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Uzbekistan Professionals Get Ready for Anti-Money Laundering Training

Tashkent, Uzbekistan - The government of Uzbekistan has announced plans to provide comprehensive training programs for financial professionals to strengthen its financial sector against money laundering and terrorist financing.

Developing Best Practices

The International Compliance Association (ICA) has designed a diploma program in Anti-Money Laundering that will equip financial professionals with the skills and knowledge needed to effectively manage anti-money laundering risks. The course is set to kick off on September 2, 2024.

Key Topics Covered

  • Identifying laundering of the proceeds of tax evasion
  • Recognizing terrorism financing and proliferation financing
  • Complying with sanctions regimes
  • Implementing an AML/CFT risk-based approach
  • Customer due diligence
  • Transaction and activity monitoring, recognition, handling, and reporting

Practical Approach

The course is designed for busy professionals who can balance their studies alongside work commitments. It features a mix of guided online study and attendance at live virtual classrooms delivered through interactive technology. The program is assessed through:

  • Timed end-of-module assessments
  • Written assignments
  • Case-study based projects

Who Should Apply?

The training program is suitable for:

  • MLROs/MLPOs and their deputies
  • Police and FIU/FCU staff
  • Managers with responsibilities for internal AML controls
  • Risk managers
  • Accountants
  • Lawyers

To be eligible, participants must have a good standard of spoken and written English and either a sound educational background or relevant work experience.

Benefits of Membership

Upon enrollment, participants will join an international community of over 30,000 members, with access to:

  • The ICA Learning Hub
  • Weekly webinars
  • Discounts on ICA events and further courses