Course Outline
Introduction
Introduction to FATF
- Origins and objectives of the FATF
- Membership structure and governance models
- Primary goals and operational functions
Concepts of Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing
- Core definitions and fundamental concepts
- Common typologies and methodologies
- Analysis of case studies and real-world scenarios
The 40 FATF Recommendations
- Overview of the 40 key recommendations
- Organizational structure and categorization
- Significance for global financial stability
Legal Frameworks and Operational Considerations
- Recommendations 1-4: Risk-based strategies, domestic coordination, and international collaboration
- Recommendations 5-8: Criminalization, preventive actions, and the role of non-profit entities
- Recommendations 9-12: Obligations for financial institutions and non-financial businesses and professions
Preventive Mechanisms
- Recommendations 13-16: Customer due diligence, record retention, and reporting obligations
- Recommendations 17-21: Reliance policies, internal controls, and management of foreign branches and subsidiaries
- Recommendations 22-23: Specifics for designated non-financial businesses and professions (DNFBPs)
Transparency and Beneficial Ownership
- Recommendations 24-25: Ensuring transparency and identifying beneficial owners of legal entities and arrangements
Authority Powers and Responsibilities
- Recommendations 26-29: Regulatory frameworks and supervisory duties
- Recommendations 30-32: Law enforcement capabilities and investigative procedures
Global Standards and Collaboration
- Recommendations 33-35: Mutual legal assistance and extradition protocols
- Recommendations 36-40: International agreements, cooperative measures, and additional strategies
Execution and Adherence
- National risk evaluation and compliance strategies
- FATF assessment and monitoring methodologies
- Case studies illustrating implementation challenges and successes
Practical Workshop
- Formulating compliance programs
- Executing risk assessments
Conclusion and Future Directions
Requirements
- A foundational grasp of financial system operations and institutional frameworks
- Proficiency in essential legal and regulatory concepts concerning finance, compliance, and anti-money laundering (AML)
Target Audience
- Compliance officers
- Legal professionals
Testimonials (4)
How to manage business financials
surprise mtileni - Hatima Holdings (Pty) ltd
Course - Learning Xero
Good communication, open for discussion, kept it interesting and engaging
Ahmet Keyman - Keytrade AG
Course - Management Accounting and Finance for Non-Finance Professionals
Experience of the trainer and his way of conveying the content
Roggli Marc - Bechtle Schweiz AG
Course - FinOps
The trainer did not leave a single minute unexploited! He was up a storm throughout every lesson and provided much material for whatever he dealt with.