Course overview
Boost your expertise in financial crime prevention with our comprehensive Diploma in Financial Crime Prevention. The bundle includes the following certificates:
- AGRC Certificate in Compliance: Learn the ins and outs of compliance for the financial services industry with AGRC and become a certified professional member of the fastest-growing GRC association out there.
- AGRC Certificate in AML: Provides participants with a thorough understanding of what constitutes Money Laundering (ML).
- AGRC Certificate in KYC/CDD: A key concern and significant risk for financial institutions remain the possibility of unknowingly becoming complicit in money laundering actions
- AGRC Certificate in Sanctions Compliance: By acquiring these skills, professionals can ensure compliance, mitigate risks, and safeguard their organizations from severe penalties and reputational harm.
This Diploma provides a robust foundation in financial crime prevention, making it ideal for professionals aiming to take their careers to the next level.
75 CPD Units
Study method
- Online
- Blended
- In-class

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Duration study load
- 75 Hours
- Access Valid For: 90 Days
Entry requirements
No previous knowledge or experience is required, although it is assumed that participants have good knowledge of English and a sound educational background.
Course features
AGRC Certificate in Compliance
- Compliance programs and perspectives
- What is regulation, and what is it designed to achieve?
- The roles of the Compliance Department, Chief Compliance Officer (CCO) and Board of Directors
- Key compliance activities, processes and relationships
- Ethics, Compliance & Governance Perspectives
AGRC Certificate in AML
- Money laundering methods, techniques, red flags and key risk areas
- AML compliance best practices & checklists
- Know Your Client (KYC) and Customer Due Diligence (CDD)
- Beneficial Ownership and Politically Exposed Persons (PEPs)
- Economic sanctions and the relevant political and economic frameworks
- The main vulnerabilities of financial institutions vis-Ã -vis money laundering
- The legal framework for AML from a practical perspective
- AML case studies and analysis
AGRC Certificate in KYC/CDD
- Understand the importance of adopting effective KYC and CDD policies and procedures
- Review international guidance on the essential elements of KYC standards and their regulatory framework
- Be able to set up and maintain a solid and comprehensive CDD programme
- Assess the many levels of due diligence that can be applied by an organization
- Deal with higher risk situations and cases in a more effective and productive manner
- Gain a practical perspective on the adverse effects resulting from a lack of efficient KYC and CDD procedures
AGRC Certificate in Sanctions Compliance
- Definition of sanctions
- Institutional framework and legal basis
- The international framework
- Multilateral sanctions
- Unilateral sanctions and key sovereign states
- Categories of restrictive measures
AGRC Certificate in Compliance
- Comprehensive knowledge of Compliance’s backbone, including issues such as: What are the sources of compliance requirements, and where are they found? What behaviour satisfies compliance? How do compliance personnel motivate compliant behaviour throughout their organisation?
- Via the use of four practical case studies, a thorough understanding of the essential elements of effective organizational compliance, including an in-depth exploration of its main concepts, considerations, and strategies for assessing risks and managing the compliance function and its related programs.
- The necessary tools, information, practices and skills to transform you into an in-demand professional for financial institutions and other organizations looking to create compliance programs or strengthen their current compliance function.
- Year-round registration with the option to complete the 20-hour online interactive Compliance Certification at your own pace and schedule within 3 months, plus two attempts to pass the two-hour final exam consisting of 100 multiple choice questions.
- Free one-year membership to AGRC, where you can exchange knowledge and share experiences with GRC professionals worldwide.
- Use of the AGRC’s professional designation as a compliance professional.
AGRC Certificate in Risk Management
- A comprehensive programme aimed at providing participants with a deep understanding of Anti-Money Laundering (AML). This course covers a wide array of topics, including how financial institutions should respond to increasingly complex attempts by criminal individuals and entities to process proceeds from illegal activities in a manner that enables them to enjoy such illegal proceedings.
- By the end of the program, participants will be equipped with the knowledge and practical skills required to navigate the intricacies of anti-money laundering. Whether you’re a student, professional, or simply interested in aml, this course offers a solid foundation in this critical field.
- The expected learning outcomes encompass an array of skills, from understanding risk principles to conducting risk assessments and applying risk management frameworks in practical scenarios. This program is a valuable educational journey for those seeking to excel in the dynamic world of financial services.
AGRC Certificate in KYC and CDD
- Provides participants with a thorough understanding and the tools and knowledge required to become an invaluable member of any institution’s client onboarding and customer retention process.
AGRC Certificate in Sanctions Compliance
- In an era of financial globalization, these targeted sanctions bring heightened compliance responsibilities for both public institutions and private entities. Failure to meet these obligations can result in substantial fines, penalties, and reputational damage. The AGRC Certificate in Sanctions Compliance provides the tools and knowledge needed to navigate this increasingly complex regulatory landscape, ensuring businesses remain resilient and compliant in a challenging global environment.
Assessment
AGRC Certificate in Compliance
- Duration: 60 minutes
- Number of questions: 40
- Type of question: Multiple choice
- Pass mark: 70/100
- Results appear directly once you submit all of your answers.
- A Certificate is issued instantly in PDF and sent by email.
- A printed copy of the certificate can be requested for an additional charge of £50.
- Please keep in mind that if you do not complete your training programme and book your exam within the 3-month period, you will have to pay £150 to take the exam and for any additional attempts thereafter.
AGRC Certificate in AML
- Duration: 60 minutes
- Number of questions: 40
- Type of question:Â Multiple choice
- Pass mark: 70/100
- Results appear directly once you submit all of your answers.
- A certificate is issued in PDF and sent by email within 48 hours of taking the exam.
- A printed copy of the certificate can be requested for an additional charge of £80.
- Please keep in mind that if you do not complete your training programme and book your exam within the 3-month period, you will have to pay £150 to take the exam and for any additional attempts thereafter.
AGRC Certificate in KYC and CDD
- Duration: 60 minutes
- Number of questions:Â 40
- Type of question:Â Multiple choice
- Pass mark:Â 70/100
- Results appear directly once you submit all of your answers.
- A certificate is issued instantly in PDF and sent by email.
- A printed copy of the certificate can be requested for an additional charge of £50.
- Please keep in mind that if you do not complete your training programme and book your exam within the 3-month period, you will have to pay £150 to take the exam and for any additional attempts thereafter.
AGRC Certificate in Sanctions Compliance
- Duration:Â 60 minutes
- Number of questions:Â 40
- Type of question:Â Multiple choice
- Pass mark:Â 70/100
- Results appear directly once you submit all of your answers.
- A certificate is issued instantly in PDF and sent by email.
- A printed copy of the certificate can be requested for an additional charge of £50.
- Please keep in mind that if you do not complete your training programme and book your exam within the 3-month period, you will have to pay £150 to take the exam and for any additional attempts thereafter.
Delivery
AGRC Certificate in Compliance
- 15-20 hours of self-paced, online, and interactive learning, including analysis of practical case studies
- A study guide
- Practice questions and a final mock exam
- Free AGRC membership for one (1) year
- Online exam with two attempts to pass
- AGRC certificate
- Use of the PAGRC designation upon successful completion
AGRC Certificate in AML
- 15-20 hours of self-paced, online, and interactive learning, including analysis of practical case studies.
- A study guide.
- Practice questions and a final mock exam
- Free AGRC membership for one (1) year
- Online exam with two attempts to pass
- AGRC certificate
- Use of the PAGRC designation upon successful completion
AGRC Certificate in KYC and CDD
- 15-20 hours of self-paced, online, and interactive learning, including analysis of practical case studies
- A study guide
- Practice questions and a final mock exam
- Free AGRC membership for one (1) year
- Online exam with two attempts to pass
- AGRC certificate
- Use of the PAGRC designation upon successful completion
AGRC Certificate in Sanctions Compliance
- 15-20 hours of self-paced, online, and interactive learning, including analysis of practical case studies
- A study guide
- Practice questions and a final mock exam
- Free AGRC membership for one (1) year
- Online exam with two attempts to pass
- AGRC certificate
- Use of the PAGRC designation upon successful completion
Who's it for?
AGRC Certificate in Compliance
- Staff working in or aspiring to work in the compliance area.
- New graduates from any discipline.
- Staff involved in risk functions and internal or external audit.
- Those wanting to build a career in compliance in the fields of banking, insurance, or other financial services.
No previous knowledge or experience is required, although it is assumed that participants have good knowledge of English and a sound educational background.
AGRC Certificate in AML
AGRC’s AML Certificate has been designed for professionals looking to build a career in AML, employees with specific AML duties within an organization, or individuals working in the financial services industry who want a comprehensive training in AML.
No previous knowledge or experience is required, although it is assumed that participants have good knowledge of English and a sound educational background.
AGRC Certificate in KYC and CDD
AGRC’s KYC & CDD Certificate has been designed for professionals who practice AML such as Compliance and AML Managers in banks, investment companies or funds, financial services providers and law firms.
No previous knowledge or experience is required, although it is assumed that participants have good knowledge of English and a sound educational background.
AGRC Certificate in Sanctions Compliance
AGRC’s Sanctions Compliance Certificate has been designed for financial crime and regulatory compliance professionals, professionals working within the sanctions environment who wish to certify their knowledge, operational staff who need to understand the importance of sanctions compliance when dealing with customers and/or transactions, regulators, consultants, AML, compliance, and risk professionals, and anyone working in financial services interested in having a better understanding of how sanctions work.
No previous knowledge or experience is required, although it is assumed that participants have good knowledge of English and a sound educational background.
Subjects
- Compliance Programs & Perspectives.
- Why Do We Need Compliance?
- What is Regulation?
- What is Regulation Designed to Achieve?
- Market Forces.
- Regulation and Practice.
- The Roles of the Compliance Department, Compliant Officers and the Board.
- Key Compliance Activities and Processes.
- Key Compliance Relationships.
- Anti-Money Laundering.
- Financial Crime Prevention.
- Managing Risk.
- Enforcement.
Some of the topics to be covered by this Certificate include:
- Money laundering methods, techniques, red flags and key risk areas
- AML compliance best practices & checklists
- Know Your Client (KYC) and Customer Due Diligence (CDD)
- Beneficial Ownership and Politically Exposed Persons (PEPs)
- Economic sanctions and the relevant political and economic frameworks
- The main vulnerabilities of financial institutions vis-Ã -vis money laundering
- The legal framework for AML from a practical perspective
- AML case studies and analysis
Topics to be covered by this certificate include:
- Understand the importance of adopting effective KYC and CDD policies and procedures
- Review international guidance on the essential elements of KYC standards and their regulatory framework
- Be able to set up and maintain a solid and comprehensive CDD programme
- Assess the many levels of due diligence that can be applied by an organisation
- Deal with higher risk situations and cases in a more effective and productive manner
- Gain a practical perspective on the adverse effects resulting from a lack of efficient KYC and CDD procedures
Topics to be covered by this certificate include:
- Definition of sanctions
- Institutional framework and legal basis
- The international framework
- Multilateral sanctions
- Unilateral sanctions and key sovereign states
- Categories of restrictive measures
- Administration of sanctions
- Key recent legal developments
- Managing and mitigating sanctions risk
- Sanctions compliance programmes
- Processes and systems
- Sanctions screening and evasion
- Due diligence, ownership, and control
About London Governance & Compliance Academy
The London Governance and Compliance Academy (LGCA) is a multi-accredited, UK-based executive education training and certification provider that specialises in the areas of governance, risk, compliance, and finance.
LGCA is part of the European Institute of Management and Finance (EIMF) Group, one of Europe’s leading institutions for certified and executive education, eLearning, and bespoke training solutions in the financial sector.