage occurs
- Demonstrate compliance and governance commitment — documented training provides evidence of proactive integrity management in audits, reviews, and regulatory assessments
- Support whistleblower obligations — equipping employees with knowledge of the Protected Disclosures (Protection of Whistleblowers) Act 2022 reduces the risk of procedural failures when concerns are raised
- Build a culture of accountability — training that reaches all staff, not just leadership, signals that ethical conduct is an organisation-wide expectation
- Lower legal and reputational risk — organisations that invest in fraud and corruption awareness are better positioned to respond to incidents and demonstrate due diligence if action is taken
Accessibility
| Platforms | Desktop, laptop, tablet or mobile (widescreen) |
| Browsers | Chrome, Edge, Firefox and Safari are supported (typically versions from 2019 onwards). IE11 is not supported |
| Hosting | Enrol in Tribal Habits portal |
| Accessible | Yes, meets WCAG 2.2 guidelines at a Level AA standard – More info on WCAG 2.2 here |