Awards in Anti-Money Laundering

The aim of this award is to provide students with an understanding of what money laundering is and what forms of property can be laundered. This module also delves into the aspects of sanctions and why they are important.

Intake

October & March

EQF / MQF Level

Level 5

Mode of Delivery

Traditional

Duration of Course

10 Weeks - Part-Time, 3 Hours - Twice a Week

Operational End Date

N/A

ECTS Credits

10 ECTS

Programme Qualifies for

Get Qualified Scheme

Certificate after completing

Student Success Rate

99.4

Awarding Bodies

€

750

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Intake

October & March

EQF / MQF Level

Level 5

Mode of Delivery

Traditional

Duration of Course

10 Weeks - Part-Time, 3 Hours - Twice a Week

Operational End Date

N/A

ECTS Credits

10 ECTS

Programme Qualifies for

Get Qualified Scheme

Certificate after completing

Student Success Rate

99.4

Course Description

This course addresses anti-money laundering practices including terrorist financing and sanctions.Students will be made aware of various sanctions that exist and different ways how to combat money laundering and terrorism financing. Upon completion of this programme students will have a vast knowledge of how the financial system and the keys players operate, the importance of anti-money laundering and different ways how to value investment projects.

At the end of the programme the learner will have acquired the responsibility and autonomy to:

a) Deal with which crimes which generate property that can be laundered.

b) Use the information gathered from sources to identify sources of money laundering.

c) Produce recommendations as to how terrorist financing differs from money laundering.

d) Guide the use of the importance of sanctions.

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Target Group:

Learners who wish to widen access to higher education and improve the career prospects within the finance sector.

This qualification is ideal for learners who have obtained the matriculation certificate or relevant qualification at MQF/EQF Level 4 and would like to peruse a progression route to a degree-level study in Finance. It is also suitable for mature learners who are currently employed and wish to change or advance their career in the financial services industry.

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Target Audience:

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Course Language:

English

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Where you will learn:

Domain Building, 102/104, Constitution Street, Mosta

What you will study

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Introduction to Money Laundering, Terrorist Financing and Sanctions

Core Module

Learning Hours

Credits

UK Credits

The aim of this module is to provide students with an understanding of what money laundering is and what forms of property can be laundered. This module also delves into the aspects of sanctions and why they are important.

At the end of the module/unit the learner will have acquired the following skills:

a) Demonstrate the ability to show which crimes generate property that can be laundered.

b) Show the difference between terrorist financing and money laundering.

c) Able to undertake an analysis of a sanctions list.

d) Demonstrate the importance of sanctions.

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Anti-Money Laundering and Combating Terrorist Finance

Core Module

Learning Hours

Credits

UK Credits

The aim of this module is to provide students with an understanding of customer due diligence, politically exposed persons, monitoring client activity and reporting suspicious activity.

At the end of the module/unit the learner will have acquired the following skills:

a) Demonstrate the ability to identify money laundering and terrorist financing activities.

b) Prepare customer due diligence.

c) Able to monitor client activity.

d) Prepare reports for suspicious activity.

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Combatting Terrorist Financing and Anti-Money Laundering in Practice

Core Module

Learning Hours

Credits

UK Credits

The aim of this module is to provide students with an understanding of The Financial Action Task Force, The European Money Laundering Directives, the legislative and regulatory regimes and legislation regarding anti-money laundering and terrorist financing.

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At the end of the module/unit the learner will have acquired the following skills:

a) Show the importance of the Financial Action Task Force.

b) Prepare reports based on the European Money Laundering Directives.

c) Prepare reports on legislative and regulatory regimes.

d) Prepare reports based on offences of money laundering.

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How will you learn

This diploma is delivered with a flexible classroom-based method, through a variety of course materials, case studies, discussions, presentations, enquiry-based learning and problem-solving activities. We provide you with key reading and research activities, and you will make the most of our own teaching portal.

Where you will learn:

Lessons will be held in class in our premises at Domain Building, 102/104, Constitution Street, Mosta.

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Assessment

Formative assessment

The goal of formative assessment is to monitor student learning to provide ongoing feedback that can be used by lecturers to improve their teaching and by students to improve their learning and development. More specifically, formative assessments throughout the modules will:

– help students identify their strengths and weaknesses and target areas that need improvement

– help lecturers recognise where students are struggling and address problems immediately

Summative assessment

Assessments will be designed according to the guidelines of each module specification. In general, the assessments will enable learners to demonstrate achievement of learning outcomes across the individual elements of the program. The range of assessments utilized will normally include essays, reports, presentations and other structured assignments.

Assessments are drafted in conjunction with the curriculum development department and tutor concerned. Final version is confirmed by the curriculum development department.

Assessments are moderated by tutor concerned, then also verified by the Internal Verifier.

The assessment will be based on assignment for each module. There may be one or two assignment for each module.

The assignment will consist of criteria related to each topic within the module with the respective outcomes.

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Structure of Programme

Teaching, Learning and Assessment Procedures

This programme offers both variety and flexibility, ensuring that the learning and assessment activities are relevant and of value for future progression.Throughout this programme learners are continuously and actively involved in all teaching methods including;

Lectures
Hands-on activities
Seminar
Workshops
Enquiry-based learning

Lectures and other teaching methods are delivered interactively, with discussion sessions and tutorials in the form of hands-on and problem-solving activities building on the relevant academic study skills including concepts and practices.

These activities help learners to use different research and online tools. Learner sare asked to reflect on the tools and activities, inviting discussions with regards to their own knowledge and skill and adapt these tools to their current situations and contexts. Feedback is given where appropriate throughout the course.

Learners are also introduced to appropriate websites and other related material for further development of their knowledge and skills.

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Grading System

Grading will be based on – Pass – Merit – and Distinction.

Resits will be permitted for each respected assignment and module. No more than two resits are permitted to the student and the grading will be only a Pass.

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