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3 CPD Units | 3 Hours
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Course Overview
This intensive 3-hour Counter Terrorism Financing course provides participants with essential knowledge and practical skills to identify, assess, and combat terrorism financing within their organisations. The programme covers the fundamental concepts of terrorism financing, distinguishing it from traditional money laundering, whilst exploring both conventional methods such as charity exploitation and hawala networks, and will touch upon the emerging threats including cryptocurrency funding and online crowdfunding schemes. Through a blend of interactive case studies, practical exercises, and real-world scenarios, delegates will develop the ability to recognise suspicious activity indicators, conduct effective risk assessments, and implement robust detection and reporting procedures across multiple jurisdictions. The course features hands-on workshops including red flag identification exercises, customer due diligence simulations, and Suspicious Activity Report drafting practice.
Training Objectives
By the end of the programme, participants will:
Understand the fundamental concepts and methods of terrorism financing
Identify key regulatory frameworks and compliance obligations in the EU and internationally
Recognise suspicious activity indicators and red flags associated with terrorist financing
Apply risk assessment methodologies to detect and prevent terrorism financing
Implement effective counter-terrorism financing controls within their organisation
Training Outline
Module 1: Introduction to Terrorism Financing
Key Topics:
Definition and characteristics of terrorism financing
Distinction between money laundering and terrorism financing
Sources of terrorist funding (legitimate and illegitimate)
Evolution of financing methods post-9/11
Current global threat landscape
Activity: Group discussion on recent terrorism financing cases in the media
Module 2: Legal and Regulatory Framework
Key Topics:
EU legislation: 4AMLD & 5AMLD; 6AMLD; Common Position 2001/931/CFSP on Terrorist Lists; European Banking Authority (EBA); Europol and Counter Terrorism; European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA)
International frameworks: UN Security Council Resolutions, FATF Recommendations
EU sanctions and asset freezing requirements
Role of regulatory bodies (FCA, HM Treasury, NCA)
Penalties and enforcement actions
Case Study: Analysis of a recent EU enforcement action for CTF failures
Module 3: Typologies and Red Flags
Key Topics:
Traditional financing methods (charities, cash couriers, hawala)
Modern techniques (cryptocurrencies, online fundraising, trade-based financing)
Geographic risk factors and high-risk jurisdictions
Customer and transaction red flags
Emerging threats and trends
Interactive Exercise: Red flag identification workshop using sample transactions and customer profiles
Case Studies:
Charity-based terrorism financing scheme
Cryptocurrency funding of extremist activities
Trade finance terrorism funding case
Module 4: Risk Assessment and Due Diligence
Key Topics:
Customer risk assessment methodologies
Enhanced due diligence requirements
PEP and sanctions screening
Ongoing monitoring and transaction analysis
Technology solutions and automated screening
Practical Exercise: Conducting a customer risk assessment for terrorism financing
Module 5: Detection, Reporting, and Response
Key Topics:
Suspicious Activity Report (SAR) requirements
Reporting to the National Crime Agency
Asset freezing and disclosure obligations
Internal escalation procedures
Record keeping requirements
Module 6: Summary and Wrap Up and Q&A
Who Should Attend
This course is designed for:
Compliance officers and risk management professionals
Financial crime analysts and investigators
Anti-money laundering specialists
Banking and financial services personnel
Legal and regulatory affairs staff
Training Style
This programme is meticulously designed to deliver transformative, high-level knowledge and strategic insights into counter-terrorism financing across European, and Cyprus regulatory frameworks (if required). The course will significantly enhance participants' professional capabilities through dynamic presentations supported by visual materials, real-time case analyses, and immersive practical scenarios that mirror the complexities delegates face in their daily operations.
The training methodology seamlessly blends rigorous content delivery with an engaging, participant-centred approach that recognises the wealth of experience each delegate brings to the room. Participants are actively encouraged to challenge concepts and contribute their unique professional perspectives, creating a rich collaborative learning environment where theoretical knowledge is immediately contextualised through shared experiences and diverse industry insights. This interactive approach ensures that delegates not only absorb critical information but also leave equipped with practical tools, enhanced confidence, and a comprehensive understanding of how to implement robust counter-terrorism financing controls that will protect their organisations whilst fulfilling their crucial role in safeguarding national and international security.
CPD Recognition
This programme may be approved for up to 3 CPD units in Financial Regulation and AML. Eligibility criteria and CPD Units are verified directly by your association, regulator or other bodies which you hold membership.
In-house Training
For groups within the same organisation, this course may be customized to meet any specific needs and delivered in-house.
Ras Gohil
Ras, a seasoned banking professional with a remarkable 39-year tenure in the financial services sector, brings a wealth of experience in relationship management to her distinguished career. Her journey encompasses leadership roles in commercial banking, strategy, credit, and risk management, as well as financial crime and compliance, emphasising the significance of soft skills in fostering connections. Equipped with certifications from the Lumina Training Programmes, focusing on behavioral interaction and leadership skills, Ras's expertise extends beyond her own company. During her four years at Moody’s Analytics, she directed the development and delivery of tailored training programs across various domains, underscoring the importance of soft skills at all levels, especially in today's intricate and customer-centric business landscape. These programs spanned credit and risk management, financial crime compliance, regulatory compliance, commercial due diligence, sales, and service, showcasing Ras's commitment to holistic relationship management. Her professional footprint extends across the UK, Europe, Middle East, Africa, Asia Pacific, and the Americas. Before her tenure at Moody’s, Ras contributed her skills at RBS, where she dedicated a year to a special project evaluating small-to-medium-sized businesses, aligning them with the regulatory requirements of the Financial Conduct Authority—a testament to her dedication to regulatory compliance in relationship management. The majority of Ras's illustrious career unfolded at HSBC, where she held senior management positions within retail, commercial, and corporate banking in London. Recognized as a commercially astute leader, she consistently fostered substantial income growth through extensive internal and external networks. Ras played a pivotal role in enhancing and maintaining credit and compliance risk frameworks, setting regional best practices, and underlining her commitment to sustainable and ethical relationship management. Ras's distinctive strength lies in her ability to unlock strategic value, coupled with her meticulous nature, which facilitates seamless implementation across organisational tiers. Given her diverse range of experiences and eloquent communication skills, she ventured into the field of development and learning, aiming to drive industry-wide best practices. While Ras's training methods were traditionally classroom-based, she has seamlessly transitioned into the virtual training arena and is proficient in various virtual training platforms, including Adobe Connect, Webex, Zoom, Microsoft Teams, and Tencent. Beyond her professional endeavours, Ras serves as the Chairperson for a sports and leisure organization that hosted the training for the London 2012 Olympics. Additionally, she holds the position of Chairperson for the Career Ready Academic Organization within the Local Authority Board of NCC College and Campuses. Ras is also the London Lead for Mentoring with the Women in Banking and Finance Organization, actively participating as a committee member in various charitable organisations, including speaking engagements for the global Water Aid Charity. As a dedicated mentor and coach across all professional levels, Ras remains a staunch advocate for gender and ethnic diversity in the workplace, embodying the essence of inclusive relationship management.
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