Governance, Risk Management & Compliance (GRC) Fundamentals Training Course

Global efforts to combat money laundering place a significant emphasis on coordinated international standards. Compliance officers, AML Officers, MLROs, KYC analysts, Auditors, and Managers must 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 operating within the regulated financial services sector, are mandated to appoint a Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO).

This practical course provides essential knowledge and targeted guidance on implementing AML compliance within your organization, with particular focus on the regulatory landscape in Malta.

Description:

Basel III represents a global regulatory framework concerning bank capital adequacy, stress testing, and market liquidity risk. Originally established by the Basel Committee on Banking Supervision in 2010–2011, the implementation timeline for the Accord has been extended to March 31, 2019. This framework enhances bank capital requirements by boosting liquidity and reducing leverage. Unlike Basel I and II, Basel III mandates distinct reserve levels for various deposit types and borrowing categories, working in conjunction with rather than replacing its predecessors. Navigating this complex and evolving regulatory landscape can be challenging; our comprehensive course and training program are designed to help you anticipate changes and manage their impact on your institution. As an accredited training partner of the Basel Certification Institute, we guarantee that our educational materials and training quality are current, effective, and highly suitable.

Objectives:

• Prepare participants for the Certified Basel Professional Examination.
• Define practical strategies and techniques for defining, measuring, analyzing, improving, and controlling operational risk within banking organizations.

Target Audience:

• Board members with risk-related 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:

• Introduction to Basel norms and amendments to the Basel Accord (III)
• Regulations covering market, credit, counterparty, and liquidity risk
• Stress testing methodologies for various risk measures, including formulation and delivery
• The anticipated impact of Basel III on the international banking industry, featuring practical application demonstrations
• The rationale behind the new Basel Norms
• Overview of the Basel III Norms
• Objectives of the Basel III Norms
• Basel III Timeline

Global turmoil, business disruptions and pandemics have not only turned business standards upside down, but forcibly reshaped how boards govern those organizations. Here is what directors must know today to be effective. Best-practice tips and tools (meetings, info, agendas, committees, structure, etc.) that boards around the world use to do a better job, with less effort, leaving more time for high-value boardwork.

This instructor-led, live training in Slovakia (online or in-person) is designed for 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 intensive four-day CGEIT training course serves as comprehensive preparation for the examination, designed to equip you with the skills necessary to successfully pass the challenging CGEIT exam on your first try.
The CGEIT qualification is an internationally acclaimed symbol of excellence in IT governance, awarded by ISACA. It is tailored for professionals who manage IT governance or hold significant advisory or assurance responsibilities in this domain.
Earning CGEIT status enhances your market recognition and increases your influence at the executive level.

Objectives:

This seminar aims to prepare delegates for the CGEIT examination by supplementing their existing knowledge and understanding, enabling them to meet the standards defined by ISACA and better prepare to pass the exam.

Target Audience:

Our training course is intended for IT and business professionals with substantial IT governance experience who are preparing for the CGEIT exam.

This instructor-led, live training in Ottawa but can be delivered, it is aimed at managers and leaders who wish to strengthen their ability to lead difficult conversations with clarity, confidence, and accountability.

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

• Structure high-impact conversations
• Address tension and misalignment constructively
• Improve team trust and accountability
• Lead with clarity under pressure

The "Leadership for Directors and Board Members" course is tailored to enhance the leadership and governance competencies of directors and board members.

This instructor-led, live training session (available online or on-site) targets directors, executives, and board members who aim to develop effective leadership, governance, and decision-making skills at the board level.

Upon completing this training, participants will be able to:

• Comprehend the legal, ethical, and strategic duties of directors and board members.
• Implement good governance principles to enhance organizational performance.
• Promote effective communication and collaboration within the boardroom.
• Handle crises and manage risks at the executive level.

Course Format

• Interactive lectures and facilitated discussions.
• Case studies and role-playing exercises.
• Group activities and scenario-based analysis.

Course Customization Options

• To arrange a customized training for this course, please contact us.

This instructor-led, live training in Slovakia (online or onsite) is aimed at intermediate-level to advanced-level board members and directors who wish to enhance their leadership, governance, and decision-making skills.

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

• Understand the key responsibilities and legal duties of a director.
• Develop effective governance structures and boardroom dynamics.
• Enhance strategic decision-making and risk management capabilities.
• Improve communication, leadership, and ethical decision-making at the board level.

This instructor-led, live training in Slovakia (online or onsite) is aimed at managers, supervisors, and technical professionals transitioning into leadership roles who wish to use structured leadership frameworks and communication tools to strengthen authority, delegation, and team performance in growing organizations.

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

• Define and apply clear leadership authority and accountability within their scope.
• Delegate tasks and outcomes effectively while maintaining performance oversight.
• Conduct structured, direct, and constructive performance conversations.
• Communicate expectations clearly to improve engagement and cross-functional alignment.

This instructor-led, live training in Slovakia (online or onsite) is designed for intermediate professionals aiming to develop a systematic approach to identifying, analyzing, and resolving problems through RCA methodologies.

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

• Understand essential concepts of RCA and continuous improvement cycles.
• Apply different RCA tools to identify the root cause of problems.
• Develop and implement effective problem-solving strategies.
• Integrate RCA into organizational improvement and prevention efforts.

The primary objective of this program is to shift the audit process from a reactive approach focused on "finding" faults to a proactive strategy centered on "prevention." By mastering Root Cause Analysis, the Internal Audit team will specifically target the elimination of recurring findings. This ensures that once a weakness is identified, the resulting recommendations provide a permanent solution, thereby protecting the company's operational efficiency and financial integrity.

Failing to implement structured RCA creates a high-risk environment:

• Financial Erosion: Unresolved root causes within financial processes result in cumulative losses that increase over time.
• Resource Wastage: Auditors spend 40% more time re-auditing the same failed controls rather than focusing on new strategic risks.
• Diminished Authority: Continuously reporting the same issues undermines the Audit Division's influence with senior management and auditees.

This instructor-led, live training session in Slovakia (online or on-site) targets intermediate-level internal auditors seeking to improve their audit efficacy through the use of structured RCA techniques.

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

• Grasp RCA methodologies and their role in internal auditing.
• Identify and analyze the root causes of audit findings.
• Apply RCA tools such as the 5 Whys, Fishbone Diagram, and Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA).
• Develop corrective and preventive action plans based on RCA findings.
• Integrate RCA into the internal audit process to improve risk management.

This instructor-led, live training (online or onsite) is aimed at intermediate-level safety professionals and operational managers who wish to enhance their ability to investigate incidents, identify systemic weaknesses, and design effective corrective and preventive actions.

The quality of an organization's governance depends directly on its board of directors, which in turn relies on the effectiveness of its chairman. Despite this critical importance, the role of board leadership receives the least amount of training and support. Furthermore, board leaders and chief executives too often find themselves locked in power struggles. This program reveals the secrets used by the world's top board leaders, offering practical, real-world insights from experienced board professionals.

You might be aiming for your first seat on a board. Perhaps you have already secured a board role and need to prepare for your initial meeting. Or a company may wish to align its rising managers and diverse talents with the essential knowledge required for effective boardroom participation. This one-day program equips you with everything necessary to become capable, well-informed, and prepared for the moment you enter the boardroom.