Compliance (Consumer Banking)
 
   
  ICA Diploma in Compliance (Professional)
Consumer Banking, Fund Management, Insurance, Wealth Management and Wholesale Banking (in association with the University of Manchester Business School)

by International Compliance Association

 

Programme Synopsis

The Diploma in Compliance is a cutting-edge professional education programme. Attainment of the qualification is a recognized mark of excellence in compliance. It delivers what compliance professionals need to know in order to understand and better perform day-to-day compliance responsibilities as well as developing and advising firms on strategy, policies, practices and procedures to meet their own requirements. Those who complete the qualification find that performance in the workplace improves and opportunities for career progression are enhanced.

The Diploma modules include:

The Compliance Function
- Designing an internal compliance system
- Compliance risk
- Compliance and the business unit
The Regulatory Environment
Regulatory approaches, selected financial sector legislation, codes, etc. entities and related matters
The Financial Services industry and regulation of select products

 

Unique features
Courses are delivered by ICA – The FICS Lead Provider in Compliance appointed by IBF, MAS and WDA
Written and delivered by leading academics and experienced industry practitioners
Detailed course materials that can be used in the workplace
Aligned to the FICS certification requirements
Job Family and Sector Specific content
Variety of study options available
Extensive support and resource materials
Internationally recognised and accredited through the ICA quality assured education partnership with University of Manchester Business School
Provides a route to professional membership of the International Compliance Association

 

Trainer(s)
Taught by both international and Singapore-based tutors using a number of teaching methods, the learning methodology includes face-to-face lectures and practice-based workshops that incorporate discussions about current affairs and case studies. This approach is further enhanced with the cutting-edge e-learning platforms and tools for 24 / 7 tutor support.

 

Programme Details
Programme duration: 4 modules x 2 months of study
Programme length – 8 months
Intakes: Twice per annum in March and September
Class schedule: 3 x half day workshops per module
Evening and day format available
Venue: University of Manchester Business School / Suntec Convention Centre / MAS Theatrette

 

Programme Fees
Fees before FICS Funding: SGD 2,220.00 before GST
Fees after FICS Funding: SGD 222.00 before GST

 

Scope of Accreditation
The programme is accredited under Job Role IV. A person in this role would have the following job responsibilities:

• Responsible for performing a limited specialist and support role in a compliance function
• Assumes limited individual responsibility, personal accountability, decision-making authority and risk management skills
• Operates in an environment which is largely non-routine, unpredictable and complex work activities

For more information on the accreditation details, please click here

 

Who should attend?
Compliance Officers
Deputy Compliance Officers
Managers with responsibility for internal compliance controls
Risk Managers
Internal and External audit staff
Regulatory representatives
Accountants
Lawyers
Company Secretaries
Anyone who requires an in-depth knowledge of the compliance function and the part it plays in reducing risk

Eligibility criteria: Sound educational background e.g. degree or professional qualification in an appropriate discipline or three years' relevant work experience in the financial services industry.

 

Contact details
Contact: Mr Sam Gibbins, Business Development Executive
Contact No.: (65) 6500 0010
Email: enquiries@int-comp.org
  enquiries@int-comp.com
Website: www.int-comp.org
 
 


 
   
  ICA Diploma in Compliance (Specialist)
Consumer Banking, Fund Management, Insurance, Wealth Management and Wholesale Banking (in association with the University of Manchester Business School)

by International Compliance Association

 

Programme Synopsis

The Diploma in Compliance is a cutting-edge professional education programme. Attainment of the qualification is a recognized mark of excellence in compliance. It delivers what compliance professionals need to know in order to understand and better perform day-to-day compliance responsibilities as well as developing and advising firms on strategy, policies, practices and procedures to meet their own requirements. Those who complete the qualification find that performance in the workplace improves and opportunities for career progression are enhanced.

The Diploma modules include:

The Compliance Function
- Designing an internal compliance system
- Compliance risk
- Compliance and the business unit
The Regulatory Environment
Regulatory approaches, selected financial sector legislation, codes, etc. entities and related matters
The Financial Services industry and regulation of select products
Compliance and the business unit

 

Unique features
Courses are delivered by ICA – The FICS Lead Provider in Compliance appointed by IBF, MAS and WDA
Written and delivered by leading academics and experienced industry practitioners
Detailed course materials that can be used in the workplace
Aligned to the FICS certification requirements
Job Family and Sector Specific content
Variety of study options available
Extensive support and resource materials
Internationally recognised and accredited through the ICA quality assured education partnership with University of Manchester Business School
Provides a route to professional membership of the International Compliance Association

 

Trainer(s)
Taught by both international and Singapore-based tutors using a number of teaching methods, the learning methodology includes face-to-face lectures and practice-based workshops that incorporate discussions about current affairs and case studies. This approach is further enhanced with the cutting-edge e-learning platforms and tools for 24 / 7 tutor support.

 

Programme Details
Programme duration: 5 modules x 2 months of study
Programme length – 10 months
Intakes: Twice per annum in March and September
Class schedule: 3 x half day workshops per module
Evening and day format available
Venue: University of Manchester Business School / Suntec Convention Centre / MAS Theatrette

 

Programme Fees
Fees before FICS Funding: SGD 2,220.00 before GST
Fees after FICS Funding: SGD 222.00 before GST

 

Scope of Accreditation
The programme is accredited under Job Role V. A person in this role would have the following job responsibilities:

• Responsible for performing a broad specialist role in a compliance function
• Assumes limited supervisory oversight responsibilities for junior compliance officers
• Possesses a substantial degree of individual responsibility, personal accountability, decision-making authority and risk management skills
• Operates in an environment which is largely non-routine, unpredictable and complex work activities

For more information on the accreditation details, please click here

 

Who should attend?
Compliance Officers
Deputy Compliance Officers
Managers with responsibility for internal compliance controls
Risk Managers
Internal and External audit staff
Regulatory representatives
Accountants
Lawyers
Company Secretaries
Anyone who requires an in-depth knowledge of the compliance function and the part it plays in reducing risk

Eligibility criteria: Sound educational background e.g. degree or professional qualification in an appropriate discipline or three years' relevant work experience in the financial services industry.

 

Contact details
Contact: Mr Sam Gibbins, Business Development Executive
Contact No.: (65) 6500 0010
Email: enquiries@int-comp.org
  enquiries@int-comp.com
Website: www.int-comp.org
 
 


 
   
  ICA Graduate Diploma in Compliance - Leadership Programme
(in association with University of Manchester Business School)

by International Compliance Association

 

Programme Synopsis

The purpose of the Graduate Diploma in Compliance is to provide a training programme for individuals at a senior level in Compliance and Anti Money Laundering and is designed to provide them with the skills, knowledge and compliance expertise to operate at a leadership level. This will enable them to apply for Singapore FICP status at level VI whilst at the same time acquiring a post-graduate qualification.

The programme will consist of 8 Masterclasses on industry cutting-edge topics.

The training programme has a number of specific objectives, namely to:

•  Provide up-to-date discussion and analysis of cutting edge topics and issues affecting compliance professionals in Singapore;
•  Provide relationship building skills (business units, senior management, regulators, external parties);
•  Enhance leadership qualities;
•  Develop and design plans, policies and procedures;
•  Establish rapport with senior management;
•  Enhance understanding of complex and non-routine compliance issues;
•  Review, monitor and evaluate staff;
•  Establish, build and manage the relationship with the MAS;
•  Present and monitor reports to senior management;
•  Review trends and changes in the finance industry and its products. To build policy based upon changes and to understand the key operational factors to be considered during implementation of changes;
•  Develop, establish, review and approve the training regime of the organisation;
•  Provide strategic direction to the compliance staff and organisation on a range of financial, compliance and related issues.

 

Unique features
•  High level compliance leadership Masterclasses
•  Post-graduate level qualification awarded
•  Assessment by way of work-based interview
•  Preparation for Financial Industry Certified Professional (FICP)
•  Grants automatic Fellowship of the ICA (FICA)
•  Significant government funding to defray course fees
•  Grants Statement of Attainment (SOA) at FICS Job Role VI
•  Satisfies CPD (CPE) requirements for a number of professional bodies
•  Exemptions from degree/masters level modules on, e.g. BSc, MSc programmes at the University of Manchester Business School
•  Use of designation (titles) Grad Dip (Comp); FICA and, once experience requirements have been met, FICP status

 

Trainer(s)

The programme will be delivered by a mix of invited international speakers and ICA international faculty.

 

Programme Details
Programme duration: 6 x half day Masterclasses
  1 x half day work-based assessment
  1 x half day training programme for those not in possession of 5 x level V SOA's
   
Intake  
Class schedule: One Masterclass per month (see website)
   
Venue: University of Manchester Business School / Suntec Convention Centre / MAS Theatrette

 

Programme Fees

Fees (before funding): $6499 + GST (Full programme - 6 Masterclasses and Assessment)

Fees (after funding): $649.00 + GST

 

Scope of Accreditation
The programme is accredited under Job Role VI. A person in this role would have the following job responsibilities:

• Responsible for performing a diverse and often demanding specialist role in a compliance function
• Responsible to set the strategic direction for the compliance department, aligning the department objectives with overall corporate goals, managing the day-to-day compliance operations and managing compliance staff
• Assumes tactical and bottom line responsibility for the compliance department and administers and manages adherence to the compliance department budget
• Possesses a high degree of individual responsibility, personal accountability, decision-making authority and risk management skills
• Operates in an environment which is largely non-routine, unpredictable and complex work activities

For more information on the accreditation details, please click here

 

Who should attend?

Target group description & eligibility criteria:

The Graduate Diploma is open to:

1) Holders of the ICA Diploma in Compliance (Job Role V) or ICA Diploma in Anti Money Laundering (Job Role V)

2) Senior compliance practitioners (with about 8 years of experience) who work within a job role that requires senior compliance responsibilities (Level VI) or where you have the potential to be such a person and go through an ICA simulation programme.

 

Contact details
Contact: Mr Sam Gibbins, Business Development Executive
Contact No.: (65) 6500 0010
Email: enquiries@int-comp.org
  enquiries@int-comp.com
Website: www.int-comp.org
 
 


 
   
  The Bank Manager Programme - Module One: The Principles of Banking
by Swiss Asia Banking School (Asia) Pte Ltd

 

Programme Synopsis
An optimal risk/return management of a bank’s investment portfolio profile and services is the cornerstone of any success in banking. The Bank Manager Programme provides the full panorama of banking activities for participants starting their banking career. The goal of the training is to enable the participants with the essential KnowHow and DoHow of banking. The basis of the training is an integrated approach to banking. The Bank Manager Programme is grouped into 5 modules of which module 1 is FICS accredited.

Module 1 provides the participants with the big picture of banking, i.e. the essentials of banking economics, financial markets, macroeconomic developments and monetary policy, institutions, banking analytics as well as financial products (loans, equities, bonds, foreign exchange, derivatives).

Module 1: The Principles of Banking
- Part 1: Banking and Money
- Part 2: Customer Needs – Customer Relationship – Marketing
- Part 3: Valuation and Financial Products

 

Unique features
  1. Quality Learning: The Swiss Asia Banking School offers high-end expertise by integrating the cutting edge of Swiss and global banking management DoHow & KnowHow.
  2. Coached Learning: Students of the Swiss Asia Banking School will be coached throughout the programme – they never have to learn alone.
    Learning With The Experts: Swiss banking and finance experts with a strong track record in professional education at all levels are committed to passing on their extensive financial industry insights.
  3. Interactive Learning: The Swiss Asia Banking School is a centre of competence with an innovative, virtual learning platform combining video, web based training and teachers’ blog.
  4. Focussed Learning: The training approach focuses on the systematic integration of cutting edge Swiss as well as global banking management and science.

 

Trainer(s)
Dr. Rohith Delilkhan, Mr Benny Chan, Mr Roger Rissi, Mr Peter Bauer, Mr Clark Sweet, Mr Heinz Stieger, Mr Thomas Kis and Mr Benjamin Yap.

 

Programme Details

The Bank Manager Programme Module 1: The Principles of Banking has a duration of 5 days.

 

Programme Fees

The fee for The Bank Manager Programme Module 1: The Principles of Banking is SGD$5,500 (before FICS Funding).

 

Scope of Accreditation
The programme is accredited under Job Role IV. A person in this role would have the following job responsibilities:

• Responsible for performing a limited specialist and support role in a compliance function
• Assumes limited individual responsibility, personal accountability, decision-making authority and risk management skills
• Operates in an environment which is largely non-routine, unpredictable and complex work activities

For more information on the accreditation details, please click here

 

Who should attend?

The Bank Manager Programme Module 1: The Principles of Banking targets those who are currently working in a bank or financial institution, or those who are currently not in the banking and finance industry but who would like to pursue a career in this industry.

 

Contact details
Swiss Asia Banking School (Asia) Pte Ltd
5 Westbourne Road
#02-04 Blenheim Court
Singapore 138944

Tel: 6474 3176
Email: info@sa-bs.com