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Corporate Crime and Compliance

Corporate crime refers to illegal activities conducted by individuals or organizations in a business context, often for financial gain, while compliance involves adhering to laws, regulations, and ethical standards to prevent such criminal behavior within corporate structures.

intermediate
3 hours
Business Ethics
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Corporate crime poses a significant threat to businesses and society, encompassing a range of illegal activities that can lead to severe consequences. Understanding corporate crime and compliance is essential for fostering ethical behavior and protecting stakeholders. Compliance programs play a cruc...

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Key Terms

Corporate Crime
Illegal acts committed by a corporation or individuals acting on its behalf.

Example: Fraud, insider trading, and embezzlement.

Compliance
Adhering to laws, regulations, and internal policies.

Example: Following environmental regulations in manufacturing.

Fraud
Deliberate deception to secure unfair or unlawful gain.

Example: Falsifying financial statements.

Ethics
Moral principles that govern a person's or group's behavior.

Example: Honesty and integrity in business dealings.

Risk Management
The process of identifying, assessing, and controlling threats to an organization's capital.

Example: Implementing security measures to prevent data breaches.

Regulatory Framework
A set of rules and regulations that govern corporate behavior.

Example: Securities Exchange Commission (SEC) regulations.

Related Topics

Business Ethics
Study of moral principles in business practices.
intermediate
Fraud Prevention
Techniques and strategies to prevent fraudulent activities.
intermediate
Corporate Governance
System of rules and practices that direct and control a company.
advanced

Key Concepts

FraudRegulatory ComplianceEthicsRisk Management