Once you have an understanding of what compliance is, and why it may be important, it is natural to wonder next, “What should I do about it?” In this course, we’ll explore one of the key factors for creating a positive culture of compliance: human psychology. We’ll think about what drives us, what makes us pay attention, what distracts, and how all of these pieces help build a strong belief in an organizational culture of compliance.
Effective Compliance Programs
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Effective Compliance Programs
This course is part of Regulatory Compliance Specialization
Instructors: Lauren Steinfeld
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What you'll learn
Recognize strategies for building a culture of compliance within an organization
Identify the fundamental components of a compliance program
Identify techniques and methods for compliance management and provide psychological theories that explain why they are effective
Devise strategies for managing noncompliance and incident response
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There are 4 modules in this course
How do you actually implement a culture of compliance? This module looks at the key building blocks necessary to foster a culture of compliance within any organization.
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7 videos4 readings2 assignments1 discussion prompt
Once the foundations of a strong compliance culture are in place, how do you disseminate that culture throughout an organization? This module examines the policies, procedures, and trainings necessary to create a compliant culture throughout an organization.
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10 videos2 readings3 assignments1 discussion prompt
Compliance, at its heart, is a response to a human problem. If rules were enough, compliance and enforcement wouldn't exist. This module explores the psychology behind why non-compliance happens and strategies for getting people to comply.
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23 videos1 reading3 assignments1 discussion prompt
Even in organizations with top-notch compliance programs, non-compliance is as inevitable as death and taxes. This module explores strategies for dealing with non-compliance.
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6 videos3 readings2 assignments1 peer review
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