Course Outline
AML/CTF TRAINING AGENDA
1. AML/CFT in the Global Landscape
- FATF
- MONEYVAL
- EU
- SPCSB
- BNM
2. Business Risk
- Balancing profitability with risky clients.
- Client acceptance and exit strategies (including PEPs and conflicts of interest).
- IRA: Securing Board Approval and Ensuring Strategic Alignment.
- Case studies and exercises.
3. AML/CTF Authorities
- Establishing the 'Tone at the Top'.
- Delegation of AML/CTF responsibilities.
- The role of Top Management from the perspective of regulatory authorities.
- AML/CTF Frequently Asked Questions.
- Moving from 'We have policies' to 'We understand and utilize them'.
- Case studies and exercises.
4. AML/CTF Governance and Culture
- The three lines of defense model.
- Roles of the CEO, BOARD, Compliance, and AML Officer.
- Internal Audit functions for AML/CTF.
- Enterprise-Wide Risk Assessment (EWRA).
- Key AML Performance Indicators (KPIs) for Top Management.
- Individual responsibilities.
- Intersections of Risk, Sanctions, and Reputation.
- Case studies and exercises.
5. What's Next?
- Engaging in dialogue with authorities.
- Five key elements to monitor continuously.
Requirements
Required Knowledge
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Fundamental principles of AML/CTF regulations and compliance frameworks.
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Core financial crime risks, including money laundering, terrorist financing, and sanctions.
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Concepts related to corporate governance structures and risk management.
Required Experience
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Experience with risk assessment processes, such as IRA/EWRA.
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Familiarity with client onboarding, KYC procedures, and PEP screening.
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Background in internal controls, compliance reporting, or audit functions.
Target Audience
This training is specifically designed for:
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Board Members and Senior Executives.
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CEOs and Top Management personnel.
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Compliance Officers and AML Officers.
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Professionals in Internal Audit, Risk, and Governance.
Participants will apply learned concepts to strategic decision-making, governance accountability, regulatory dialogue, and enterprise-wide risk oversight.
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Course - AML/CTF Governance and Risk Oversight Training
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