Fintech Certification

The FinTech world is revolutionizing all aspects of the financial services industry from global business to personal transactions. What people have often taken for granted from financial products to trust in the banking system has changed dramatically. The world of FinTech is a paradigm shift in thought and practice. This is true not only for legitimate business but also the world of financial crime. The opportunities to facilitate financial crime regardless of scheme or purpose have changed dramatically.
This Professional Certification is designed in two parts. First it will provide candidates with an understanding of the world of FinTech and how it has transformed the financial services world. Once candidates understand the business models of FinTechs and how they facilitate transactions, candidates will gain an understanding of how and where the industry is susceptible to financial crimes as well as empower candidates with the techniques and tools to prevent, investigate and report nefarious activities.

This 15-module certification designed in progressive stages includes the following:

  • Overview of the FinTech industry – its structure, players, and participants
  • Understanding traditional and new products and technologies as well as their transaction processing platforms.
  • Delving deeper into understanding cryptocurrencies, digital currencies, and the blockchain. Understanding the emerging role of Artificial Intelligence in the FinTech world.
  • Outlining the laws, regulations and industry standards governing the FinTech industry and managing the complexities of ever-changing requirements.
  • Developing best-in-class Anti-Financial Crime and Sanctions programs including topics such as
    1. establishing risk-based programs;
    2. Performing customer and third-party due diligence;
    3. Monitoring for suspicious activity;
    4. Investigating and reporting).

This certification course is designed for any professional working in the AML/CFT/CFP/ABC/HT/FCP regulated entities, financial services industry, non-profit organization (NPO), compliance, anti-financial crime and sanctions professionals, law enforcement and regulators. FinTechs are changing the world of financial services as well as the world of financial crime. All compliance professionals must understand the characteristics identified in this course if they are to achieve success in their roles.

This certification course includes:

  • Introduction to FinTechs [What they are, What they do, Why do we need them]
  • Understanding Payment Processing Platforms [Payment Mechanisms, Card Processing]
  • An Introduction to Cryptocurrencies
  • Payment Processing Platforms- Understanding the Blockchain
  • Introduction to Artificial Intelligence (AI) – Part I. The Overview in FinTechs
  • Introduction to Artificial Intelligence (AI) – Part II. Intro to Generative AI and RegTech
  • Introduction to and Basic Overview of FinTech Regulation
  • FinTech & AML – Part I. Program Development
  • Fintech & AML – Part II. KYC and KYI
  • Fintech & AML – Part III. Monitoring, Investigating, Reporting
  • Cyber Crime
  • FinTech & Fraud
  • FinTech & Sanctions
  • Intelligence Sources in Due Diligence & Investigations
  • Financial Crime Cases Involving FinTech

Learning Objectives:

  • Learn the fundamentals of what FinTechs are, what they do and how they operate
  • Develop an understanding relating to Artificial Intelligence (“AI”) as well as regulation
  • Understand the Emerging Trends
  • Develop an understanding of Fintech & AML, KYC, KYI, Monitoring, Investigating & Reporting
  • Learn about FinTech & Fraud & Sanctions & Cyber Crime
  • Develop an understanding of Payment Processing Platforms- Understanding the Blockchain

Program Level: Beginners/Intermediate

Instructional Delivery Method: Group Live or Group Internet Based

CPE Credit: 40

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Antigua and Barbuda International Institute of Technology (ABIIT)

Antigua and Barbuda.

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Flywheel Advisory (FWCL)

Nairobi, Kenya

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Kuwait Compliance Company (KCC)

Kuwait.

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St. Thomas University (STU)

Miami, Florida.

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University of Belize (UB)

Belize

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University of the Commonwealth Caribbean (UCC)

Jamaica

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