ICA/MoEc Certificate in AML/CFT – DNFBPs

Uniquely created and designed in partnership with the Ministry of Economy, UAE, for Designated Non-Financial Businesses and Professions (DNFBPS) working within the United Arab Emirates, this certification will help you gain the expertise to understand and mitigate anti money laundering and terrorist financing risks and best practices.

Course details:

This certification will demonstrate your commitment to best practice and equip you with the knowledge and skills to:

Understand what money laundering and terrorist financing is.
Identify, assess, and mitigate money laundering and terrorist financing risks.
Grasp the requirements of customer due diligence (CDD), Enhanced due diligence (EDD), and know your customer (KYC) requirements.
Understand reporting obligations, internal controls, and governance frameworks.
Stay ahead of evolving regulatory landscapes by understanding how sanctions are utilised and enforced.

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What will I learn?

This course looks at:

AML & CFT - What are they?
Risks - How to identify them.
CDD/KYC – What are the requirements?
Reporting – What are the obligations?
Frameworks and Internal Controls – What are the responsibilities, policies and procedures.
Sanctions – What are the risks and how to screen?

Is this course right for me?

The certification is useful for:

Money Laundering Reporting Officers (MLROs) - DNFBPs
Compliance professionals - DNFBPs and for anyone who has an interest in financial crimes in DNFBPs

Suitable ONLY for Designated Non-Financial Businesses and Professions (DNFBPS) working within the United Arab Emirates.

Course format

Study online through self study materials and attend an expert-led 90-minute virtual classroom on 11th March 2025
You will have access to the course material for up to four months. Assessed by a one hour online multiple-choice exam.
Your results are available immediately.
Downloadable certificate to demonstrate your achievement

In total you are allowed two exam attempts, with a requirement to re-enrol at full cost upon failure. If you are attending the 90-minute expert led briefing, we would recommend that you complete your assessment after attendance.

Become an ICA Member

When you enrol onto this course you will join an international community of over 30,000 members.

Benefits include:

Six months free access
Access to the uniquely personalised ICA Learning Hub
Weekly webinars covering the latest industry developments
Discounts on ICA events and further ICA courses

Course FAQs

Am I required to study this qualification?

Highly recommended by MoE.

Do I have to pay for the course online with a credit/debit card?

Yes. Please contact MK for bookings of 3 or more.

Am I allowed to extend or defer my studies?

No, at the time you enrol please ensure you are available to study during the four month period.

Will the results of my exam be shared?

Yes with the MoE.

How will I access my results?

Upon successful completion of online test.

What is the pass mark for the examination?

70 - 79 % Pass

80 - 89% Merit

90 - 100 % Distinction

When should the course fees be paid?

Fees should be paid in full before enrolling on to the programme

How can I pay the fees?

Payments can be made online using all major debit and credit cards

How long is the course?

You will have four months access to you course materials and you will also need to complete your multiple choice assessment during this period. You will also get six months free access to the ICA Learning Hub.

What happens if I don’t complete the course within the four months?

You will need to re-enrol at the full fee.

What happens if I am unable to attend the 90 minute expert-led briefing?

Attendance is not compulsory, however, it is strongly recommended for a better understanding of the key course topics and to successfully pass the assessment.

How will I be assessed?

By completion of a one hour online test consisting of 25 multiple choice questions.

What if I fail the assessment?

You will be allowed two attempts at the multiple-choice test. If you fail both attempts you will need to re-enrol at the full fee.

Do I need to attend a test centre for the assessment?

No, it is an online assessment that can be taken from any location.

Is there a cancellation policy?

Please refer to standard T&Cs.

When can I sit the assessment?

You can take the assessment at any time during the four-month period but would recommend attending the briefing before taking the assessment.