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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.

Learning Objectives

The COBIT 2019 Foundation course serves as an introductory guide to the COBIT 2019 framework. It equips learners with the knowledge to leverage an integrated business framework for the governance and management of enterprise IT, thereby achieving IT-business alignment, reducing costs, and enhancing productivity. The course curriculum addresses the following key areas:

• Introduction to the new framework
• Essential concepts and terminology
• Principles of governance and framework application
• Structure and components of a governance system
• Objectives for governance and management
• Strategies for performance management
• Methods for designing a customized governance system

This instructor-led, live training in Slovakia (offered online or onsite) is tailored for compliance professionals in the payment services industry who wish to develop, implement, and enforce a compliance program within their organizations.

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 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

This instructor-led, live training in Slovakia (online or onsite) is designed for intermediate-level cybersecurity professionals who want 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 offers an expert-level introduction to the recently enacted Accessibility Law, empowering developers with the practical skills needed to design, develop, and maintain fully accessible applications. Beginning with a contextual discussion on the importance and implications of the law, the curriculum quickly transitions to hands-on coding practices, tools, and testing techniques to ensure compliance and inclusivity for users with disabilities.

Course Objective:

Ensure that participants develop a solid foundation in GRC processes and capabilities, along with the necessary skills to effectively integrate governance, performance management, risk management, internal control, and compliance activities.

Course Overview:

• Key GRC terminology and definitions
• Core principles of GRC
• Essential components, practices, and activities
• Integration of GRC with related disciplines

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.

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.