Overview In today's competitive business world firms are under unprecedented pressure to deliver value to their shareholders and other key stakeholders. Senior executives in all parts of the organisation are finding that they need some degree of financial know-how to cope with the responsibility placed on them as business managers and key decision-makers; monitoring and improving business performance, investing in capital projects, mergers and acquisitions and budgets. All require some degree of financial knowledge.
Overview By the end of this Fundamentals of Transfer Pricing Strategies training course, participants will be able to: Acquire basic technical knowledge of transfer pricing Appreciate the importance of the arm's length principle Identify the different stages of a typical transfer pricing analysis Developing a high-level appreciation of the transfer pricing including tax areas and opportunities for multinationals Analyze the current transfer pricing legislative framework Be updated on recent developments in transfer pricing
Overview This course in Public Sector Accounting and Budgeting training seminar is designed to provide a comprehensive briefing on the fundamental principles and key functions in the continuously developing sphere of public sector finance. Non-financial public sector employees and managers are regularly required to both provide input to the budget process and respond to information presented in departmental financial reports.
This workshop helps you understand the neuroscience behind why working ‘harder’ isn’t the answer to being effective at work. You'll get to recognise your default behaviour and helpful alternatives to managing competing requests on your time.
Duration 5 Days 30 CPD hours This course is intended for The CCSP is ideal for IT and information security leaders responsible for applying best practices to cloud security architecture, design, operations and service orchestration. Overview Upon completing this course, the participants will gain valuable knowledge and skills including the ability to: - Successfully pass the CCSP exam. - Understand the fundamentals of the cloud computing architecture framework. - Understand security challenges associated with different types of cloud services. - Identify and evaluate security risks for their organization?s cloud environments. - Select and implement appropriate controls to ensure secure implementation of cloud services. - Thoroughly understand the 6 essential core domains of the CCSP common body of knowledge: 1. Architectural Concepts & Design Requirements 2. Cloud Data Security 3. Cloud Platform & Infrastructure Security 4. Cloud Application Security 5. Operations 6. Legal & Compliance The goal of the course is to prepare professionals for the challenging CCSP exam by covering the objectives of the exam based on the six domains as defined in the (ISC)2 CCSP common body of knowledge. 1 - Architectural Concepts and Design Requirements Cloud Computing Concepts Cloud Reference Architecture Cloud Computing Security Concepts Design Principles of Secure Cloud Computing Trusted Cloud Services 2 - Cloud Data Security CSA (Cloud Security Alliance) Cloud Data Lifecycle Cloud Data Storage Architectures Data Security Strategies Data Discovery and Classification Technologies Protecting Privacy and PII (Personally Identifiable Information) Data Rights Management Data Retention, Deletion, and Archiving Policies Auditability, Traceability, and Accountability of Data Events 3 - Cloud Platform and Infrastructure Security Cloud Infrastructure Components Cloud Infrastructure Risks Designing and Planning Security Controls Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity Management 4 - Cloud Application Security The Need for Security Awareness and Training in application Security Cloud Software Assurance and Validation Verified Secure Software SDLC (Software Development Life Cycle) Process Secure SDLC Specifics of Cloud Application Architecture Secure IAM (Identity and Access Management) Solutions 5 - Operations Planning Process for the Data Center Design Installation and Configuration of Physical Infrastructure for Cloud Environment Running Physical Infrastructure for Cloud Environment Managing Physical Infrastructure for Cloud Environment Installation and Configuration of Logical Infrastructure for Cloud Environment Running Logical Infrastructure for Cloud Environment Managing Logical Infrastructure for Cloud Environment Compliance with Regulations and Controls Risk Assessment for Logical and Physical Infrastructure Collection, Acquisition, and Preservation of Digital Evidence Managing Communication with Stakeholders 6 - Legal and Compliance Legal Requirements and Unique Risks within the Cloud Environment Relevant Privacy and PII Laws and Regulations Audit Process, Methodologies, and Required Adaptions for a Cloud Environment Implications of Cloud to Enterprise Risk Management Outsourcing and Cloud Contract Design Vendor Management
Its no secret the world has been changing before our eyes ! In order to confront the rapidly-evolving world around us, businesses need highly trained, adaptable and creative individuals to keep pace and stay innovative. BA (Hons) Business Management course is designed to train you for the jobs of the future; you'll be taught the fundamentals of business management in the wider context of the contemporary business landscape, ensuring your skills will remain flexible and adaptable as the world changes. The programme aims to develop pro-active decision makers, managers and leaders for a variety of careers in business sectors in a global context. The course combines practical professional experience with creative approaches to enterprise and innovation that will develop your entrepreneurial spirit. Program OverviewKey Highlights Program Duration: 24 Months (18 Months Option also available) Program Credits: 120 Designed for working Professionals 100% Online Global programme: Study anywhere, anytime on your laptop, phone or tablet. Study material: Comprehensive study materials and e-library support. No Written Exam. The Assessment is done via Submission of Assignment Online Lectures Timely Doubt Resolution Dedicated Student Success Manager Regular Networking Events with Industry Professionals LSBR Alumni Status Payment Plan: No Cost EMI Option
ICA Professional Postgraduate Diploma in Governance, Risk & Compliance This leadership programme has been designed to sharpen the strategic skills of senior managers and those aspiring to hold the highest compliance positions within an organisation. This expert qualification offers: Specialist knowledge - the highest level in the field Strategic thinking - helps your leadership ambitions Innovation - explores new ideas, best practice, and future developments from a global perspective Fellowship of ICA - become automatically eligible for the highest grade of membership Networking - grow with other like-minded, senior professionals. Join hundreds of senior compliance professionals from over 50 countries who unlocked their leadership potential and improved their career growth opportunities with this qualification. This course is awarded in association with Alliance Manchester Business School, the University of Manchester. How and where can you study The course takes 9-12 months to complete. It is a blend of online self-study, research, attendance at masterclasses and interaction with other like-minded, senior practitioners. Attendance at eight virtual masterclasses Seven virtual classrooms Oral assessment. Delivered online This course is delivered online with materials delivered for you to study in your own time and at your own pace. There will be eight 3-hour virtual masterclasses over four weekends and seven live virtual classrooms spread over the duration of the course. Certification Practitioners who successfully complete the programme will be certificated as follows: ICA Certified Professional designation awarded by the ICA Professional Postgraduate Diploma in Governance, Risk and Compliance awarded by ICA in association with University of Manchester Business School Fellowship of the ICA (upon application) Designation, ICA Professional Postgraduate Diploma in Governance, Risk and Compliance: PG Dip (G.R.C.) Fellowship of ICA:FICA [E.g. Angela Watts PG Dip (G.R.C.), Certified Professional; FICA] National Occupational Standards of Competence Your performance on the programme will be measured, against the National Occupational Standards of Competence (2011 version) produced originally by the Financial Services Skills Council (FSSC) and the ICA and revised recently by the Financial Skills Partnership. The Standards are statements of competence which articulate the requirements for effective performance in the workplace. Competence is defined as a combination of skills as well as knowledge and understanding. The syllabus covers a variety of key issues relevant at a senior level and is designed to provide an insight into risks and potential hurdles faced by your organisation. The syllabus is delivered by an exclusive series of high profile masterclasses covering relevant topics. Building and leading a world class compliance team Strategic risk management for leaders Behavioural compliance: the role of psychology in culture and ethical behaviour Keeping up with emerging regulatory developments Governance, risk and compliance in the digital world Applying governance, conduct and outcomes for the benefit of the organisation Leading change in governance, risk and compliance Financial crime risk in the digital age.
ICA Professional Postgraduate Diploma in Financial Crime Compliance (FCC) Course This leadership programme has been designed to sharpen the strategic skills of senior practitioners and those aspiring to hold the highest anti-money laundering/financial crime position within a firm. This expert qualification offers: Specialist knowledge - the highest level in the field Strategic thinking - helps your leadership ambitions Innovation - explores new ideas, best practice, and future developments from a global perspective Fellowship of ICA - become automatically eligible for the highest grade of membership Networking - grow with other like-minded, senior professionals. With a focus on anti-money laundering, managing fraud and anti-bribery, and corruption, this qualification has helped hundreds of senior financial crime compliance professionals from all over the world unlock career growth opportunities. This course is awarded in association with Alliance Manchester Business School, the University of Manchester. How will the course be delivered This course is delivered online with materials delivered for you to study in your own time and at your own pace. There will be eight 3-hour virtual masterclasses over four weekends and seven live virtual classrooms spread over the duration of the course. Upon successful completion of the course, course materials and assessment, you will be awarded the ICA Professional Postgraduate Diploma in Financial Crime Compliance (FCC). This qualification is awarded in association with Alliance Manchester Business School, the University of Manchester. Assessment This course will be assessed via: The production of 8 x 1000-1500 word masterclass commentaries: these are summaries of the key learning points outlined in the masterclasses and its impact on your own practice, which forms the reflective journal. A three hour competency-based interview, using information describing your career to date and other evidence you wish to submit to map your knowledge, skills and experience against the National Occupational Standards The syllabus covers a variety of key issues relevant at a senior level and is designed to provide an insight into risks and potential hurdles faced by your organisation. The syllabus is delivered by an exclusive series of high-profile masterclasses covering relevant topics. Standards, research and assessment Financial crime risks: science or art? Ethics, corporate governance & responsibility Managing the internal AML enemy Cyber security: threats to the organisation FinTech and financial crime compliance Fraud and internal threat Risk based approach: too busy or too afraid Sanctions: a changing landscape.
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