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AGRC Certificate in Sanctions Compliance

£650.00

The AGRC Certificate in Sanctions Compliance is designed to provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of the global sanctions environment, including the practical application of sanctions compliance programs. This certification is essential for professionals working in financial services, compliance, and legal sectors who manage risks associated with sanctions.

Key Benefits:

  • Gain 1-year free membership at the Association of Governance, Risk & Compliance (AGRC).
  • Earn an accredited certificate recognized by The London Institute of Banking & Finance (LIBF).
  • Develop expertise in managing sanctions-related risks and ensuring compliance with global regulatory requirements.

The course focuses on:

  • Understanding the rationale and mechanics of sanctions frameworks.
  • Implementing sanctions compliance programs and managing risks effectively.
  • Using screening tools and technology to monitor and enforce sanctions compliance.
  • Addressing challenges in dealing with multilateral and unilateral sanctions.

What You’ll Learn:

  • The foundations of international sanctions and key regulatory frameworks.
  • The role of multilateral bodies like the UN and EU in sanctions enforcement.
  • The unilateral sanctions strategies of major sovereign states, including the US and UK.
  • Risk management processes for sanctions compliance, including screening and evasion prevention.
  • Practical insights through case studies of sanctions compliance challenges.

Learning Outcomes:
By the end of the course, participants will:

  • Understand the key concepts and types of international sanctions.
  • Navigate multilateral and unilateral sanctions frameworks effectively.
  • Develop risk-based sanctions compliance programs and conduct risk assessments.
  • Leverage technology and tools for sanctions screening and monitoring.
  • Gain practical insights into mitigating sanctions-related risks.

Target Audience:
This course is ideal for:

  • Compliance professionals managing sanctions compliance programs.
  • Legal advisors dealing with sanctions-related matters.
  • Risk officers and financial services professionals monitoring sanctions risks.

No prior knowledge is required, though participants should have a strong educational background and proficiency in English.

Format:

  • Self-paced online interactive learning with 15-20 hours of study time.
  • Includes analysis of real-world sanctions compliance case studies.
  • Flexible registration: Start anytime and study at your own pace.
  • Assessment via online multiple-choice exams.

What’s Included:

  • 1-year free AGRC membership.
  • Online exam and AGRC Certificate upon completion.
  • Access to all course materials, practical case studies, and online support.

Completion Requirements:

  • Pass unit tests (33 multiple-choice questions) with a 70% pass mark.
  • Pass the final exam (40 multiple-choice questions) with a 70% pass mark (two attempts allowed).
  • Unit tests are 10 minutes each, and the final exam is 60 minutes.

Accreditation and CPD Recognition:
The syllabus is verified by external subject matter experts and accredited by financial training bodies, such as CISI and ACAMS, for 10 CPD units.

Registration and Access:
To register, click on the Get this course button to pay online. Alternatively, contact us at info@comply.academy to request an invoice.

Syllabus

The AGRC Certificate in Sanctions Compliance (Level 3) is structured to provide participants with a robust understanding of sanctions frameworks, compliance strategies, and risk mitigation techniques.

Key Modules Include:

  1. International Economic Sanctions
    • Definition and purpose of international sanctions.
    • Types of sanctions (multilateral, unilateral, primary, and secondary).
    • Factors influencing the success of sanctions.
  2. The Multilateral Sanctions Framework
    • The role of the United Nations and its decision-making process.
    • The European Union’s sanctions strategy and key regulations.
    • The role of the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) in sanctions enforcement.
  3. Unilateral Sanctions
    • The US sanctions framework and OFAC’s role.
    • The legal and institutional settings in the UK, Canada, and Australia.
    • Recent developments in unilateral sanctions strategies.
  4. Sanctions Risk Management
    • Conducting sanctions risk assessments.
    • Designing and implementing sanctions compliance programs.
    • Strategies to mitigate sanctions-related risks.
  5. Sanctions Screening Processes
    • Automated screening tools and the role of fuzzy logic.
    • Name screening vs. transaction monitoring.
    • Addressing sanctions evasion and the use of SWIFT for screening.
  6. Case Studies and Practical Scenarios
    • Real-world examples of sanctions compliance challenges.
    • Lessons learned from high-profile sanctions violations.

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Certificate

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