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.
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Learner Career Outcomes
25%
What you will 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
Skills you will gain
Learner Career Outcomes
25%
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University of Pennsylvania
The University of Pennsylvania (commonly referred to as Penn) is a private university, located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States. A member of the Ivy League, Penn is the fourth-oldest institution of higher education in the United States, and considers itself to be the first university in the United States with both undergraduate and graduate studies.
Syllabus - What you will learn from this course
Building a Strong Compliance Culture
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.
A Closer Look at the Essentials
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.
The Psychology of Compliance
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.
Dealing With Non-Compliance
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.
Reviews
TOP REVIEWS FROM EFFECTIVE COMPLIANCE PROGRAMS
The course was very useful for me. I learned a lot about compliance and its important role in business. I definitely will use such a valuable knowledge in my job. Thank you all for your kind work!
Practical and effective course! Even if you already have hands-on experience in compliance, it still teaches you new practical strategies on how to improve your program. Totally recommended!
Yet another excellent course in this specialization. I really like Ms. Steinfield's and Mr. Kandel's delivery of these classes. Very informative and practical advice too!
The courses are of high quality. It is obvious that the reading materials are carefully selected. The instructors are top notch. I've learned much more than I expected.
About the Regulatory Compliance Specialization
Every organization faces a myriad of risks that can threaten its operations, reputation, and bottom line. A robust, effective compliance program can make the difference between companies that successfully navigate those risks, and those that become cautionary tales.

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