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AML Compliance Training

Regulatory compliance. Customer monitoring. Financial security.

Training durationPractical 8-module AML compliance pathway
DeliveryFace-to-face, virtual or hybrid learning
ProgrammeProfessional certification
Course summary

Build expertise that creates measurable value.

Money laundering and terrorist financing pose significant risks to financial institutions, designated non-financial businesses and professions, and organisations operating in regulated sectors. This practical AML Compliance Training programme builds a clear understanding of Anti-Money Laundering, Counter Financing of Terrorism and Counter Proliferation Financing requirements in line with UAE regulations, FATF Recommendations and international standards. Participants learn to assess financial-crime risk, conduct customer due diligence, monitor transactions, identify suspicious activity, meet reporting obligations and support effective organisational controls and governance.

01

Develop a practical understanding of AML, CFT and CPF obligations

02

Identify, assess and mitigate money-laundering risks

03

Understand UAE AML regulations, FATF Recommendations and regulatory expectations

04

Build practical skills in customer due diligence, transaction monitoring and suspicious-activity reporting

05

Strengthen organisational compliance through effective AML controls and governance

Entry qualifications

Is this programme right for you?

  • No prior AML experience is required
  • Basic knowledge of banking, finance, compliance or business operations is beneficial but not mandatory
  • Suitable for professionals seeking to strengthen their understanding of AML compliance requirements
Learner profile

Designed for ambitious professionals.

  • Compliance officers
  • AML analysts
  • Banking and financial-services professionals
  • Internal auditors
  • Risk-management professionals
  • Finance and accounting professionals
  • DNFBP professionals
  • Business owners and senior management
  • Professionals responsible for regulatory compliance
Course content

A practical, structured learning journey.

Each module turns internationally relevant frameworks into skills you can apply in the workplace.

Module 01↗

Introduction to AML, CFT & CPF

  • Money-laundering concepts
  • Terrorist financing
  • Proliferation financing
  • Stages of money laundering
  • Global AML framework
Module 02↗

UAE AML Regulatory Framework

  • Federal Decree-Law and Executive Regulations
  • UAE supervisory authorities
  • Regulatory expectations
  • FATF Recommendations
  • International AML standards
Module 03↗

Risk-Based Approach

  • Enterprise-wide risk assessment
  • Customer risk assessment
  • Product and service risk
  • Geographic risk
  • Risk-mitigation measures
Module 04↗

Customer Due Diligence (CDD)

  • Customer identification
  • Know Your Customer (KYC)
  • Beneficial ownership
  • Ongoing monitoring
  • Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD)
Module 05↗

Transaction Monitoring & Reporting

  • Transaction monitoring
  • Red flags
  • Suspicious Transaction Reports (STR)
  • Suspicious Activity Reports (SAR)
  • Reporting obligations
Module 06↗

Sanctions Compliance

  • UAE sanctions framework
  • UN sanctions
  • Targeted Financial Sanctions (TFS)
  • Sanctions screening
  • Asset-freezing requirements
Module 07↗

Internal Controls & Governance

  • AML policies and procedures
  • Compliance programme
  • Record keeping
  • Staff training
  • Independent audit
  • Senior-management responsibilities
Module 08↗

Practical Case Studies

  • Customer risk assessment
  • Transaction-monitoring scenarios
  • Suspicious-transaction identification
  • Regulatory case studies
  • Common compliance challenges
Learning outcomes

Graduate ready to perform with confidence.

  1. 01Understand AML, CFT and CPF principles and regulatory requirements
  2. 02Apply a risk-based approach to customer onboarding and monitoring
  3. 03Conduct customer due diligence and enhanced due diligence procedures
  4. 04Identify suspicious activities and fulfil reporting obligations
  5. 05Support effective AML policies, controls and governance
  6. 06Contribute to compliance with UAE AML regulations and international standards
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