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Adopting a Risk-Based Approach

A 16-minute compliance training course on how to apply a Risk-Based Approach to AML/CFT/CPF obligations. Learn how to identify risk, rate clients, and tailor Customer Due Diligence (CDD) measures based on risk level.

16 minutes of content

Course Certificate

Cayman Islands

Description

This self-paced course explores how financial institutions in the Cayman Islands can apply a risk-based approach (RBA) to manage AML/CFT/CPF obligations effectively. It offers practical guidance on assessing client risk factors, building risk profiles, and tailoring due diligence measures. The course supports compliance with Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (CIMA) expectations and international standards.

What will you learn?

  • Understand the principles and advantages of adopting a risk-based approach to AML/CFT compliance. 
  • Identify and assess client risk factors, including geography, business type, ownership complexity, and transactional behavior. 
  • Develop and implement structured risk rating methodologies to categorize clients into low, medium, or high-risk bands. 
  • Apply appropriate levels of customer due diligence (Simplified, Standard, Enhanced) based on client risk profiles. 
  • Manage the risks associated with non-face-to-face relationships and complex entities. 
  • Align institutional practices with Cayman Islands regulatory frameworks and global FATF standards. 

Course Content

  1. Introduction to the Risk-Based Approach 
    • Fundamentals and benefits of RBA 
    • Comparison to one-size-fits-all compliance 
    • Factors influencing client risk and tailored control measures 
  2. Client Risk Factors 
    • Risk factors: geography, business activity, ownership structure, delivery channels 
    • Managing non-face-to-face relationships 
    • Distinguishing between customer types: individuals vs. entities 
  3. Client Risk Profiles 
    • Building a risk rating methodology 
    • Assigning risk bands (low, medium, high) 
    • Tailoring CDD (Simplified, Standard, Enhanced) based on client risk profiles 

US$ 19.99

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