Course Detail(E201v : Handling Ethical Dilemmas in Procurement (Live Webinar))
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E201v : Handling Ethical Dilemmas in Procurement (Live Webinar) NEW

7.00 CPE Hours (Category 2)
Live Webinar

This workshop aims to equip learners with the knowledge and skills to identify and address ethical dilemmas in procurement. Through group discussions and case studies, learners will understand the key ethical principles and considerations when handling ethical dilemmas. They will also learn to apply the appropriate tools and frameworks to make ethical decisions in complex situations.

On the completion of this course, you will be able to:

  • Understand the ethical challenges specific to procurement.
  • Analyse ethical dilemmas in their professional roles.
  • Apply ethical decision-making frameworks to resolve complex situations.
  • Demonstrate awareness of legal and regulatory requirements related to procurement.

Programme Outline

1. Introduction to Ethics in Procurement
  • Definition of ethics and ethical dilemmas
  • Importance of ethics in procurement
  • Key ethical principles

2. Common Ethical Dilemmas in Procurement
  • Conflict of interest
  • Gifts and hospitality
  • Bribery and corruption
  • Supplier favoritism
  • Bid rigging and collusion

3. Legal and Regulatory Frameworks
  • Overview of relevant laws and regulations
  • Organisational policies and codes of conduct
  • Consequences of non-compliance

4. Common Ethical Decision-Making Frameworks
  • Adopting a structured process to address ethical dilemmas
  • Case studies

5. Building an Ethical Culture
  • Leadership’s role in promoting ethics
  • Whistleblowing and reporting mechanisms
  • Training and awareness programs
  • Monitoring and enforcement

(Participants will be involved in curated role-play exercises and group discussions. Such opportunities for peer learning will enhance their understanding of how to apply the frameworks and principles to ethical dilemma situations that may arise in future.)

Training Methodology

Lecture style with case studies, group discussions and interactive exercises 
 

Closing Date for Registration
1 week before programme or until full enrolment.

Intended For

This course is designed for accounting, finance, and audit professionals, including : • Procurement professionals and managers • Compliance officers, risk managers and auditors • Supply chain and operations managers • Anyone involved in decision-making processes in procurement

Competency Mapping

Category 2 = 7.00 Hours

Schedule & Fees
Date & Time

19 Aug 2025 (9:00 AM - 5:00 PM)

Fee (inclusive of GST)


SGD pricing -

For Members: $ 328.09
For Non-Members: $ 394.58


Programme Facilitator(s)

Koh Gim Liong

Venue

Live Webinar in or outside of
Singapore

Testimonial

Funding

1] NTUC Union Training Assistance Programme (UTAP)

NTUC members enjoy 50% *unfunded course fee support for up to $250 each year when you sign up for courses supported under UTAP. NTUC members aged 40 and above can enjoy higher funding support up to $500 per individual each year, capped at 50% of unfunded course fees, for courses attended between 1 July 2020 to 31 December 2025.

*Unfunded course fee refers to the balance course fee payable after applicable government subsidies. This excludes material fees, registration fees, misc. fees etc.

This course is approved for UTAP support for intakes conducted between 19 Mar 2025 - 31 Mar 2027.

As UTAP is given on calendar year basis, and calculated based on year of training taken, it cannot be accumulated.

  • Maintained paid-up NTUC membership before course, throughout course duration and at the point of claim and;
  • Course by training provider must be supported under UTAP and training must commence within the supported period and;
  • Unfunded course fee must not be fully sponsored by company or other types of funding
  • Unfunded course fee must be S$20.00 and above, and;
  • Member must achieve a minimum of 75% attendance for each application and sat for all prescribed examination(s), if any and;
  • UTAP application must be made within 6 months after course ends.

For more information on UTAP Funding and to submit for UTAP claims, please visit https://www.ntuc.org.sg/uportal/programmes/union-training-assistance-programme. Terms and conditions apply.

Programme Facilitator(s)


Koh Gim Liong
A Singapore, CFA

Koh Gim Liong has worked in the corporate sector (both civil service and private sector) for more than 10 years before he made a career switch to training. Gim Liong’s experience is diversified and covers training, project management, ERP implementation, business process re-engineering, financial and operations management.

He started as an auditor with PriceWaterhouseCoopers (then known as Coopers and Lybrand). He subsequently moved on to the public sector as an accountant in the Accountant-General’s Department, Ministry of Finance. When he was seconded to the Singapore Police Force, he was responsible for the finance operations and implementation of key financial initiatives.

At the Ministry of Education, he was managing the operating budget section and evaluating budget proposals. At his last assignment, Gim Liong was with a financial institution listed in Singapore where he managed the investment team responsible for accounting and operations on investment products. He is now a trainer sharing his knowledge and experience in areas like accounting, investing, budgeting, procurement as well as governance issues in the Singapore public sector. He has extensive experience in managing participants with diverse cultures and backgrounds, given his interactions with course participants from countries like Singapore, India, Pakistan, Russia, China, Bhutan, Brunei, Middle East, etc. He has also conducted several overseas programmes in Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar, Vietnam and Nauru. On professional courses, he has taught CFA Level 1 Preparatory Programme and Financial Accounting (in both English and Mandarin).

Gim Liong graduated from Nanyang Technological University. He is a Chartered Accountant of Singapore (CA Singapore) as well as a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) holder. He is also a licensed financial adviser representative providing advice to clients on wealth management. He holds several finance-related certificates in insurance and investments (awarded by the Singapore College of Insurance) as well as the Advanced Certificate in Training and Assessment (Facilitated Learning) (awarded under the Singapore Workforce Skills Qualifications (WSQ) System).

This workshop aims to equip learners with the knowledge and skills to identify and address ethical dilemmas in procurement. Through group discussions and case studies, learners will understand the key ethical principles and considerations when handling ethical dilemmas. They will also learn to apply the appropriate tools and frameworks to make ethical decisions in complex situations.

On the completion of this course, you will be able to:

  • Understand the ethical challenges specific to procurement.
  • Analyse ethical dilemmas in their professional roles.
  • Apply ethical decision-making frameworks to resolve complex situations.
  • Demonstrate awareness of legal and regulatory requirements related to procurement.

Programme Outline

1. Introduction to Ethics in Procurement
  • Definition of ethics and ethical dilemmas
  • Importance of ethics in procurement
  • Key ethical principles

2. Common Ethical Dilemmas in Procurement
  • Conflict of interest
  • Gifts and hospitality
  • Bribery and corruption
  • Supplier favoritism
  • Bid rigging and collusion

3. Legal and Regulatory Frameworks
  • Overview of relevant laws and regulations
  • Organisational policies and codes of conduct
  • Consequences of non-compliance

4. Common Ethical Decision-Making Frameworks
  • Adopting a structured process to address ethical dilemmas
  • Case studies

5. Building an Ethical Culture
  • Leadership’s role in promoting ethics
  • Whistleblowing and reporting mechanisms
  • Training and awareness programs
  • Monitoring and enforcement

(Participants will be involved in curated role-play exercises and group discussions. Such opportunities for peer learning will enhance their understanding of how to apply the frameworks and principles to ethical dilemma situations that may arise in future.)

Training Methodology

Lecture style with case studies, group discussions and interactive exercises 
 

Closing Date for Registration
1 week before programme or until full enrolment.

Intended For

This course is designed for accounting, finance, and audit professionals, including : • Procurement professionals and managers • Compliance officers, risk managers and auditors • Supply chain and operations managers • Anyone involved in decision-making processes in procurement

Competency Mapping

Category 2 = 7.00 Hours

Programme Facilitator(s)

Koh Gim Liong
A Singapore, CFA

Koh Gim Liong has worked in the corporate sector (both civil service and private sector) for more than 10 years before he made a career switch to training. Gim Liong’s experience is diversified and covers training, project management, ERP implementation, business process re-engineering, financial and operations management.

He started as an auditor with PriceWaterhouseCoopers (then known as Coopers and Lybrand). He subsequently moved on to the public sector as an accountant in the Accountant-General’s Department, Ministry of Finance. When he was seconded to the Singapore Police Force, he was responsible for the finance operations and implementation of key financial initiatives.

At the Ministry of Education, he was managing the operating budget section and evaluating budget proposals. At his last assignment, Gim Liong was with a financial institution listed in Singapore where he managed the investment team responsible for accounting and operations on investment products. He is now a trainer sharing his knowledge and experience in areas like accounting, investing, budgeting, procurement as well as governance issues in the Singapore public sector. He has extensive experience in managing participants with diverse cultures and backgrounds, given his interactions with course participants from countries like Singapore, India, Pakistan, Russia, China, Bhutan, Brunei, Middle East, etc. He has also conducted several overseas programmes in Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar, Vietnam and Nauru. On professional courses, he has taught CFA Level 1 Preparatory Programme and Financial Accounting (in both English and Mandarin).

Gim Liong graduated from Nanyang Technological University. He is a Chartered Accountant of Singapore (CA Singapore) as well as a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) holder. He is also a licensed financial adviser representative providing advice to clients on wealth management. He holds several finance-related certificates in insurance and investments (awarded by the Singapore College of Insurance) as well as the Advanced Certificate in Training and Assessment (Facilitated Learning) (awarded under the Singapore Workforce Skills Qualifications (WSQ) System).

Upcoming Schedule

Date & Time

19 Aug 2025 (9:00 AM - 5:00 PM)
Fee (inclusive of GST)


SGD pricing -

For Members: $ 328.09
For Non-Members: $ 394.58


Programme Facilitator(s)

Koh Gim Liong

Venue

Live Webinar in or outside of
Singapore


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