Anti-Money Laundering

Course Overview

Money-Laundering is a major criminal problem, worldwide. This course starts by defining money- laundering and describing the 'regulated sector' as defined by the Proceeds of Crime Act. The course discusses a number of money-laundering offences, including tax evasion, theft, fraud, bribery and the financing of terrorism.

About This Course

Money-Laundering is a major criminal problem, worldwide. This course starts by defining money- laundering and describing the 'regulated sector' as defined by the Proceeds of Crime Act. The course discusses a number of money-laundering offences, including tax evasion, theft, fraud, bribery and the financing of terrorism.

You'll learn about some of the 'red flags' which could indicate illegal activity, and the connections between money-laundering and certain financial institutions. You'll see how the regulated sector combats money-laundering through compliance, due diligence, and record-keeping. Finally, the course examines the internal controls and monitoring used by companies to fight against money-laundering, including policy statements, effective reporting systems, and staff responsibilities.

Learning Objectives

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

• Identify the key pieces of legislation in regard to money laundering and its relation to other offences.
• Define the term Money laundering, what leads to it and the effect it has on others, the business and economy.
• Understand the concept of due diligence and the regulations that is applied and the regulators that can be consulted.
• Evaluate internal controls to help reduce and monitor activities that lead to money laundering.
• Remember employee responsibilities in applying internal control, recognise the signs of money laundering and reporting concerns.

Who Is This Course For?

This course is suitable for anyone working in an organisation that handles large amounts of money. It can also be used as an introduction to the subject for those working or planning to work in a regulated sector.

Using this Anti-Money Laundering course in Ireland

This online business skills course can support Irish employers who want consistent, accessible development for employees, supervisors and managers who need structured workplace development. It is useful for induction, refresher learning, manager development, team training or a documented learning pathway without arranging a classroom session.

The course should be matched to the person's role, the organisation's policies and the practical behaviours expected after training. Online learning works best when managers follow up with clear expectations, coaching and opportunities to apply the learning at work.

Phoenix STS presents this online course with the course information PDF and sample certificate available on this page, so employers can review the content and completion evidence before assigning it to staff.

Course information PDF

View or download the course information PDF before enrolling. It summarises the course content, expected duration and assessment information.

Sample certificate

View or download a sample certificate for this online course. The final certificate is issued through the online course platform after the learner successfully completes the course and assessment.

Frequently asked questions

Who is the Anti-Money Laundering course suitable for?

It is suitable for employees, supervisors and managers who need structured workplace development. Employers should choose it where the topic fits a real workplace need, development plan or role expectation.

How should employers use this course?

Use it as part of a clear training plan. The strongest results come when the learner knows why they are completing the course, what needs to change afterwards and how the manager will follow up.

What evidence is available?

The learner receives completion evidence through the online course platform after successful completion. The course information PDF and sample certificate on this page allow managers to review the expected evidence before enrolment.

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