The Association of Governance, Risk and Compliance (AGRC)

Diploma in Financial Crime Prevention

Overview

The Diploma in Financial Crime Prevention equips professionals with the knowledge and practical skills to combat financial crime effectively. This comprehensive programme combines four accredited certificates in Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Know Your Customer (KYC) & Customer Due Diligence (CDD), Compliance, and Sanctions Compliance, all accredited by the London Institute of Banking and Finance (LIBF). You can complete the diploma entirely online at your own pace, advancing your expertise while balancing professional and personal commitments.

Throughout this programme, you will gain a solid understanding of processes and regulatory frameworks used to prevent financial crime. You will learn how to identify and respond to money laundering attempts, implement effective KYC and CDD procedures, and maintain compliance with international and local standards. The course also covers sanctions compliance, helping you understand global regulations and the steps financial institutions must take to avoid breaches. Real-world examples and case studies provide practical insights that you can apply immediately in your workplace.

This diploma is ideal for compliance officers, AML specialists, risk managers, financial analysts, and other professionals working in banking, insurance, and financial services. It also benefits individuals seeking career advancement in governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) roles. No prior certification is required, although familiarity with financial services and regulatory concepts is advantageous.

By completing the Diploma in Financial Crime Prevention, you will demonstrate expertise across AML, KYC & CDD, compliance, and sanctions compliance. You will strengthen your organisation’s compliance and risk management frameworks and enhance your professional credibility. Moreover, you will acquire practical skills to prevent and mitigate financial crime, contributing to the safety and integrity of your organisation.

Enrol in the Diploma in Financial Crime Prevention to gain comprehensive skills, elevate your professional credentials, and become a confident guardian against financial crime.

For more detailed learning, participants can explore each component certificate individually, including the AGRC Certificate in AML, AGRC Certificate in KYC & CDD, AGRC Certificate in Compliance, and AGRC Certificate in Sanctions Compliance, which provide deeper insights into specific areas of financial crime prevention

Topics Covered

Certificate in Anti-Money Laundering | Download Syllabus

Certificate in Know Your Client & Customer Due Diligence | Download Syllabus

Certificate in Compliance | Download Syllabus

Certificate in Sanctions Compliance | Download Syllabus

 

What's Included

60+ hours of self-paced, online, and interactive learning, including analysis of practical case studies

Practice questions and final mock exams

The AGRC study handbooks

Free AGRC membership for one (1) year

Online exams with two attempts to pass each

AGRC certificate and use of the PAGRC designation upon successful completion

The mission statement says it all “to drive excellence in governance, risk, and compliance by promoting ethical decision-making, integrity, and continuous professional development”. I chose AGRC because of its reputation for providing practical, globally relevant training tailored to today’s GRC challenges. The curriculum being comprehensive and forward-thinking, combining theoretical grounding with real-world applications as well AGRC’s inclusivity made it a choice for me.

Kingsley (Ozor) Ngwuegbu | Fraud & Financial Crime Investigator | Monzo Bank Ltd | UK

 

I wanted to find courses which would refresh my skills and provide me with new ones, and the AGRC Certificates were exactly what I was looking for. The content was incredibly well-structured, easy to follow, and highly relevant to my goals, and I felt the real-world examples helped me to understand some of the complexities. There are some real benefits to completing all seven certifications as the interrelationships of the learning material in each course really helps to embed the information. Overall, these courses have been a valuable learning experience, and I recommend them to anyone looking to deepen their knowledge and enhance their abilities in these areas.

Lee-Anne McCready-Foreman | Chief Risk & Compliance Officer | No1 CopperPot Credit Union | UK

Target Audience

  • Financial crime prevention professionals seeking to enhance their expertise.
  • Compliance officers aiming to deepen their understanding of AML, KYC, and sanctions compliance.
  • Risk management specialists focusing on preventing financial crime.
  • Financial services professionals wanting to stay updated with industry best practices.
  • AML and KYC analysts looking to advance their careers.
  • Aspiring leaders in the financial sector who aim to drive effective financial crime prevention initiatives.

 

Exam Details

Four exams total, one per Certificate

Each exam is 60 minutes long

40 or 50 multiple-choice questions

70/100 pass mark

Results appear directly once you submit all of your answers

Certificates are issued in PDF and sent by email within 48 hours

Please keep in mind that if you do not complete your training programmes and book your exams within the 3-month period, you will have to pay £150 to take the exam and for any additional attempt thereafter.

How to Get Certified

Pick Your Diploma

Your options include Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) Financial Crime Prevention.

Book Your Training Programme

Our e-learning bundles include the study handbook, text & video-based materials, two chances to pass the exams & one year of membership to AGRC.

Study & Take Your Exams

Complete the training programme, book & pass your exams & 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.

To register for this course, click on ”Add to Cart” above and follow the instructions to pay online. If you wish to receive an invoice instead of paying online, please contact us.

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