ICA International Diploma in Governance, Risk and Compliance
The industry-standard qualification for compliance officers and managers.
Enrolment dates & fees
Applicable local taxes and discounts will be added to your basket on checkout.
Course details
The industry-standard qualification for compliance officers and managers, the ICA International Diploma in GRC will help you:
- Get to grips with the nuances of the regulatory environment and the impact on your organisation
- Understand why promoting a positive compliance culture is not just good for compliance but good for business
- Explore how to maximise the benefits of emerging technologies
- Take your career to the next level by gaining an internationally recognised qualification awarded in association with Alliance Manchester Business School, the University of Manchester
Discounts available for group bookings of five or more. Get in touch now
Become an ICA member
When you enrol onto this course you will join an international
community of over 20,000 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 will I learn?
- The need for regulation and lessons from history
- Managing the regulatory relationship
- Understanding behavioural compliance
- Achieving effective corporate governance
- Effective regulatory risk management
- The role of the compliance function
- The role of the compliance professional
Course format
A flexible, part-time, nine-month course designed for busy, working professionals. A mix of guided, online study and attendance at live, virtual classrooms delivered through award-winning interactive technology.
The course is assessed through:
- 3 x timed end-of-module assessments – comprising multiple choice questions that test knowledge, understanding and analytical skills
- 1 x written assignment with industry sector focus
- 1 x written, case-study based assignment connecting up the elements of your learning
Download brochure for full details and to discover more about face-to-face and accelerated course options.
Is this course right for me?
This course is suitable for:
- Compliance officers/managers and their deputies
- Managers with responsibility for internal compliance controls
- Risk managers
- Internal audit staff
- Regulatory representatives
- Accountants, lawyers, company secretaries
You will need a good standard of spoken and written English and ONE of the following:
- Sound educational background, e.g. degree/professional qualification in an appropriate discipline or
- Attainment of an ICA International Advanced Certificate or
- Three years’ relevant work experience
FAQs
How often does this course run?
There are three intakes per year for this course: March, July and September.
What payment options are there?
If you are self-funding, can pay for the course in full by credit or debit card or pay in eight 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. Many employers all over the world specify an ICA Diploma as a pre-requisite for roles. 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.
