Professional Diploma in Anti-Money Laundering-Online Course

Professional Diploma in Anti-Money Laundering

Credit Value: Professional Diploma | Duration: 10 Weeks

Our Professional Diploma in Anti-Money Laundering is designed to provide learners with a comprehensive understanding of anti-money laundering (AML) and counter-terrorist financing (CTF) regulation, compliance obligations, and risk management practices. This industry-focused programme equips participants with the practical knowledge and regulatory awareness required to identify, prevent, and manage money laundering and terrorist financing risks within organisations.

Learners will explore key areas including AML legislation, customer due diligence, suspicious transaction reporting, transaction monitoring, beneficial ownership requirements, fraud awareness, corporate governance, and regulatory enforcement. The programme combines legal and regulatory theory with practical compliance applications, enabling participants to understand and implement AML frameworks effectively.

This programme is suitable for compliance professionals, financial services personnel, legal practitioners, risk management professionals, Money Laundering Reporting Officers (MLROs), and individuals seeking to develop specialist expertise in AML compliance.

The programme is recognised for Continuing Professional Development (CPD) purposes by the Institute of Banking and LIA.

Learning Modes

Live Online

Delivered through live online lectures with real-time instructor interaction and access to associated learning materials.

• 1 evening per week (6:30 PM – 9:30 PM)
• Delivered over 10 weeks
• Lectures recorded for review

Fees: €895

Payment Options:
• Instalment Plan Available

On Demand

Delivered through pre-recorded lectures and online learning materials, allowing learners to study at their own pace.

• Start anytime
• Flexible self-paced learning
• Access for 12 weeks
• Assignment submission within 12–13 weeks

Fees: €795

Payment Options:
• Instalment Plan Available

Qualification

Professional Diploma in Anti-Money Laundering

Course Structure

This programme provides a practical and comprehensive examination of anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing regulations. Through a combination of lectures, case studies, regulatory analysis, and practical examples, learners will develop an understanding of the legal obligations imposed on organisations and designated persons under AML legislation.

The programme focuses on the practical implementation of AML compliance frameworks, enabling learners to understand regulatory expectations, identify risks, implement controls, and respond appropriately to suspicious activity.

Course content is reviewed regularly and may be updated in line with legislative developments, regulatory requirements, and industry standards.

Modules

Week 1 – Introduction to Anti-Money Laundering & Terrorist Financing

• History and development of AML regulations
• Understanding money laundering and terrorist financing
• Global AML initiatives and international standards
• The importance of AML compliance

Week 2 – AML & Counter-Terrorist Financing Legislation

• EU Anti-Money Laundering Directives
• Irish AML legislation
• Regulatory obligations and compliance frameworks
• Enforcement authorities and supervisory bodies

Week 3 – Designated Persons & Regulatory Responsibilities

• Who qualifies as a designated person?
• Legal obligations under AML legislation
• Responsibilities of organisations and individuals
• Compliance expectations and accountability

Week 4 – The Risk-Based Approach

• Understanding risk-based compliance
• Identifying and assessing AML risks
• Enterprise-wide risk assessments
• Risk mitigation strategies

Week 5 – Customer Due Diligence (CDD)

• Customer identification and verification
• Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD)
• Politically Exposed Persons (PEPs)
• Ongoing monitoring obligations

Week 6 – Suspicious Transaction Reporting & Monitoring

• Reporting suspicious transactions
• Internal reporting procedures
• Transaction monitoring systems
• Detecting unusual and high-risk activity

Week 7 – Record Keeping & Beneficial Ownership

• AML record-keeping requirements
• Beneficial ownership registers
• Transparency obligations
• Regulatory expectations for documentation

Week 8 – Fraud Awareness & AML Controls

• Types of fraud and financial crime
• Relationship between fraud and money laundering
• Fraud prevention measures
• Practical case studies and examples

Week 9 – AML Training, Governance & Data Protection

• AML training obligations
• Corporate governance and compliance culture
• Whistleblowing frameworks
• Data protection considerations within AML compliance

Week 10 – Enforcement, Civil Liability & Case Studies

• Regulatory investigations and enforcement actions
• Penalties and sanctions for non-compliance
• Civil liability considerations
• AML case studies and practical application

Assessment

Assessment is designed to evaluate both theoretical understanding and practical application.

• Written Assignment

A pass grade in the written assignment is required for the award of the Professional Diploma.

Entry Requirements

Applicants should meet one of the following:

• Professionals working in banks, credit unions, and financial institutions
• Insurance and financial services personnel
• Compliance and regulatory professionals
• Risk management professionals
• Money Laundering Reporting Officers (MLROs)
• Legal practitioners with an interest in AML regulation
• Individuals seeking to develop specialist AML knowledge

No prior legal or compliance qualification is required.

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this programme, learners will be able to:

• Understand the principles and objectives of AML and CTF regulation
• Interpret key EU and Irish AML legislation
• Apply risk-based approaches to AML compliance
• Conduct customer due diligence and enhanced due diligence procedures
• Understand suspicious transaction reporting requirements
• Implement effective transaction monitoring controls
• Understand beneficial ownership and transparency obligations
• Recognise fraud risks and their relationship to money laundering
• Evaluate corporate governance and compliance frameworks
• Understand regulatory enforcement mechanisms and compliance expectations

Career & Professional Development Opportunities

This programme supports professional development for those working in:

• Anti-Money Laundering Compliance
• Financial Services
• Banking & Credit Institutions
• Insurance & Financial Advisory Services
• Risk Management
• Regulatory Compliance
• Corporate Governance
• Legal & Professional Services

The qualification is recognised for CPD purposes by the Institute of Banking and LIA and supports career progression within compliance, risk, governance, and regulatory functions.

Why Choose This Course?

✔️ Comprehensive introduction to Anti-Money Laundering regulation
✔️ Covers both Irish and EU AML legislation
✔️ Learn from experienced AML and regulatory professionals
✔️ Flexible live online and on-demand study options
✔️ Develop practical compliance and risk management skills
✔️ Explore customer due diligence, monitoring, and reporting requirements
✔️ CPD recognised by the Institute of Banking and LIA
✔️ Suitable for compliance, banking, legal, and risk professionals

Location & Start Date

Start Date: Thursday, 24th September 2026

Learning Modes Available:
• Live Online
• On Demand

Duration:
• 10 Weeks
• 1 Evening per Week (Live Online)
• 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM