Our qualifications help compliance professionals develop relevant knowledge and best practice for operating within the fields of governance, risk and compliance, financial crime prevention and anti money laundering (AML). Awarded in conjunction with the Alliance Manchester Business School, The University of Manchester, you can be assured that you are studying for a worthwhile qualification that is the benchmark of excellence.
ICA is the trusted partner for you and your organisation.
ICA Specialist Certificates are practical, accessible online courses that provide a deeper dive into key areas of risk in your business or particular industry sectors. Gain actionable knowledge quickly to boost your confidence and credibility.
- Study online, in your own time and at your own pace
- Gain an ICA certification in just 1-3 months
- Add specialist AML or compliance skills to your professional profile
Is this the right level for me?
ICA Specialist Certificates are designed for anyone wanting focused yet accessible knowledge in specific areas of risk.
They are suitable either for those working in the first and second lines of defence looking to certify existing specialist areas of knowledge, or for those looking to increase their professional agility by learning about new areas of risk.
Course Format
- Online course that takes 1-3 months to complete
- Assessed by one-hour online multiple choice exam multiple choice examination taken online.
Entry requirements
These courses are specifically designed to be detailed yet accessible. Prior subject matter knowledge will be useful, but is not essential.
To get the most from the course, a good standard of English is required.
What ICA Specialist Certificate courses are available?
ICA Specialist Certificate in Anti-Corruption
This course will help you better manage bribery and corruption risk exposure.
ICA Specialist Certificate in Combating the Financing of Terrorism
Examine the key terrorist motivators and what terrorists need to operate.
ICA Specialist Certificate in Money Laundering Risk in Betting & Gaming
Understand the variety of products and markets where money laundering risks can manifest in the gaming industry.
ICA Specialist Certificate in Trade Based Money Laundering
Compare and contrast the trade-based money laundering typologies such as variable pricing and goods.
ICA Specialist Certificate in Financial Crime Risk in Global Banking and Markets
Explore the specific financial crime risk factors involved in key customer types and compare the susceptibility of major financial markets products.
ICA Specialist Certificate in Money Laundering Risk in Correspondent Banking
Analyse the fundamentals of correspondent banking and the opportunities for money launderers.
ICA Specialist Certificate in Money Laundering Risk in Private Banking
Compare different private banking products, their risk factors and associated risks around tax crimes, corruption and sanctions.
ICA Specialist Certificate in Conduct Risk
Gain the skills and tools to address business conduct issues and put a conduct framework in place.
ICA Specialist Certificate in Financial Crime Risk in Mobile Financial Services
Evaluate the financial crime risks mobile financial services present and explore the vulnerabilities within the industry.
ICA Specialist Certificate in Money Laundering Risk in New Technology
Get to grips with how technology is impacting firms like yours and consider the influence of tech on your business model.
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