Course Outline
AML/CTF TRAINING AGENDA
1. The Global AML/CFT Landscape
- FATF
- MONEYVAL
- EU
- SPCSB
- BNM
2. Business Risk
- Balancing profitability with client risk.
- Client acceptance and exit strategies (PEP, conflicts of interest, etc.).
- IRA: Board Approval and Strategic Alignment.
- Case studies and exercises.
3. AML/CTF Authorities
- Establishing the right tone at the top.
- AML/CTF delegation of responsibilities.
- The role of top management from the regulators' perspective.
- AML/CTF frequently asked questions.
- Moving from "We have policies" to "We understand and implement."
- Case studies and exercises.
4. AML/CTF Governance and Culture
- The three lines of defense.
- Roles of CEO, Board, Compliance, and AML Officer.
- Internal Audit's role in AML/CTF.
- EWRA (Enterprise-Wide Risk Assessment).
- Key AML KPIs for Top Management.
- Personal responsibilities.
- Risks related to Risk, Sanctions, and Reputation.
- Case studies and exercises.
5. What's Next?
- Engaging in dialogue with authorities.
- Five key elements to monitor continuously.
Requirements
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 risk management concepts.
Experience with
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Risk assessment processes (IRA/EWRA).
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Client onboarding, KYC, and PEP screening.
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Internal controls, compliance reporting, or audit functions.
Target Audience
This training is designed for:
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Board Members and Senior Executives.
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CEOs and Top Management.
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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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