Singapore University of Social Sciences

Breach of ethical integrity has proven to be a sudden and devastating crisis that can break organisations that were once flag bearers. Ethical Compliance is a critical area that needs to be addressed through active mechanisms and infused into the organisation’s DNA. This course addresses the critical importance of ethical compliance in financial institutions. It aims to provide participants with a fundamental understanding of compliance's pivotal role in various financial sectors, including banking, insurance, and investment. The curriculum covers key aspects such as the role of compliance within financial institutions, regulatory environments, compliance risks, Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Anti-Bribery and Corruption (ABC), Counter-Terrorist Finance (CTF) as well as the significance of effective control mechanisms. Participants will gain insights into conducting client due diligence (CDD) reviews and acquire the skills necessary for managing ethical compliance challenges. The course covers the ethical compliance, including topics like fraud, bribery, corruption, and conflict of interest. Participants will learn how to prevent, detect, correct, and investigate incidents related to business ethical compliance, ultimately equipping them with the knowledge and tools to ensure the integrity and security of financial industries.