ICA Advanced Certificate in Governance, Risk and Compliance
Gain actionable, practical knowledge to excel in your compliance role.
Overview
- Develop the knowledge and skills to fulfil governance, risk and compliance responsibilities effectively across all regulated sectors and jurisdictions.
- Understand how governance, risk and compliance work together, and how their integration supports both regulatory adherence and long-term organisational success.
- Boost your professional profile with an internationally recognised qualification awarded in association with Alliance Manchester Business School, the University of Manchester.
Course description
This qualification is designed for practitioners working within organisation subject to the oversight, authorisation or licensing of a specific regulatory authority. It develops the knowledge and skills needed to fulfil governance, risk and compliance responsibilities effectively, using practical examples and insight from industry practitioners across regulated sectors.
Governance, risk and compliance are three distinct but interdependent disciplines that, together, form the foundation of a successful, sustainable, and well-governed regulated business. This course develops your understanding of how they work together and how that integration supports both regulatory adherence and long-term organisational success.
It is designed for professionals across all regulated sectors and jurisdictions who carry responsibility for one of more of these areas and want to build competence and capability across all three.
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Course details
Course dates:
- 30 March 2026
- 06 July 2026
Qualification level: 4 | Intermediate
ICA CPD Hours: 100
Duration: 6 months
Qualification designation: Adv.Cert(GRC)
Certification: Awarded in association with Alliance Manchester Business School, the University of Manchester
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Course fees and group booking discounts
If you are not an existing ICA Member, a fee for 12 months’ membership will be added to your basket on checkout. Currency is dependent on location and subject to local taxes:
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ICA Membership fee |
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GBP – 2150 |
GBP – 185 |
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EUR – 2365 |
EUR – 204 |
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USD – 2795 |
USD - 241 |
Instalment payment plan
Want to spread the cost of this course? Find out more about instalment payment plan.
Following this course, you will be able to:
- Explain how regulatory frameworks develop and evolve across sectors and jurisdictions, and clearly articulate the distinction between regulated and non-regulated operating environments.
- Analyse how regulatory authorities are structured and how they exercise their powers, understanding the approaches, expectations and supervisory methodologies that shape the compliance obligations of authorised businesses.
- Apply an integrated understanding of governance, risk and compliance, demonstrating how the three disciplines work together to underpin the effective operation of a regulated business.
- Describe the structure, responsibilities and professional competencies of the compliance function and communicate the value of effective GRC to senior stakeholders.
- Apply a systematic approach to risk management within a regulated business context, covering risk identification, assessment, treatment and monitoring across both compliance and regulatory risk categories.
- Analyse the relationship between risk management and compliance, and demonstrate how integrated GRC frameworks strengthen organisational control and reduce exposure to regulatory and reputational harm.
- Navigate the core subjects that regulated business must manage: financial crime prevention, conduct risk, environmental, social and governance requirements, and operational resilience.
Course format
Duration
This is a flexible, part-time, six-month course designed for busy working professionals.
Study
A mix of guided online study and attendance at live virtual classrooms. Expert-led virtual classrooms bring content to life, enabling you to absorb knowledge and turn it into ability, while immersive scenarios help you gain confidence and apply what you've learned in simulated real-world situations.
Assessment
One timed, online scenario-based assessment
One research-based assignment
Is this course right for me?
This course is designed for professionals across all regulated sectors and jurisdictions who carry responsibility for governance, risk and compliance.
It is ideally suited to practitioners with around two or three years of experience in a relevant compliance or regulatory role who are ready to deepen their understanding and apply their knowledge with greater confidence and capability. It is suitable for:
- GRC professionals including those working in regulatory compliance, financial crime, ESG and conduct risk who want to develop and apply their expertise more effectively.
- Those with responsibility for one or more of the GRC disciplines who want to build a more integrated understanding across all three.
- Practitioners looking to move beyond task-level work and apply their knowledge more confidently across the broader governance, risk and compliance landscape.
Become an ICA member
When you enrol onto this course you will join an international community of over 30,000 members.
Benefits include:
- Access to the uniquely personalised ICA Learning Hub
- Weekly webinars covering the latest industry developments
- Discounts on ICA events and further ICA courses
The fee for ICA membership will be added separately to your basket when you enrol online for this course.
What past students are saying:
My experience completing the Advanced Certificate in GRC has been extremely valuable. The course provided clear, practical insights into governance, risk, and compliance, supported by real-world examples and high-quality learning materials. The tutors were knowledgeable and responsive, and the structure of the programme made it easy to apply the concepts directly to my work. I would highly recommend this qualification to anyone looking to strengthen their expertise in GRC.
"The tutors are exceptional and the format with the online classes is much nicer because you can connect with peers in other pars of the world and learn about different approaches to compliance."
"The course was fantastic and so were the virtual sessions."
“I'm happy with the course, and I feel honoured. It was a good experience and I feel I have increased my knowledge in Governance, Risk and Compliance. The course has added value to my professional as well as personal life. I expect that I will bring more value to the organization that entrusted me to attend this course.”
ICA Advanced Certificate in Governance, Risk and Compliance is a game-changer for my career. The knowledge and skills I gained have elevated my expertise and enhanced my professional reputation. My understanding on global regulations and standards have expanded giving room for increased confidence in navigating complex regulatory landscapes.
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FAQs
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How often does this course run?
There are four intakes per year for this course: January, March, July and September.
What payment options are there?
If you are self-funding, you can pay for the course in full by credit or debit card or pay in four interest-free instalments. If your employer is paying for the course you can select the invoice option when enrolling online.
Discounts for low GDP countries?
If you reside in one of the countries on this list you will receive a 15% discount on this course. The discount will automatically be added at checkout when you enrol.
Does the course fee include local tax?
Local tax if applicable will be added to your basket on check out.
Why do I need to be a member of ICA to do this course?
As a professional, awarding body ICA requires you to be an Associate member while you’re studying for your course (unless you are already a member). You will benefit from being part of a global, like-minded community and will receive access to additional resources, insight and learning to support your studies. Once you’ve completed your course, renewing your membership showcases your commitment to ongoing learning and continues to provide you with a range of benefits including digital badges to share on social media and discounts for ICA’s global events.
How will this course make me stand out from the crowd?
ICA qualifications are internationally recognised as evidence of high levels of competence in regulatory and financial crime compliance. The course is unique and designed to not only enhance your knowledge and skills but also develop your behaviours. You will gain technical, specialist knowledge but also vital critical thinking and interpersonal skills to help advance your career.
How much self-study time do I need to set aside?
We recommend that you allow for 2-4 hours study per week but plan to increase this around your times of assessment.
