Introduction

Ethical leadership forms the foundation for building trust between institutions and society, particularly in the public sector, which manages public resources and national responsibilities.

This course focuses on reinforcing the principles of integrity, transparency, and good governance within government work environments, thereby strengthening public trust and reducing institutional risks.

Course Objectives

• Promote ethical leadership concepts in the public sector.
• Develop effective governance systems.
• Strengthen transparency and accountability.
• Reduce administrative corruption risks.

Target Audience

• Public sector leaders.
• Board members.
• Compliance and oversight officers.
• Government department managers.

Course Outline

Day 1: Foundations of Ethical Leadership

1. The concept of professional ethics
2. Institutional values and their impact on performance
3. Ethics in decision-making
4. Corporate social responsibility

Day 2: Good Governance

1. International governance principles
2. Separation of powers and responsibilities
3. Internal control systems
4. Transparency and disclosure

Day 3: Integrity & Anti-Corruption

1. Types of administrative corruption
2. Early detection tools
3. Conflict of interest prevention policies
4. Whistleblower protection

Day 4: Managing Ethical Risks

1. Identifying behavioral risks
2. Developing codes of conduct
3. Internal investigation mechanisms
4. Managing institutional reputation

Day 5: Practical Application

1. Real-life case studies
2. Designing an ethical governance framework
3. Assessing the institutional integrity environment
4. Action plan to strengthen a culture of integrity