International Anti-Corruption Academy
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Executive Programmes
DATES: 11 - 13 Nov 2026 - Vienna, Austria
In partnership with TRACE International
Integrity Management in Global Enterprises
application deadline: Sep 30 2026
Fee: EUR 3,500
Join TRACE and the International Anti-Corruption Academy (IACA) in Vienna, Austria, 11-13 November 2026. Designed for senior compliance, legal and business leaders, this immersive programme combines expert-led discussions, practical insights and networking opportunities in one of Europe’s most historic cities.
The programme fee is EUR 3,500 per participant, including accommodation, meals, course materials and curated social events. To register or learn more, email tcd@iaca.int or call +43 2236 710718-100.
Included: two-day executive programme; expert international faculty; 3 nights accomodation; meals & refreshments; networking events; course materials
Thursday 12 Nov 2026
IACA’s Annual Conference on Global Trends and Challenges in Preventing and Combating Corruption
IACA announces a call for high-quality empirical research papers in English focused on topics related to:
- the role of AI and other emerging technologies in preventing and combating corruption;
- integrity, anti-corruption, and compliance in sport;
- safeguarding children and youth in sport;
- integrity, anti-corruption, and compliance in the humanitarian aid sector;
- stolen asset recovery, return, and management.
Selected papers will be reviewed according to the IACA’s internal procedures, and will be published in the IACA Research Paper Series.
The authors of the four best papers will have the opportunity to present their work to the international anti-corruption community at IACA’s 2026 Annual Conference.
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Research & impact
Research is a central element of IACA’s mandate and helps to support the organization’s programmes and activities around the world.
For highly qualified and motivated researchers from around the world in the areas of anti-corruption, compliance, and/or collective action
IACA professors and researchers conduct original research in the areas of preventing and combating corruption and related crimes, integrity and anti-corruption compliance and collective action with the aim of enhancing the effectiveness of the global fight against corruption.
IACA Alumni around the World
The IMACC programme has proven to be a valuable resource for acquiring knowledge and fostering confidence within my field of expertise.
IMACC Open Modules
The IMACC programme provides an environment for critical learning, debate, and exchange of ideas on anti-corruption compliance.
IMACC 2017 – 2019
The experience/knowledge from the MACS program has been intriguing as my understanding of the concept of Corruption and Anti-Corruption strategies is now deeper and broadened.
IMACC Open Modules
The experience/knowledge from the MACS program has been intriguing as my understanding of the concept of Corruption and Anti-Corruption strategies is now deeper and broadened.
IMACC Open Modules
Partnership Opportunities
IACA at the intersection of research, education, and global anti-corruption cooperation
IACA's Interest in EU Tenders and Calls for Proposals
The International Anti-Corruption Academy (IACA) is committed to promoting effective and efficient anti-corruption education, training, and technical assistance. We actively seek opportunities to collaborate with partners through EU tenders and calls for proposals to further our mission and impact.
IACA partners with WEF’s PAC Initiative
Corruption Transformation Map of the World Economic Forum (WEF) was developed as a joint activity between the International Anti-Corruption Academy (IACA) and the Partnering Against Corruption Initiative (PACI) in 2020. Mr. Pawan Kumar Sinha, Director of Academic Programmes at IACA, led the development of the project at the Academy. IACA, with its expertise in anti-corruption education, training and research, was the co-curator of the map till 2023.
The WEF’s Transformation Maps present insights written by experts along with machine-curated content. Together, they allow users to visualise and understand more than 250 topics and their connections, helping leaders make more informed decisions.
For IACA Parties
Membership & Partnerships Benefits framework
Parties that provide voluntary contributions to the general budget of IACA and,in some cases, their nationals will be entitled to benefit from the IACA’s Membership & Partnerships Benefits framework.
IACA Projects
Projects Open for Funding
IACA engages in projects with a variety of partners and stakeholders, playing a leading role in facilitating and delivering anti-corruption education, as well as fostering dialogue to increase awareness and facilitate activities to prevent and combat corruption.
