Course Summary
There has been a significant increase in the complexity and volume of regulation underpinning compliance in the area of financial crime prevention. Consequently, practitioners operating in this complex environment have to fulfil their fiduciary responsibilities of ensuring ethical and legal compliance within this regulatory environment while contributing to wider organisational objectives.
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Career Sectors
This course prepares you for working in the Career Sectors below. Follow the links to get a fuller understanding of the sectors you are preparing for.
Entry Requirements
Entry Requirements
The minimum entry requirements to the Professional Certificate in Financial Crime Prevention are as follows:
• An honours degree (min. 2.2 L8 NFQ) in a business, IT or relevant cognate discipline.
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• Those who do not hold a degree, but have exceptional professional experience in the areas of fraud, risk or compliance are eligible to apply and will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
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Professional body membership
You must be a current member of the Compliance Institute, or become a member, to undertake this programme.
To become a member, or renew your membership of the Compliance Institute click here. When applying for the programme you will be asked to upload a receipt of your Compliance membership payment.
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English Language Requirements
Teaching in IOB is through the medium of English; therefore, applicants must demonstrate a high level of competence in the English language to be admitted to study. Students whose native language is not English are required to demonstrate their proficiency in the language and must provide verifiable evidence of that proficiency. Further information on these requirements is provided in the IOB English Language Policy.
Application Details
Closing date: 26 January 2024
Next intake: Autumn 2025-2026 academic year - (Assessment in January 2026).
Fees
Fees €1,595
€1,196 - IFS Skillnet*
*Funding it subject to availability.
This programme qualifies for 50% funding through HCI Pillar 3 Micro-Credentials Learner Fee Subsidy.
The Student
Career Interests
This course is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests. If these interests do not describe you, this course may prepare you for work you may not find satisfying.
Investigative
The Investigative person will usually find a particular area of science to be of interest. They are inclined toward intellectual and analytical activities and enjoy observation and theory. They may prefer thought to action, and enjoy the challenge of solving problems with sophiscticated technology. These types prefer mentally stimulating environments and often pay close attention to developments in their chosen field.
Administrative
Administrative people are interested in work that offers security and a sense of being part of a larger process. They may be at their most productive under supervisors who give clear guidelines and while performing routine tasks in a methodical and reliable way.
They tend to enjoy clerical and most forms of office work, where they perform essential administrative duties. They often form the backbone of large and small organisations alike. They may enjoy being in charge of office filing systems, and using computers and other office equipment to keep things running smoothly. They usually like routine work hours and prefer comfortable indoor workplaces.
Career Progression
The Professional Education Framework is a flexible education pathway that provides learning and development opportunities wherever you are in your career. You can access the framework at any step to take specialist qualifications depending on your career and learning need.