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The Shield of Organisational Integrity

Compliance & Integrity Management

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In addressing compliance issues, a holistic approach is essential, encompassing not only the legal perspective but also considerations of technology, ethics, and risk management. The programme Compliance & Integrity Management approaches these issues from both a multidisciplinary perspective and at management level, without getting bogged down in small details.

Compliance is about safely achieving the core objectives of the organisation. The current landscape is shifting, with society mounting more and more demands on organisations and organisations creating self-imposed integrity standards. These measures aim to combat the risks that have surfaced over the past years. Within this evolving context, the role of the compliance professional is becoming increasingly multifaceted. Harnessing technology has become essential in navigating these new challenges. And as technological advancements redefine possibilities, it's pivotal for compliance professionals to stay informed. While they needn't be tech experts, they should be well-versed in the available tools and understand how to leverage them effectively for Compliance and Integrity Management.

Programme structure

The programme consists of four modules / courses, each spanning approximately 6 full lecture days during two periods of 3 consecutive days. Each module / course concludes with an exam, either written or oral. 

The total study load (including the 2 essays) is about 1,680 hours (60 ECTS).

Plenary debate and written exams:

Students conclude each module / course with an exam. To successfully complete the programme, students are required to achieve satisfactory scores. The exams are designed to assess understanding and retention of the material covered in the respective module’s / courses' lectures, including literature that students must study independently. The total study load of the plenary lectures and the final written exams is about 1,260 hours (45 ECTS).

Concluding Essays:

Each year students who aim to receive the Executive Master of Compliance are tasked with composing an essay. Achieving satisfactory scores on these essays is a requisite for successful completion of the Executive Master programme. Each essay entails a study load of approximately 100 hours, amounting to a total of 15 ECTS across the entire programme.

When following just one or more modules / courses, essays are not required. Finishing the 4 courses (thus without the essays) entitles you to receive the Compliance and Integrity Expert certificate.

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Lecturers

Prof. dr. mr. Tom Loonen (LinkedIn)
Prof. dr. Jacco Wielhouwer (LinkedIn)
Mr. Raf Houben (LinkedIn)
Mr. Tom van de Laar
Dr. mr. ir. Richard Hoff 
Dr. Evelyn Braumann (LinkedIn)
Dr. Juan P. Mendoza
Drs. Kim Arts 
Dr. Tjibbe Bosman RA 

Organisational Culture & Behavioural Risk​

During the course Organisational Culture & Behavioural Risk you will learn to recognise compliance and integrity risks, such as corruption, servant or toxic leadership, and understand the essence of these risks. 

Key elements and learning objectives:​

  • This course aims to equip students with the knowledge and skills needed to navigate the intricacies of human dynamics within the workplace, ultimately contributing to effective sustainable performance,  leadership, organizational integrity, and employee well-being.​
  • Students gain a comprehensive understanding of relevant concepts, strategies, and skills necessary for successfully navigating, addressing and changing human behavior in the workplace. ​

Enterprise Risk & Compliance Management

During the course Enterprise Risk & Compliance Management you will learn to consider and manage compliance and integrity risks in the context of structuring organisations and risk management with regard to strategic and operational goals.

Key elements and learning objectives:​

  1. Apply current theory, frameworks and practice of risk management concepts to your own organisation.​
  2. Relate risk management practices to different organisational contexts.​
  3. Interpret the purpose of risk management and compliance in your own organisation. ​
  4. Differentiate the roles of key players (top management, board, CRO, compliance, audit) in the risk management and governance process.​
  5. Understand the role of risk appetite when deciding on risk management measures. ​
  6. Reflect on how risk management is integrated in existing processes, culture and behavior.​
  7. Assess how risk management and compliance processes can be implemented/improved.​
  8. Judge relationships with stakeholders relevant to risk.​

Regulatory Impact & Organisational Response

During the course Regulatory Impact & Organisational Response you'll cultivate a more profound understanding of the motivations and backdrops of legislation and regulations. You’ll become adept at envisioning the supervision of organisations from a strategic and holistic lens, identifying pertinent (inter)national supervisory mechanisms, and understanding the enforcement of rules within an organisational purview.

Key elements and learning objectives:

1. Understanding the rationale behind legislation (macro level).

2. Understanding supervision/the supervisor & enforcement in theory and use this in practice (macro/micro level).

3. Understanding the working and evaluation of government policy and legislation (macro level).

4. Applying the above knowledge in the organisation (micro level).

Data, Evidence, and Compliance

During the course Data, Evidence, and Compliance you will acquire the ability to approach compliance and integrity issues in a multidisciplinary manner. Your skills will expand in identifying compliance and integrity risks using data analysis and modern technological control measures. 

Key elements and learning objectives:

1. Understanding the rationale behind legislation (macro level).

2. Understanding supervision/the supervisor & enforcement in theory and use this in practice (macro/micro level).

3. Understanding the working and evaluation of government policy and legislation (macro level).

4. Applying the above knowledge in the organisation (micro level).

  • Course: Organisational Culture & Behavioural Risk​

    Organisational Culture & Behavioural Risk​

    During the course Organisational Culture & Behavioural Risk you will learn to recognise compliance and integrity risks, such as corruption, servant or toxic leadership, and understand the essence of these risks. 

    Key elements and learning objectives:​

    • This course aims to equip students with the knowledge and skills needed to navigate the intricacies of human dynamics within the workplace, ultimately contributing to effective sustainable performance,  leadership, organizational integrity, and employee well-being.​
    • Students gain a comprehensive understanding of relevant concepts, strategies, and skills necessary for successfully navigating, addressing and changing human behavior in the workplace. ​

  • Course: Enterprise Risk & Compliance Management

    Enterprise Risk & Compliance Management

    During the course Enterprise Risk & Compliance Management you will learn to consider and manage compliance and integrity risks in the context of structuring organisations and risk management with regard to strategic and operational goals.

    Key elements and learning objectives:​

    1. Apply current theory, frameworks and practice of risk management concepts to your own organisation.​
    2. Relate risk management practices to different organisational contexts.​
    3. Interpret the purpose of risk management and compliance in your own organisation. ​
    4. Differentiate the roles of key players (top management, board, CRO, compliance, audit) in the risk management and governance process.​
    5. Understand the role of risk appetite when deciding on risk management measures. ​
    6. Reflect on how risk management is integrated in existing processes, culture and behavior.​
    7. Assess how risk management and compliance processes can be implemented/improved.​
    8. Judge relationships with stakeholders relevant to risk.​

  • Course: Regulatory Impact & Organisational Response

    Regulatory Impact & Organisational Response

    During the course Regulatory Impact & Organisational Response you'll cultivate a more profound understanding of the motivations and backdrops of legislation and regulations. You’ll become adept at envisioning the supervision of organisations from a strategic and holistic lens, identifying pertinent (inter)national supervisory mechanisms, and understanding the enforcement of rules within an organisational purview.

    Key elements and learning objectives:

    1. Understanding the rationale behind legislation (macro level).

    2. Understanding supervision/the supervisor & enforcement in theory and use this in practice (macro/micro level).

    3. Understanding the working and evaluation of government policy and legislation (macro level).

    4. Applying the above knowledge in the organisation (micro level).

  • Course: Data, Evidence, and Compliance

    Data, Evidence, and Compliance

    During the course Data, Evidence, and Compliance you will acquire the ability to approach compliance and integrity issues in a multidisciplinary manner. Your skills will expand in identifying compliance and integrity risks using data analysis and modern technological control measures. 

    Key elements and learning objectives:

    1. Understanding the rationale behind legislation (macro level).

    2. Understanding supervision/the supervisor & enforcement in theory and use this in practice (macro/micro level).

    3. Understanding the working and evaluation of government policy and legislation (macro level).

    4. Applying the above knowledge in the organisation (micro level).

Learn more about the programme

  • Characteristics of the programme

    Practical and scientific

    A teaching team that pairs practical experience with recent and robust scientific insights.

    • The Compliance & Integrity Management program is an executive program with a solid scientific foundation. The program is embedded in the School of Business and Economics and led by scholars with the necessary practical experience. This ensures a balanced approach to the field of compliance and integrity.
    • The content of the lectures is based on current, international, scientific developments in established scientific disciplines, such as behavioral science, law, business ethics, accountancy, (risk) management, public administration, data science and information science.
    • The program supports the development of science in the field of compliance and integrity, including by encouraging student research.
    • Literature is largely in English. 
    • Current literature provides you with the latest insights and developments in the field.
    • You receive personal guidance in writing your essays.
    • Blended learning: knowledge clips are shared in advance and viewed online followed by interactive sessions based on further processing, for example through case histories.

  • Curatorium

    The Compliance & Integrity Management program is part of the Executive Education Foundation of the School of Business and Economics of the Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam. The daily management and final responsibility of the program rests with the program board.

    The curatorium oversees the content and development of the program. The curatorium is composed of leading representatives from professional practice and the university world.  

    Currently, the following persons serve on the curatorium:

    Prof. dr. B. Bosma - Director School of Business and Economics Executive Education, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam
    Dr. M. Gelderman - Division Director Supervision, De Nederlandsche Bank
    Drs. A. Meddeler - Chief Compliance Officer, Rabobank
    Mr. B.C.P. van Koppen - voormalig SVP Corporate Center & General Council, KLM
    Mr. M.J.C. Somsen - Partner, De Brauw Blackstone Westbroek.
    Drs. H. van Beusekom MBA - Member Executive Board, AFM

Do you have any questions or need personal advice?

Feel free to contact Emiel Erbé at tel: 020 - 5982509 or via e-mail: compliance.sbe@vu.nl

020 - 5982509

Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam
School of Business and Economics for Professionals
De Boelelaan 1105
1081 HV AMSTERDAM

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