Governance, Risk Management & Compliance (GRC) Fundamentals Training Course

There is a strong international focus on combating money laundering. Compliance officers, AML Officers, MLROs, KYC analysts, auditors, and managers must understand how to ensure compliance with Subsidiary 373.01, the Prevention of Money Laundering and Funding of Terrorism Regulations (PMLFTR).

Under the PMLFTR, all Subject Persons, including those in the regulated financial services sector, are required to appoint a Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO).

This practical course provides you with the knowledge and necessary guidance on how to approach AML compliance within your organization, with special attention to the regulatory environment in Malta.

Description:

Basel III serves as a global regulatory framework governing bank capital adequacy, stress testing, and market liquidity risk. Initially agreed upon by the Basel Committee on Banking Supervision in 2010–11, the implementation timeline for these changes was extended to 31st March 2019. Basel III reinforces bank capital requirements by enhancing bank liquidity and reducing leverage.
Unlike Basel I and II, Basel III mandates different reserve levels for various deposit types and borrowings, functioning alongside the earlier accords rather than completely replacing them.
Navigating this complex and evolving regulatory landscape can be challenging. Our course and training are designed to help you manage potential changes and their impact on your institution. As an accredited training partner of the Basel Certification Institute, we guarantee that our training materials are current, effective, and of the highest quality.

Objectives:

• Prepare participants for the Certified Basel Professional Examination.
• Define practical strategies and techniques for defining, measuring, analyzing, improving, and controlling operational risk within a banking organization.

Target Audience:

• Board members with risk responsibilities
• Chief Risk Officers (CROs) and Heads of Risk Management
• Members of the Risk Management team
• Compliance, legal, and IT support staff
• Equity and Credit Analysts
• Portfolio Managers
• Rating Agency Analysts

Overview:

• Introduction to Basel norms and amendments to the Basel Accord (III)
• Regulations governing market, credit, counterparty, and liquidity risk
• Stress testing for various risk measures, including formulation and delivery of stress tests
• The likely effects of Basel III on the international banking industry, including practical application demonstrations
• The Need for The New Basel Norms
• The Basel III Norms
• Objectives of The Basel III Norms
• Basel III – Timeline

Recent global upheavals, business interruptions, and pandemics have not only overturned traditional business standards but have also forcibly reshaped how boards govern their organizations. Discover what directors need to know today to be truly effective. Explore best-practice tips and tools—covering meetings, information management, agendas, committees, and structure—that boards worldwide are using to improve performance with less effort, leaving more time for high-value boardwork.

Description:

This four-day intensive training programme serves as the definitive preparation for the CGEIT examination, designed to equip you with the knowledge and confidence needed to pass this rigorous certification on your first attempt.
The CGEIT qualification is a globally recognised benchmark of excellence in IT governance, awarded by ISACA. It is tailored for professionals entrusted with managing IT governance or holding significant advisory and assurance roles in this domain.
Achieving CGEIT status will enhance your professional visibility in the job market and amplify your influence at the executive level.

Objectives:

This seminar is structured to prepare delegates for the CGEIT examination by enabling them to build upon their existing knowledge and understanding, ensuring they are fully aligned with ISACA’s standards to successfully pass the exam.

Target Audience:

This training course is ideal for IT and business professionals who possess substantial experience in IT governance and are preparing to sit for the CGEIT exam.

This instructor-led, live training in Ottawa but can be delivered, it is aimed at managers and leaders who wish to strengthen their ability to lead difficult conversations with clarity, confidence, and accountability.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Structure high-impact conversations
• Address tension and misalignment constructively
• Improve team trust and accountability
• Lead with clarity under pressure

Leadership for Directors and Board Members is a course designed to strengthen the leadership and governance capabilities of directors and board members.

This instructor-led, live training (online or onsite) is aimed at directors, executives, and board members who wish to develop effective leadership, governance, and decision-making skills at the board level.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand the legal, ethical, and strategic responsibilities of directors and board members.
• Apply principles of good governance to improve organizational performance.
• Foster effective communication and collaboration in the boardroom.
• Respond to crises and manage risks at the executive level.

Format of the Course

• Interactive lecture and facilitated discussion.
• Case studies and role-playing exercises.
• Group activities and scenario-based analysis.

Course Customization Options

• To request a customized training for this course, please contact us to arrange.

This instructor-led, live training in Nigeria (online or onsite) is aimed at intermediate-level to advanced-level board members and directors who wish to enhance their leadership, governance, and decision-making skills.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand the key responsibilities and legal duties of a director.
• Develop effective governance structures and boardroom dynamics.
• Enhance strategic decision-making and risk management capabilities.
• Improve communication, leadership, and ethical decision-making at the board level.

This instructor-led, live training in Nigeria (online or onsite) is aimed at managers, supervisors, and technical professionals transitioning into leadership roles who wish to use structured leadership frameworks and communication tools to strengthen authority, delegation, and team performance in growing organizations.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Define and apply clear leadership authority and accountability within their scope.
• Delegate tasks and outcomes effectively while maintaining performance oversight.
• Conduct structured, direct, and constructive performance conversations.
• Communicate expectations clearly to improve engagement and cross-functional alignment.

Ownership and accountability are fundamental to organizational management. Ownership entails taking responsibility and initiative for tasks, while accountability involves being answerable for the outcomes. These principles are essential as they promote a culture of responsibility and reliability, leading to improved performance, effective problem-solving, and alignment with organizational goals.

This instructor-led live training in Nigeria (online or on-site) is aimed at intermediate-level professionals who wish to develop a systematic approach to identifying, analysing, and resolving problems using RCA methodologies.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand essential concepts of RCA and continuous improvement cycles.
• Apply different RCA tools to identify the root cause of problems.
• Develop and implement effective problem-solving strategies.
• Integrate RCA into organisational improvement and prevention efforts.

The primary objective of this programme is to shift the audit process from a reactive approach of merely 'finding' faults to a proactive strategy of 'prevention'. By mastering Root Cause Analysis, the Internal Audit team will specifically target the elimination of recurring findings. This ensures that once a weakness is identified, the resulting recommendation offers a permanent solution, thereby protecting the company’s operational efficiency and financial integrity.

Failing to implement structured RCA creates a high-risk environment characterised by:

• Financial Erosion: Unresolved root causes within financial processes result in cumulative financial leakages that escalate over time.
• Resource Wastage: Auditors spend 40% more time re-auditing the same failed controls, rather than focusing on new strategic risks.
• Diminished Authority: Repeatedly reporting the same issues undermines the Audit Division's influence with senior management and auditees.

This instructor-led, live training in Nigeria (online or onsite) is designed for intermediate-level internal auditors who wish to enhance their audit effectiveness by applying structured RCA techniques.

Upon completing this training, participants will be able to:

• Comprehend RCA methodologies and their role in internal auditing.
• Identify and analyse the root causes of audit findings.
• Apply RCA tools such as the 5 Whys, Fishbone Diagram, and Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA).
• Develop corrective and preventive action plans grounded in RCA findings.
• Integrate RCA into the internal audit process to enhance risk management.

This instructor-led, live training (online or onsite) targets intermediate-level safety professionals and operational managers who wish to improve their capacity to investigate incidents, pinpoint systemic weaknesses, and formulate effective corrective and preventive actions.

The strength of any organization’s governance depends heavily on its board of directors, and the board’s effectiveness hinges on its chairman. Yet, while board leadership is the most critical factor for success, it receives the least training and support. Often, board leaders and chief executives find themselves in power struggles. This course reveals the secrets of the world’s top board leaders, sharing practical, "in the boardroom" leadership techniques from seasoned professionals.

You might be looking for your initial board position, or you may have already secured a board role and need to prepare for your inaugural meeting. Alternatively, a company might wish to bring its emerging managers and diverse talent up to speed on the essentials for boardroom inclusion and effectiveness. This one-day program equips you with everything you need to be effective, well-informed, and fully prepared the moment you step into the boardroom.