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Compliance Training for Financial Institutions in South Africa

Enhance Your Skills and Knowledge in Compliance and Risk Management

In today’s regulatory environment, financial institutions in South Africa are under increased pressure to ensure that their activities comply with legal and regulatory requirements. The University of Witwatersrand’s Wits Business School is offering a comprehensive compliance training course designed specifically for banking, pensions, insurance, and capital markets professionals.

Course Overview

The 5-day block release course will take place from October 21-25, 2024, at the university’s campus in Johannesburg. The training program is aimed at individuals who are tasked with promoting risk and compliance awareness within their organizations.

Course Objectives

Upon completion of the course, participants should be able to:

  • Discuss the principles, concepts, and practice of risk and risk management
  • Explain the multi-disciplinary nature of risk management
  • Describe current risk management thinking, standards, and regulations

Course Modules

The course consists of eight modules, including:

  • Overview of the regulatory environment in South Africa
  • The role of the regulator
  • Building an effective governance and compliance program
  • Corporate governance
  • Risk management frameworks
  • Enterprise risk management
  • Case studies to reinforce key concepts

Target Audience

This course is targeted at professionals working in banking, pensions, insurance, and capital markets. It is designed to equip participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to design, implement, and maintain financial institutions’ internal and external systems of control.

What You Will Learn

The training program will provide a comprehensive overview of risk management, compliance policies, and regulatory requirements. Upon completion of the course, participants can obtain a Certificate of Attendance or a Certificate of Competence, depending on their participation and performance.

Accreditation

The University of Witwatersrand’s Wits Business School is accredited by the university in accordance with its statutory mandate, making this postgraduate certificate course an excellent opportunity for professionals to enhance their skills and knowledge in compliance and risk management.

Contact Information

For more information about the course, contact:

Visit the university’s website at https://www.wits.ac.za/mandelainstitute/short-courses/ for more details.