Anti-Money Laundering/Combating the Financing of Terrorism (AML/CFT) Risk-based Supervision of Financial Institutions

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Start date	End date	Location	Delivery Method	Session No.	Primary & (Interpretation) language	Apply
May 1, 2026	April 15, 2027	Course conducted online	Online Training	OL 26.113	English	Apply online by April 1, 2027

The course is designed to highlight the key and core building blocks of a risk-based regulation and supervision framework of off- and on-site activities for supervisory authorities.
It discusses the risk-based approach to AML/CFT regulation and supervision as applied to financial institutions subject to the Core Principles.
It takes into account the importance of developing robust and effective risk-based supervisory frameworks in line with the international standards for the banking, securities, and insurance sectors.
Topic: Financial Sector Issues

Officials from ministry of finance or equivalent body.
Financial intelligence units (FIUs).
Central banks.
Supervisory bodies.
Public-sector audit bodies.
Officials who can benefit from a deeper understanding on how to develop and implement a risk-based approach to AML/CFT supervision of financial institutions.

Participants are expected to have at least three to five years of experience in the implementation of a risk-based approach for AML/CFT supervision of financial institutions subject to the Core Principles.

Understand the necessary legal and regulatory framework critical for AML/CFT risk-based supervision.
Identify higher risk areas based on the risk factors (i.e., customers, products/services, geographical areas, and delivery channels).
Develop appropriate risk-based supervisory methodologies, tools, systems, and processes for regulated entities or sectors.
Formulate appropriate supervisory strategies, plans, and approaches based on the results of risk assessments.
Allocate supervisory resources based on risks identified.