Short Courses For The Financial Crime Professional

About the role

In response to the current climate, this curated list highlights low-cost and free courses to help professionals upskill in financial crime, compliance, and related fields. These opportunities are ideal for those looking to enhance their knowledge or refresh their resume without a significant financial investment.

• ACAMS Fighting Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking certificate

  Developed in partnership with the Liechtenstein Initiative for Finance Against Slavery and Trafficking (FAST Initiative), this free online training raises awareness about the financial footprints of modern slavery and human trafficking. It provides a framework to mitigate and remedy these risks.

• Financial Crime Investigation and Report Writing

  This course offers nearly 7.5 hours of content focused on investigative best practices and communicating results through well-written reports. It also covers best practices for presenting findings to an audience.

• Financial Crime Essentials

  With 17.5 hours of content, this course covers a wide range of financial crime types, including AML, fraud, bribery, and corruption.

• Global Crime and Justice certificate (Wilfrid Laurier University)

  Jointly developed with the UNODC, this certificate provides online interactive courses introducing key global challenges to lawfulness as designated by the UNODC.

• UN Global Compact Anti-Corruption Certificate

  This certificate training program, offered by the Canadian network of the United Nations Global Compact, includes 13 online sessions led by industry experts. It teaches how to develop an anti-corruption program from start to finish, addressing reputational risks and stakeholder interests.

• Regulatory Compliance (UPenn - Coursera)

  This specialization introduces the essential elements of effective organizational compliance, including risk assessment, compliance program components, privacy compliance, and anti-corruption strategies. It is applicable to a wide range of organizations, from private companies to non-profits.

• Global and Domestic Terrorism

  This course explores the nature and causes of modern terrorism, drawing on the latest research to develop a broad understanding of terrorism as a complex social phenomenon and global security challenge.

• ACAMS Webinars

  While most ACAMS webinars are paid, there are several free offerings available.

• Toronto Compliance and AML Events

  This group hosts free webinars on a range of topics from Canada’s premier AML and financial crime talent. These events are open to all, not just those in Toronto.