ABOUT
The Certified Compliance Manager (CCM) certification is a globally recognized credential in compliance and anti-money laundering (AML). Designed for professionals seeking expertise in regulatory compliance, financial crime prevention, and risk management, CCM provides practical, hands-on training through the “Know-How” concept. This certification equips individuals with the skills to enhance compliance frameworks, develop risk mitigation strategies, and lead AML initiatives, making them highly competitive in the industry.
LEARNING OBJECTIVE
Upon completion of the CCM program, participants will gain proficiency in:
Comprehensive Knowledge of Compliance and AML
- Customer Onboarding and Know Your Customer (KYC)
- Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Counter-Terrorist Financing (CTF)
- Advanced AML Investigations
- International Sanctions and Embargoes
- Regulatory Compliance Management
- Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act (FATCA) & Common Reporting Standard (CRS)
Development of AML and Compliance Systems
- AML Risk Rating System
- Transaction Monitoring System (TMS)
- Case Management and Investigation Systems
- Name Screening and Sanctions Compliance System
- Regulatory Compliance Examination and Reporting System
- FATCA & CRS Reporting System
Practical Application Based on the “Know-How” Concept
- Building an effective onboarding process and Customer Due Diligence (CDD)
- Identifying high-risk customers and transactions efficiently
- Establishing a risk-based compliance and AML program as per Financial Action Task Force (FATF) recommendations
- Managing digital identity and standardized KYC practices
- Preparing comprehensive compliance reports for management and boards of directors
- Designing effective transaction monitoring scenarios
Keeping Up with Modern Developments and Technologies
- Online customer onboarding and digital identity verification
- Automating compliance workflows using Fintech, Robotic Process Automation (RPA), and Artificial Intelligence (AI)
- Understanding virtual currencies and blockchain technology in compliance
- Implementing smart and modern AML and compliance workflows
Exam Information
- Format: Multiple-choice questions
- Total Questions: 100
- Duration: 3 hours
Eligibility
- No prerequisites are required
TARGET AUDIENCE
The CCM certification is ideal for professionals responsible for compliance, risk management, and AML across multiple sectors, including:
Financial and Corporate Sectors
- Banking Industry
- Insurance and Reinsurance Companies
- Brokerage Firms
- Leasing and Microfinance Companies
- Lending Firms
- Credit Unions
- Exchange Houses and Money Service Businesses
Supervisory Authorities and Government Entities
- Central Banks
- Financial Sector Regulatory Authorities
- Financial Intelligence Units (FIUs)
- Tax Authorities
- Ministries and Government Bodies
Compliance and AML Solution Vendors
- Developers of Compliance and AML Systems
- RegTech and FinTech Specialists
- Consultants in Compliance and Risk Management
CURRICULUM
The CCM curriculum is structured into key domains that cover all aspects of compliance and AML. The modules include:
- Compliance and AML Fundamentals
- Introduction to Compliance and AML Regulations
- International Compliance Frameworks and Standards
- The Role of Financial Institutions in AML and Compliance
- Risk-Based Compliance and AML Strategies
- Risk Identification and Assessment
- Designing a Risk-Based AML Program
- Risk Mitigation Techniques
- Regulatory and Legal Compliance
- Understanding FATCA and CRS Regulations
- International Sanctions and Embargo Compliance
- Corporate Governance and Ethical Compliance
- Technology and Compliance Innovation
- Automation in AML and Compliance
- AI and Machine Learning Applications in AML
- The Role of Blockchain in Financial Compliance
- AML Investigation and Case Management
- Investigating Suspicious Transactions
- Transaction Monitoring Best Practices
- Case Management and Regulatory Reporting
