Course Outline
AML/CTF TRAINING AGENDA
1. The Global AML/CTF Landscape
- FATF
- MONEYVAL
- EU (European Union)
- SPCSB
- BNM
2. Business Risk
- Managing profitable yet high-risk clients.
- Client acceptance and exit strategies (addressing PEPs, conflicts of interest, etc.).
- IRA: Board Approval and Strategic Alignment.
- Case studies and exercises.
3. AML/CTF Regulatory Authorities
- Establishing tone at the top.
- Delegation of AML/CTF responsibilities.
- The role of top management from the regulators' perspective.
- AML/CTF FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions).
- Moving from "We have policies" to "We understand and use" them effectively.
- Case studies and exercises.
4. AML/CTF Governance and Culture
- The three lines of defense model.
- Roles of CEO, Board, Compliance, and AML Officer.
- Internal Audit functions for AML/CTF.
- Enterprise-Wide Risk Assessment (EWRA).
- Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for Top Management related to AML.
- Personal responsibilities.
- Intersections of Risk, Sanctions, and Reputation.
- Case studies and exercises.
5. What's Next?
- Engaging in dialogue with regulatory authorities.
- The five essential elements to monitor continuously.
Requirements
Participants should have an understanding of:
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Fundamental AML/CTF regulatory principles and compliance frameworks.
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Core financial crime risks, including money laundering, terrorist financing, and sanctions.
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Corporate governance structures and core risk management concepts.
Experience with the following is required:
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Risk assessment processes, specifically IRA and EWRA.
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Client onboarding procedures, KYC (Know Your Customer), and PEP (Politically Exposed Persons) screening.
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Internal controls, compliance reporting, or audit functions.
Target Audience
This training is tailored 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 these concepts within the context of 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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