CipherTrust Manager Training Course

There is an international focus on combating money laundering. Compliance officers, AML Officers, MLROs, KYC analysts, auditors, and managers need to understand how to ensure adherence to Subsidiary 373.01, the Prevention of Money Laundering and Funding of Terrorism Regulations (PMLFTR).

Under the PMLFTR, all subject persons, including those in the regulated financial services sector, are required to appoint a Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO).

This practical course provides you with the knowledge and essential guidance needed to approach AML compliance within your organization, with particular emphasis on the regulatory environment in Malta.

Description:

Basel III is a global regulatory standard for bank capital adequacy, stress testing, and market liquidity risk. Initially agreed upon by the Basel Committee on Banking Supervision in 2010–2011, the implementation of The Accord has been extended to March 31, 2019. Basel III enhances bank capital requirements by increasing liquidity and reducing leverage.
Unlike Basel I and II, Basel III requires different levels of reserves for various forms of deposits and other types of borrowings. It complements rather than replaces the earlier accords.
Navigating this complex and evolving landscape can be challenging. Our course and training will help you manage these changes and their impact on your institution effectively. We are accredited by and a training partner of the Basel Certification Institute, ensuring that our training and materials are up-to-date and effective.

Objectives:

• To prepare for the Certified Basel Professional Examination.
• To develop practical strategies and techniques for defining, measuring, analyzing, improving, and controlling operational risk within a banking organization.

Target Audience:

• Board members with risk responsibilities
• Chief Risk Officers (CROs) and Heads of Risk Management
• Members of the Risk Management team
• Compliance, legal, and IT support staff
• Equity and Credit Analysts
• Portfolio Managers
• Rating Agency Analysts

Overview:

• An introduction to Basel norms and amendments to the Basel Accord (III)
• Regulations for market, credit, counterparty, and liquidity risk
• Stress testing methodologies, including how to formulate and deliver stress tests
• The potential impact of Basel III on the international banking industry, with practical demonstrations of its application
• The need for new Basel norms
• An overview of the Basel III norms
• The objectives of the Basel III norms
• The timeline for Basel III implementation

This instructor-led, live training in Slovakia (online or onsite) is aimed at advanced-level professionals who wish to gain a comprehensive understanding of fraud examination concepts and prepare for the Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) exam.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Gain comprehensive knowledge of fraud examination principles and the fraud examination process.
• Learn to identify, investigate, and prevent various types of financial fraud schemes.
• Understand the legal environment related to fraud, including the legal elements of fraud, relevant laws, and regulations.
• Acquire practical skills in conducting fraud investigations, including evidence collection, interviewing techniques, and data analysis.
• Learn to design and implement effective fraud prevention and deterrence programs within organizations.
• Gain confidence and knowledge to successfully pass the Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) exam.

Description:

This four-day event (CGEIT training) offers comprehensive preparation for the exam, ensuring that you pass the challenging CGEIT exam on your first attempt.
The CGEIT qualification is an internationally recognized symbol of excellence in IT governance, awarded by ISACA. It is tailored for professionals responsible for managing IT governance or those with significant advisory or assurance responsibilities in this area.
Achieving CGEIT status will enhance your recognition in the industry and increase your influence at the executive level.

Objectives:

This seminar has been designed to prepare participants for the CGEIT examination by enhancing their existing knowledge and understanding, ensuring they are well-prepared to pass the exam as defined by ISACA.

Target Audience:

Our training course is aimed at IT and business professionals with significant experience in IT governance who are preparing to take the CGEIT exam.

Learning Objectives

This COBIT 2019 Foundation course serves as an introduction to COBIT 2019 and aims to help you understand how an integrated business framework for the governance and management of enterprise IT can be leveraged to achieve seamless IT-business integration, cost reductions, and increased productivity. The key areas covered in this course include:

• Introduction to the new framework
• Key concepts and terminology
• Governance and Framework Principles
• Components of the governance system
• Governance and management objectives
• Performance management
• Designing a customized governance system

This instructor-led, live training in Slovakia (online or onsite) is aimed at payment services compliance professionals who wish to create, implement, and enforce a compliance program within an organization.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand the rules set forth by government regulators for payment service providers.
• Create the internal policies and procedures needed to satisfy government regulations.
• Implement a compliance program that adheres to relevant laws.
• Ensures that all corporate processes and procedures comply with the compliance program.
• Uphold the business's reputation while protecting it from lawsuits.

This instructor-led, live training in Slovakia (online or onsite) is aimed at intermediate-level cybersecurity professionals who wish to enhance their understanding of GRC frameworks and apply them to secure and compliant business operations.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand the key components of cybersecurity governance, risk, and compliance.
• Conduct risk assessments and develop risk mitigation strategies.
• Implement compliance measures and manage regulatory requirements.
• Develop and enforce security policies and procedures.

This course provides an expert introduction to the newly enacted Accessibility Law and equips developers with the practical skills to design, develop, and maintain fully accessible applications. Starting with a contextual discussion on the law's importance and implications, the course quickly shifts to hands-on coding practices, tools, and testing techniques to ensure compliance and inclusivity for users with disabilities.

Course Goal:

To ensure that participants gain a fundamental understanding of GRC processes and capabilities, as well as the skills needed to integrate governance, performance management, risk management, internal control, and compliance activities.

Overview:

• Basic terms and definitions in GRC
• Principles governing GRC
• Core components, practices, and activities of GRC
• The relationship between GRC and other disciplines

This instructor-led, live training in Slovakia (online or onsite) is aimed at developers and administrators who wish to produce software and products that are HiTRUST compliant.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand the key concepts of the HiTrust CSF (Common Security Framework).
• Identify the HITRUST CSF administrative and security control domains.
• Learn about the different types of HiTrust assessments and scoring.
• Understand the certification process and requirements for HiTrust compliance.
• Know the best practices and tips for adopting the HiTrust approach.

The ISO/IEC 27002 Lead Manager training equips you with the essential expertise and knowledge needed to support an organization in implementing and managing Information Security controls as outlined in ISO/IEC 27002.

Upon completing this course, you will be eligible to take the exam and apply for the “PECB Certified ISO/IEC 27002 Lead Manager” certification. This certification demonstrates that you have a deep understanding of the principles and techniques required for implementing and managing Information Security Controls based on ISO/IEC 27002.

Who should attend?

• Managers or consultants aiming to implement an Information Security Management System (ISMS) in line with ISO/IEC 27001 and ISO/IEC 27002
• Project managers or consultants looking to master the process of implementing an Information Security Management System
• Individuals responsible for information security, compliance, risk management, and governance within their organization
• Members of information security teams
• Expert advisors in information technology
• Information Security officers
• Privacy officers
• IT professionals
• Chief Technology Officers (CTOs), Chief Information Officers (CIOs), and Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs)

Learning objectives

• Gain expertise in implementing Information Security controls by following the framework and principles of ISO/IEC 27002
• Develop a thorough understanding of the concepts, approaches, standards, methods, and techniques necessary for effectively implementing and managing Information Security controls
• Comprehend the interrelationships between various components of Information Security controls, including responsibility, strategy, acquisition, performance, conformance, and human behavior
• Understand the significance of information security in organizational strategy
• Master the implementation of information security management processes
• Acquire skills in formulating and implementing security requirements and objectives

Educational approach

• This training combines theoretical knowledge with practical application
• Lectures are supplemented with real-world examples to illustrate key concepts
• Practical exercises based on case studies are included to enhance learning
• Review exercises are provided to help prepare for the exam
• A practice test similar to the certification exam is conducted

General Information

• Certification fees are included in the exam price
• Participants will receive training materials containing over 500 pages of information and practical examples
• A participation certificate with 31 CPD (Continuing Professional Development) credits will be issued to participants
• In case of exam failure, you have the option to retake the exam within 12 months at no additional cost

Audience

All staff who require a working knowledge of Compliance and Risk Management

Format of the Course

The course combines:

• Facilitated Discussions
• Slide Presentations
• Case Studies
• Practical Examples

Course Objectives

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

• Understand the key aspects of Compliance and the national and international efforts aimed at managing associated risks
• Define how a company and its employees can establish a Compliance Risk Management Framework
• Explain the roles of the Compliance Officer and Money Laundering Reporting Officer and their integration into business operations
• Gain insight into other critical areas of Financial Crime, particularly in relation to International Business, Offshore Centres, and High-Net-Worth Clients

Open Source Software (OSS) Management is the practice of overseeing the lifecycle of open-source components within an organization, ensuring their use is secure, compliant, and efficient.

This instructor-led, live training (online or on-site) is aimed at intermediate-level IT professionals who wish to implement best practices for managing open-source software in enterprise and government settings.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Establish effective policies and governance frameworks for OSS.
• Utilize SBOM and SCA tools to identify, track, and manage open-source dependencies.
• Mitigate risks related to licensing and security vulnerabilities.
• Streamline the adoption of OSS while maximizing innovation and cost savings.

Format of the Course

• Interactive lectures and discussions.
• Case studies and scenario-based exercises.
• Practical demonstrations with OSS management tools.

Course Customization Options

• This course can be tailored to align with specific organizational OSS policies and toolchains. Please contact us to arrange customization.

This instructor-led, live Payment Card Industry Professional training in Slovakia (online or onsite) provides an individual qualification for industry practitioners who wish to demonstrate their professional expertise and understanding of the PCI Data Security Standard (PCI DSS).

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand the payment process and the PCI standards designed to protect it.
• Understand the roles and responsibilities for entities involved in the payment industry.
• Have deep insight into, and understanding of, the 12 PCI DSS requirements.
• Demonstrate knowledge of PCI DSS and how it applies to organizations that are involved in the transaction process.

The governance of any enterprise is only as strong as its board of directors, and that board's effectiveness hinges on the capabilities of its chairman. However, the role of board leadership is not only the most critical for ensuring board efficiency but also the one that receives the least training and support. Board leaders and chief executives frequently clash over power. This article delves into the secrets of the world’s top board leaders, sharing the insider strategies and tactics that seasoned board professionals have honed over the years.