Course Summary
There has been a significant increase in the complexity and volume of regulation underpinning compliance in the area of financial crime prevention. Consequently, practitioners operating in this complex environment have to fulfil their fiduciary responsibilities of ensuring ethical and legal compliance within this regulatory environment while contributing to wider organisational objectives.
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Career Sectors
This course prepares you for working in the Career Sectors below. Follow the links to get a fuller understanding of the sectors you are preparing for.
Entry Requirements
Honours degree (minimum second class honours grade 2 award or higher) in a business, legal, IT or a relevant cognate discipline.
or
Those who do not hold a degree, but have exceptional professional experience in the areas of fraud, risk or compliance are eligible to apply and will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Professional body membership
You must be a current member of the Compliance Institute, or become a member, to undertake this programme.
Application Details
Fees
€1,100 - IFS Skillnet*
*Funding it subject to availability
This programme has IFS Skillnet funding available for certain companies. You should check if your company has IFS Skillnet approval.
Please note funding available for modules running up until end of 2023 only, a new application will be required for modules running in 2024 if funding is available.
The availability of funding for modules in future trimesters will be confirmed in advance of their commencement.
Tax relief may be available to candidates who are paying fees in a personal capacity. Further information is available from www.revenue.ie.
Funding it subject to availability
IFS Skillnet form Professional Certificate in Financial Crime Prevention L9
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Note: Those without IFS Skillnet funding should apply using the Apply Now button above.
The Student
Career Interests
This course is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests. If these interests do not describe you, this course may prepare you for work you may not find satisfying.
Investigative
The Investigative person will usually find a particular area of science to be of interest. They are inclined toward intellectual and analytical activities and enjoy observation and theory. They may prefer thought to action, and enjoy the challenge of solving problems with sophiscticated technology. These types prefer mentally stimulating environments and often pay close attention to developments in their chosen field.
Administrative
Administrative people are interested in work that offers security and a sense of being part of a larger process. They may be at their most productive under supervisors who give clear guidelines and while performing routine tasks in a methodical and reliable way.
They tend to enjoy clerical and most forms of office work, where they perform essential administrative duties. They often form the backbone of large and small organisations alike. They may enjoy being in charge of office filing systems, and using computers and other office equipment to keep things running smoothly. They usually like routine work hours and prefer comfortable indoor workplaces.
Career Progression
If you hold an IOB designation or a designation managed by IOB, CPD hours may be awarded on successful completion of this programme.
Duration
Lectures are delivered online across five Saturdays in the trimester.