The ICA is proud to work with some of the most prestigious and professional organisations around the world.

UK

British Bankers Association
The BBA is the leading UK banking and financial services trade association and acts on behalf of its members on domestic and international issues. They have 219 members from 60 different countries and collectively provide the full range of banking and financial services. Their members operate some 130 million personal accounts, contribute £35bn to the economy, and together make up the worlds largest international banking centre.
Financial Skills Partnership
The Financial Skills Partnership is the Sector Skills Council for finance, accountancy and financial services. We work on behalf of employers, representing a footprint of over 2 million people working in over 34,000 firms in the sectors across the UK. Our vision is that the future and current workforce has the right skills to support sector development, thereby enabling the UK to maintain and grow its position of strength in the global economy. The FSP is one of 22 Sector Skills Councils, a network which provides the employer leadership to address skills needs within and across sectors. 		Financial Skills Partnership
Institute of Money Laundering Prevention Officers
IMLPO is the pre-eminent networking organisation in the UK for anti-money laundering (AML) professionals. Its membership comprises representatives of over 20 different sectors affected by the AML legislation: in addition to the traditional financial sector representation, a growing number of members come from non-FSA regulated entities such as law firms, accountancy firms, gaming companies, money transfer bureaux, commercial finance companies, firms of investigators, etc. The Institute exists to promote the sharing of knowledge, experience, perspectives and best practice between its members, through networking meetings, conferences, its website and training.

All IMLPO members' events - quarterly meetings, the annual conference and the regular one-day training workshops - provide ICA CPD points. Discounts may also apply.

University of Manchester Business School
Manchester Business School is the largest campus-based business and management school in the UK. They provide world-class business and management education to undergraduates, postgraduates, experienced practitioners, and those with serious academic and research ambitions. They are an international and progressive school, delivering cutting edge business thinking and teaching, informed by the contemporary commercial environment.

International Educational Partners

Australia

Australian Financial Markets Association (AFMA)
AFMA is the leading industry association promoting efficiency, integrity and professionalism in Australia’s financial markets and provides leadership in advancing the interests of all market participants. These markets are an integral feature of the economy and perform the vital function of facilitating the efficient use of capital and management of risk. Market participants perform a range of important roles within these markets, including financial intermediation and market making. The dynamic financial markets in Australia reflect many years of innovation and development, and are among the fastest growing and most sophisticated in Asia. AFMA represents over 150 members, including Australian and international banks, leading brokers, securities companies, state government treasury corporations, fund managers, traders in electricity and other specialised markets and industry service providers.

Bahamas

ICA courses in the Bahamas are certified and conducted by the Bahamas Institute of Financial Services (formerly BIB) and the Bahamas Association of Compliance Officers (BACO).

Bahamas Institute of Financial Services
The mission of the BIFS is to promote quality training and education programs for the financial services sector, to be innovative and responsive to the expanding needs of the business and financial community, and to develop creative synergy to foster and enhance sustained growth within the industry.
Bahamas Association of Compliance Officers
The stated mission of BACO members is to serve respective financial service organisations and the Bahamian financial marketplace by seeking to enhance the role of compliance within the Bahamian environment, thereby enhancing public trust in and to better ensure the integrity of the Bahamian financial service industry. In furthering this goal, BACO has concentrated its efforts on networking by sharing of best practice among its members and on providing training of interest to compliance related staff.

Bahrain

Courses and qualifications are offered in association with BIBF in Bahrain.

BIBF
BIBF is a leading professional training Institute in Bahrain and the Gulf Region. It was founded in 1981 to provide essential training for the banking community in Bahrain. Since then it has evolved into an internationally recognized training and development organization where over 100,000 students have attended courses since its inception. 		bibf-logo

Bermuda

In Bermuda the ICA courses and qualifications are offered with the support of the Association of Bermuda Compliance Officers Association.

The Association of Bermuda Compliance Officers
The Association of Bermuda Compliance Officers was formed in February 1999 to provide a forum for Bermuda compliance professionals to meet and discuss regulatory and legislative issues affecting their industries. ABCO seeks to enhance the role of the compliance professional and promote the integrity of Bermuda as a jurisdiction which meets the highest international standards of regulatory compliance.

British Virgin Islands

Courses and qualifications are offered in association with H. Lavity Stout Community College and the BVI Compliance Officers Association.

H. Lavity Stoutt Community College
The H. Lavity Stoutt Community College is a comprehensive community college which offers university-parallel, technical-vocational, and adult continuing education programmes. The College's instructional programmes are designed to prepare students for transfer into the upper division of baccalaureate programmes of other colleges and universities, or for immediate job entry or career advancement. The College provides educational opportunities which lead to the improvement of the quality of life for the members of the community it serves while also linking the economic and human resource development needs of the Territory.
BVI Compliance Officers Association
Their mission is to promote the role and importance of compliance in the British Virgin Islands. In demonstrating their commitment to good compliance, they are devoted to raise the level and thus the profile of the compliance function through the formation of this Association. The Association focuses on the importance of the compliance professional. They intend to provide our membership with the privilege of regional and international networking opportunities.

Cayman Islands

In the Cayman Isles our courses run with the general support of the Cayman Islands Compliance Association (CICA).

Cayman Islands Compliance Association
The Cayman Islands Compliance Association (CICA) was formed in 2000 and currently has 120 members comprising trust, mutual funds and insurance companies, banks, company managers, accounting & law firms and realtors in the Cayman Islands. It's function is to keep its members advised of current developments both locally & abroad, liaise with the regulatory bodies and policy makers, and provide guidance on best practice within the industry.

Guernsey

In Guernsey courses are conducted in association with the Training Agency and with the support and co-operation of the Guernsey Association of Compliance Officers (GACO).

Guernsey Association of Compliance Officers
The Guernsey Association of Compliance Officers (GACO) was formed in April 1999 with the following objectives:
  • To provide a forum for discussion of compliance issues
  • To provide information and other services to its members
  • To assist other formal Guernsey bodies on compliance issues

GACO currently has a membership approaching 200 individuals representing more than 80 firms drawn from all sectors of the financial services industry in Guernsey.

Guernsey Training Agency
The GTA University Centre is a unique organisation, which serves the Bailiwick of Guernsey through the procurement, facilitation and promotion of high quality training to all sectors of the community.Their programmes range from postgraduate and professional qualifications to short courses, conferences and seminars. The GTA's scope and flexibility enables them to provide individuals and organisations with a focus for education and training, essential to career progression and corporate success.
Hong Kong
In Hong Kong ICA has an established partnership with Courses & Seminars

C&S is a leading provider of continuous professional training for professionals in the legal, accounting, compliance, risk management and the financial services industry. Since their inception in 2001, they have organised over 1,250 courses and conferences which attracted professionals from a broad spectrum of industries. C&S are committed to providing high quality courses, seminars, workshops and conferences to clients who are professionals in their respective fields. Their seminars and conferences cover many legal and financial topics that are timely, in-depth and insightful.



The International Centre for Financial Regulation

(ICFR) provides a fresh perspective on the challenges of regulating global markets. As a non-partisan organisation, with the support of both industry and government, ICFR acts as a catalyst for dialogue, thought leadership and scholarship in this critical area. ICFR also supports practical training initiatives to improve understanding among practitioners and regulators.

Isle of Man

In the Isle of Man courses are conducted in association with the Isle of Man International Business School and with the support and co-operation of the Isle of Man Association of Corporate Service Providers (ACSP).

Isle of Man International Business School
The IBS was the first institution specifically established to promote and deliver Higher Education on the Isle of Man and lends itself perfectly to being a centre for undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, professional training at the highest levels and business consultancy.
Isle of Man Association of Corporate Service Providers
The ACSP was formed on 25 June 1999 with the primary objective of creating a common platform or forum or representative body for the providers of fiduciary and corporate management and administration services in the Isle of Man.

Jamaica

The ICA's partner organisation in Jamaica is the Jamaica Institute of Financial Services (JIFS)

Jamaica Institute of Financial Services
The Jamaica Institute of Bankers (JIOB) was established in 1977, by the Bank of Jamaica and the Commercial Banks. It has now changed to The Jamaica Institute of Financial Services (JIFS). The main objective of the Institute is to satisfy the training and educational needs of the financial services industry. 		JIFS

Financial Services Training Institute


Jersey

In Jersey courses are conducted in association with the Jersey International Business School (JIBS) and with the support and co-operation of the Jersey Compliance Officers Association (JCOA). The courses have been endorsed by the Jersey Banker's Association.

Jersey International Business School (JIBS)
JIBS opened in January 2010. It brings together an unprecedented breadth of training providers, courses, programmes and professional qualifications. JIBS has been created in response to the Island’s need for a definitive educational hub delivering quality learning solutions for the finance industry and the wider business community.Supported by an independent and authoritative Board of Educational Advisors and an accomplished Board of Directors JIBS aims to deliver accessible learning solutions that will support Jersey's reputation for professionalism, probity and technical excellence.


Jersey Compliance Officers Association
The Jersey Compliance Officers Association was formed in January 1997. The Association provides:-
  • A forum for discussing compliance issues and promoting good compliance practice
  • Regular seminars and training events for members
  • Representation for the compliance profession on relevant regulatory steering groups
  • Feedback on consultation papers issued by the Jersey Financial Services Commission.
Jersey Bankers Association
The Jersey Bankers Association (JBA) represents the interests of the banking community and financial institutions within Jersey and the Channel Islands. JBA was initially formed in response to a need for the banking industry to work together and consult with the government and regulatory authorities of Jersey on regulatory and tax issues that could have a significant bearing on banking business in the Island.

Malaysia

Institute of Bankers Malaysia (IBBM)
The Institute of Bankers Malaysia (IBBM) is devoted to providing world class education and learning services as part of its mission to develop talent in the banking and financial services industry. We aim to be at the forefront in the advancement of banking education and learning services; and are taking quantum leaps to reshape the banking education landscape through innovations in the delivery of our value propositions.
Established in November 1977 as the professional educational body for the banking and financial services industry in Malaysia, IBBM is governed by a Council comprising representatives from Bank Negara Malaysia, the Association of Banks in Malaysia, Association of Finance Companies of Malaysia and the Malaysian Investment Banking Association.
The role of IBBM is to facilitate the transfer of knowledge and skills through multi-pronged approaches -training, certification, dissemination of information and advisory.



Middle East

IOD Mudara
Mudara - Institute of Directors (IOD) is a professional membership organisation serving board members, directors and governance professionals in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. The institute promotes director excellence by advocating the interests of boards and facilitating professional development through education, research, information, networking and dialogue. The institute works to enhance the role of company directors within the public sector, private and family run businesses by providing information, research, advisory services and professional programmes to assist members and boards in raising standards of corporate governance as well as business practices.


Hawkamah, The Institute for Corporate Governance
Hawkamah, The Institute for Corporate Governance is an international association of corporate governance practitioners, regulators, and institutions advancing home grown yet globally integrated corporate governance best practices in the region. Hawkamah's mission is to promote corporate sector reform and good governance, and assist the countries of the region in developing and implementing sustainable corporate governance strategies adapted to national requirements and objectives. By promoting its core values of transparency, accountability, fairness, disclosure, and responsibility, Hawkamah works on policy and practical aspects of corporate governance reform in the region.


Emirates Institute for Banking and Financial Studies
The Emirates Institute for Banking and Financial Studies (EIBFS) is a national institution that concerns with training and education as an investment on human resources development in UAE. EIBFS was established in 1983. It has been directing its efforts towards upgrading the knowledge and skills of banking professionals, as well as in creating a pool of UAE nationals capable of pursuing careers in the banking and financial sector.

Emirates

The Performance Factory
The Performance Factory is a leading HR and Performance Management based consulting and training firm founded in 2006 in India with its international operations in Sultanate of Oman and United Arab Emirates. PerFact is a new generation consulting firm that rears a breed of professionals who skillfully integrate client's business strategies to performance management and HR systems. PerFact assists its clients to quantify its employee's contribution to the business and ensure those employees are competent to consistently deliver business result.
The Performance Factory works closely with various financial institutions and bodies to deliver training programs that encapsulates financial know-how with essential customer management skills.

The Performance Factory

Qatar Business and Finance Academy
QFBA partners with business to design learning processes to meet the needs of the financial services industry now and into the future. They develop and deliver to technical specialist emerging, middle and senior executives, a personal learning journey tailored to their experience and their career goals.QFBA are passionate about learning, about designing and delivering learning that will make a difference to your life, your career, and your organisation. They believe that learning is all about new experiences, new thinking and new ways of doing business. They work with you and your organisation to answer current challenges and help you prepare for a successful future.

Qatar Business and Finance Academy


Portugal

In Portugal the ICA works closely with Caixa Bank and on promotional issues with SSP, SA.

Singapore

The International Compliance Association in association with the University of Manchester Business School has been appointed by Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS), The Institute of Banking & Finance (IBF) and Singapore Workforce Development Agency (WDA) to develop a full suite of training and assessment programmes for all levels of practitioners in the area of Compliance.

Institute of Banking and Finance
IBF was established in November 1974 to upgrade the expertise in the banking and finance industry in Singapore. Its present charter has been broadened to include non-bank sectors of the financial community. IBF now administers part of the Capital Markets and Financial Advisory Services (CMFAS) examination series on behalf of the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS). It is also the national accreditation and certification agency for financial competency under the Financial Industry Competency Standards (FICS) framework.
Monetary Authority of Singapore
MAS is the central bank of Singapore. It formulates and executes Singapore's monetary policy, and issues Singapore currency. As banker and financial agent to the Government, MAS manages the country's official foreign reserves and issues government securities. As supervisor and regulator of Singapore's financial services sector, MAS has prudential oversight over the banking, securities, futures and insurance industries. It is also responsible for the development and promotion of Singapore as an international financial centre.
Workforce Development Agency
The Singapore Workforce Development Agency (WDA) enhances the competitiveness and employability of workers and jobseekers by helping them adapt to a changing economy. To achieve this, WDA works with various industry leaders, labour unions, employers, economic agencies, professional associations and training organizations. WDA also supports the growth of Singapore industries by building a pipeline of competent workers through the constant upgrading of workers' skills and raising industrial performance standards.
Recruitment Partner
Compliance Recruitment Solutions
CRS is the leading specialist Global Recruitment Consultancy, set up in 1996 and run by all former Compliance Officers with offices in the City of London, Dubai, Hong Kong & Sydney. With direct contacts &experience in the the Compliance Sector since 1988, CRS can better advise firms than any competitor, whether as to the candidate criteria needed for a given role, the experience that can be expected for a given salary range and/or genuine advice on salary required. CRS can also find candidates faster and on a global basis if required, all fully pre-interviewed by fellow Compliance professionals who understand the pressures of the roles (as well as the technical requirements) to ensure a perfect match.