AGRC Certificate in Compliance
Overview
The AGRC Certificate in Compliance equips professionals with the knowledge and practical skills to manage compliance effectively within the financial services sector. This self-paced online course is ideal for compliance officers, risk managers, auditors, and professionals looking to enhance their expertise in regulatory frameworks. Participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of compliance principles, regulatory requirements, and practical techniques to implement robust compliance programmes that support ethical conduct and mitigate organisational risks.
Throughout this programme, you will explore the key components of compliance management. You will learn how to identify and assess risks, develop effective internal controls, and ensure adherence to regulatory requirements. The course covers international compliance standards, including the COSO Compliance Framework and guidance from the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA). Additionally, participants will study real-world case studies, enabling them to apply compliance principles effectively in day-to-day operations. The programme also highlights the importance of fostering a culture of integrity, accountability, and transparency across all organisational levels.
This certificate is perfect for professionals seeking to advance their careers in compliance, risk management, or governance roles. It is particularly beneficial for compliance officers, auditors, legal advisors, and financial services professionals. Moreover, individuals aspiring to become certified professionals within the fastest-growing GRC association will find this course invaluable. No prior experience is required, although familiarity with financial services and corporate governance concepts is advantageous.
Enrol in the AGRC Certificate in Compliance to gain practical skills, boost your professional credentials, and take a leading role in fostering compliance excellence within your organisation.
Download The Syllabus
Throughout this programme, you will explore the key components of compliance management. You will learn how to identify and assess risks, develop effective internal controls, and ensure adherence to regulatory requirements. The course covers international compliance standards, including the COSO Compliance Framework and guidance from the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA). Additionally, participants will study real-world case studies, enabling them to apply compliance principles effectively in day-to-day operations. The programme also highlights the importance of fostering a culture of integrity, accountability, and transparency across all organisational levels.
This certificate is perfect for professionals seeking to advance their careers in compliance, risk management, or governance roles. It is particularly beneficial for compliance officers, auditors, legal advisors, and financial services professionals. Moreover, individuals aspiring to become certified professionals within the fastest-growing GRC association will find this course invaluable. No prior experience is required, although familiarity with financial services and corporate governance concepts is advantageous.
Enrol in the AGRC Certificate in Compliance to gain practical skills, boost your professional credentials, and take a leading role in fostering compliance excellence within your organisation.
Download The Syllabus
Topics Covered
Compliance
- Compliance programs and perspectives
- Why do we need compliance?
International Regulatory Drivers & Controls
- What is regulation and what is it designed to achieve?
- Market forces
- Regulation put in practice
Compliance in Practice
- The roles of the Compliance department, Chief Compliance Office (CCO) and Board of Directors
- Key compliance activities, processes and relationships
Ethics, Compliance & Governance Perspectives
Other Key Compliance Areas
- Anti-money laundering (AML)
- Financial crime prevention
- Risk management
- Enforcement
What's Included
15-20 hours of self-paced, online, and interactive learning, including analysis of practical case studies
The AGRC study handbook
Practice questions and a final mock exam
Free AGRC membership for one (1) year
Online exam with two attempts to pass
AGRC certificate and use of the PAGRC designation upon successful completion
I was looking for a compliance certificate to enhance my credentials, but most importantly, to learn the foundations of compliance. I researched many organizations and compliance programs. I found the AGRC program, and ultimately chose them for my certification. I am very pleased that I did! The program was cost effective, but much more importantly, it was comprehensive and rigorous. It covered the background of compliance, the rationale behind compliance and compliance programs, as well as the regulatory framework and the rules themselves. It was global in nature. It covered similarities and differences in approach to compliance in Africa, Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and the UK and USA. The information was thorough but well organized. The program and testing was practical and immediately applicable to my work. It provided just the foundation that I needed to act as Chief Compliance Officer for my firm.
Erich Schwerd | J.D./M.B.A, CEO, CCO | Lead Financial Advisor | CIGX LLC | USA
Completing AGRC’s Compliance Certificate helped me gain a good overall knowledge in Governance, Risk and Compliance fields and paved the way for new insights. AGRC provided me with deep knowledge of regulatory insights, and a better understanding of the needs of risk assessments and the importance of continuous monitoring. It has helped me to discover new strategies and apply them in daily activities in the organisation and provides a clear roadmap of a set of guiding principles.
Dimitra Anagnostopoulou, LLB,MBA | Compliance Officer Sanctions | AML/CTF Expertise | Greece
Target Audience
This certificate is ideal for professionals working in or aspiring to work in compliance across various industries, including banking, insurance, and financial services. It’s also perfect for new graduates seeking to enter a trending sector and employees involved in risk functions and auditing.
No previous knowledge or experience is required although it is assumed that those interested have good knowledge of English and a strong educational background.
Exam Details
60 minutes long
40 multiple-choice questions (50 only for Risk Management and Financial Crime Prevention for Cryptocurrencies)
70/100 pass mark
Results appear directly once you submit all of your answers.
Certificate is issued in PDF and sent by email within 48 hours.
Please keep in mind that if you do not complete your training programme and book your exam within the 3-month period, you will have to pay £150 to take the exam and for any additional attempt thereafter.
Pick Your Subject
Your options include AML, KYC/CDD, Compliance, Risk Management,
Corporate Governance, ESG & Sanctions.
Book Your Training Programme
Our e-learning bundles include the study handbook, text & video-based materials, two chances to pass the exam & one year of membership to AGRC.
Study & Take Your Exam
Complete the training programme,
book & pass your exam & become AGRC Certified.
Frequently Asked Questions
Upon registration you will attain immediate access to all study materials and self-paced eLearning lectures.
Yes, for each AGRC package you will receive the study guide and the exam (two attempts). You will also receive a structured, guided e-learning package that includes video lectures, case studies, and much more that will allow you to study at your own time and better prepare for the exam.
Yes, each AGRC Certificate is designed to be a fully self-paced, online programme, accessible with any device, 24/7, from anywhere in the world.
The AGRC study guide contains a full mock exam with 40 practice questions for your reference. The online study material online includes additional practice questions that will enable you to engage better with the content and get the most out of your reading.
You attain access to the exam upon the completion of the course. The exam is conveniently taken remotely from your own PC or laptop. You do not need to travel to an examination centre to sit your final test. Rather, you can take the exam at your own convenience, at any time from the comfort of your home or office. All you have to do is email info@agrc.org with your name, email address, and AGRC certificate of choice, and AGRC will send you instructions on how to access the exam.
The AGRC exam consist of 40 MCQs (50 MCQs in the case of the Risk Management Certificate) for the completion and award of the AGRC Certificate of your choice. The pass mark is 70% and two attempts are permitted. The time allowed for the exam is 60 minutes.
We recommended a total of 15 to 25 learning hours. As it is a fully self-paced course, you are expected to define a suitable pace yourself. However, most of our students tend to complete their training in under three (3) months.
The AGRC study guide, the self-paced online interactive course that includes the analysis of practical case studies, a set of mock practice questions to help you prepare for the exam, one (1) year of free AGRC membership, and two (2) attempts to pass the online exam. Upon passing the exam, you will attain the AGRC Certificate of your choice.
AGRC Certificates have been designed for professionals looking to build a career in governance, risk and compliance, including working in functions that focus on AML, financial crime prevention, risk management, customer onboarding and more. No previous knowledge or experience is required although it is assumed that those interested have good knowledge of English and a strong educational background.
This Certificate has been developed by the Association of Governance, Risk and Compliance (AGRC) and is accredited by the London Institute of Banking & Finance (LIBF). The syllabus is verified by external subject matter experts and may be accredited by financial regulators and professional bodies for between 15 and 25 CPD units in the topic it covers.
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