ICA International Diploma in Managing Sanctions Risk

Course level : Level 6 - Advanced

There are three intakes a year for this course: March, July and September.

The next course begins on 27 June 2022.

Sanctions are a crucial instrument in the international battle against financial crime proliferation, terrorism and human rights abuses. It’s a complex area and those who manage the risk need the right combination of knowledge, capabilities and behaviours to do so effectively.

Technical skills – develop a deeper understanding of sanctions architecture, screening and the control framework; enrich your professional skillset

Critical thinking – enhance your judgment-making and problem-solving skills

Collaboration and communication - ensure a joined-up approach in your management of sanctions cases

Flexibility and adaptability – be prepared to respond to fast-changing regimes and rules

Leadership – be empowered to make effective decisions quickly and manage resources appropriately.

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This course is awarded in association with Alliance Manchester Business School, the University of Manchester.

Is this course right for me?

Learners are required to have ONE of the following:

A degree or professional qualification in an appropriate discipline
or
Attainment of an ICA International Advanced Certificate
or
Three years’ relevant work experience

A good level of written and spoken English is also required.

This course is suitable for mid-senior level professionals:

Heads of Sanctions, Sanctions Managers and Sanctions Team Leaders
MLROs, Compliance Managers, Financial Crime Managers and Risk Managers
Accountants, Lawyers and Consultants

The course has been designed for those working in multiple industry sectors including international trade, transport, pharmaceuticals, maritime, software, oil and gas and financial services.

ICA qualification levels explained:

What will I learn?

Global sanctions architecture – Sanctions in context
How sanctions regimes are implemented
Evolving scope of sanctions – A changing tool
Sector-based sanctions
Identifying higher risk jurisdictions and activities
Transparency, control, and ownership
Licensing and permissible payments
Management of global exposure to unilateral and regional sanctions
Developing the control framework
Sanctions screening
Incident management and holding of sanctioned funds
Sanctions lifting and roll back

Course format

9-month course assessed by 3 written assignments (3,000 – 3,500 words)
A mixture of guided online study and participation in live sessions:
- 2 x virtual classrooms
- 1 x immersive learning scenario (putting you at the centre of a story)
- 3 x tutorials (a chance to discuss elements of the course in more depth)
- 3 x assessment preparation sessions
Videos covering the latest industry developments and case studies
Access to the ICA members’ portal containing additional reading and resources
Proactive support throughout the course to help you stay on track

ICA Executive Diplomas – 12-week accelerated route for experienced professionals

This accelerated route is open to experienced professionals with five years of relevant experience in a senior position or accredited prior learning. The speed of the course reflects the experience of those participating. In addition, instead of written assignments, the enhanced, streamlined assessment process is an in-depth, 90-minute professional interview with a field expert.
If you are interested in knowing more about this route and finding out whether you or your team are eligible, please email enterprisesales@int-comp.org

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We have full syllabi available for all of our qualifications. Click here to download a syllabus for this course.

Do I need to become a member of ICA?

In order to study for an ICA qualification you will need to become a member of ICA. If you're not currently a member of the ICA, membership will be added to your basket during checkout.

Whether you are just starting out in your career, already hold an ICA qualification or are an experienced practitioner, there is a level appropriate for you and this will be activated at the same time as your course commences.

Find out more about the many benefits of ICA membership.

Course fees

Enrol before 1^st July and save!

The fees for ICA courses will increase on 1^st July 2022. Enrol before this date to pay the current price.

Course fees


per currency depending on location
GBP	3550
EUR	3905
USD	4615

Course fees stated exclude VAT or local tax, this will be added to your basket at the checkout if applicable.

If you are funding the course yourself, we offer an interest free instalment plan of eight equal monthly payments.

Membership Fee: £75* (Student membership)

*Payable unless you are already an ICA Member.

Exclusive Qualification Discount for ICA Professional and Fellow Members
All ICA Professional and Fellow members are entitled to discounted rates on subsequent qualifications they choose to enrol on:

Professional (MICA) - 10%
Fellow (FICA) – 15%

Simply enter your membership number on enrolment to gain your exclusive discounted rate.

Funding available for students in Ireland

Permanent Irish residents are eligible for funding support on Advanced Certificate and Diploma programmes. Please contact orla.sheahan@int-comp.org who will be happy to help.