Course Outline
Institutional Module: Foundations of Due Diligence
- Overview of due diligence frameworks within financial institutions
- Accountability structures, reporting lines, and governance
- Integration with internal control and risk management systems
- Aligning due diligence with organizational strategy and compliance culture
Management Module: Leadership and Oversight
- Executive and board responsibilities in compliance oversight
- Establishing accountability mechanisms and compliance committees
- Performance monitoring, escalation protocols, and corrective action planning
- Ethical decision-making and leadership frameworks
Marketing and Sales Module: Ethical Conduct and Client Transparency
- Due diligence during client acquisition and marketing initiatives
- Managing conflicts of interest and ensuring transparent disclosures
- Maintaining data protection and consent in customer communications
- Monitoring sales practices to mitigate reputational and compliance risks
Technical Module: Operational and Data Due Diligence
- Mapping data flows and identifying sensitive information
- Evaluating cybersecurity posture and system controls
- Incorporating technology risk assessments into compliance reviews
- Automation and tools for due diligence data collection and reporting
Financial Module: Financial Integrity and Risk Analysis
- Assessing liquidity, solvency, and financial performance indicators
- Evaluating counterparty and supplier financial stability
- Preventing financial crimes: AML, CFT, and sanctions screening
- Identifying red flags, conducting internal audits, and detecting fraud
Legal and Regulatory Module: CRS, FATCA, and Global Compliance Obligations
- Understanding FATCA and Common Reporting Standard (CRS) requirements
- Due diligence for tax residency, self-certifications, and indicia search
- Key legal frameworks: OECD, MCAA, and domestic implementation
- Managing penalties, remediation efforts, and reporting obligations
Environmental, Health and Safety, and Business Integrity Module
- Integrating ESG into due diligence practices
- Ensuring health and safety compliance in operational and financial activities
- Anti-corruption measures and business integrity policies
- Reporting compliance gaps and sustainability risks
Information Technology Module: Data Governance and Security Compliance
- Digital risk management and IT governance frameworks
- Data retention, integrity, and traceability standards
- Regulatory compliance in AI adoption and digital transformation
- Resilience planning, disaster recovery, and incident response
Integrative Module: Governance, Risk, and Audit Readiness
- Consolidating due diligence findings across departments
- Creating integrated compliance dashboards and reporting frameworks
- Preparing for regulator inspections and external audits
- Developing training plans and continuous improvement strategies
Case Studies and Practical Exercises
- Review and classification of sample vendor and client due diligence files
- Simulating a multi-module risk assessment scenario
- Developing a monitoring and corrective action plan
Summary and Next Steps
Requirements
- Knowledge of financial compliance and risk management procedures
- Familiarity with foundational AML/KYC, regulatory, and tax concepts
- Prior experience in governance or client onboarding is advantageous
Target Audience
- Compliance and risk management officers
- Audit and legal professionals
- IT, financial, and operational managers engaged in due diligence processes
Testimonials (3)
How to manage business financials
surprise mtileni - Hatima Holdings (Pty) ltd
Course - Learning Xero
Flexibility in the course delivery and the interactive approach. The trainer was open to questions, clarified doubts clearly and also considered participants suggestions during the sessions. The training was well structured and informative.
Soundarya Mohan - Mizuho Bank Europe N.V.
Course - Financial Analysis in Excel
Good communication, open for discussion, kept it interesting and engaging