49 FCA courses delivered Online

Introduction to Protecting Client Money Recent high profile fraud cases and continued regulatory scrutiny have highlighted the importance of understanding the key principles of safeguarding client money and assets. The rules are complex and you need the right skills to apply them effectively. This course covers this technical area in an accessible, easily understandable way., focusing on the principles, practical examples, and taking a closer look at the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) CASS rules to help bring the concepts to life. By the end of the course, you will be able to: Understand the key principles in managing client monies and assets effectively Discover why insolvency drives the need to protect customers Learn why company and customer monies should be separated, as well as how and what to separate Explain the basics for good organisational arrangements and understand the fundamentals of banking and custodian relationships Describe the basics of registration and recording of legal titles and the importance of segregation and the role of diversification Know the steps to take when reconciling accounts and understand how to protect monies and assets during transactions.

Description This course provides an introduction to the Senior Managers and Certification Regime (SM&CR) Conduct Rules, which are a set of principles that govern the conduct of senior managers and certification staff in financial services firms. Training Duration This course may take up to 2 hours to be completed. However, actual study time differs as each learner uses their own training pace. Training Method The course is offered fully online using a self-paced approach. The learning units consist of reading material. Learners may start, stop and resume their training at any time. At the end of each session, participants take a Quiz to complete their learning unit and earn a Certificate of Completion upon completion of all units. Accreditation and CPD Recognition This programme has been developed by the London Governance and Compliance Academy (LGCA), a UK-recognised training institution. The syllabus is verified by external subject matter experts and can be accredited by regulators and other bodies for 2 CPD Units that approve education in financial regulation, such as the FCA. The course may be also approved for CPD Units by institutions which approve general financial training, such as the CISI. Eligibility criteria and CPD Units are verified directly by your association, regulator or other bodies which you hold membership. Registration and Access To register to this course, click on the Get this course button to pay online and receive your access instantly. If you are purchasing this course on behalf of others, please be advised that you will need to create or use their personal profile before finalising your payment. If you wish to receive an invoice instead of paying online, please contact us at info@lgca.uk. Access to the course is valid for 365 days.

Description This course provides an introduction to the principles of whistleblowing and how it applies in the UK. The course covers a variety of topics, including: The definition of whistleblowing The different types of whistleblowing The legal protections for whistleblowers The different channels for whistleblowing The importance of confidentiality Training Duration This course may take up to 2 hours to be completed. However, actual study time differs as each learner uses their own training pace. Training Method The course is offered fully online using a self-paced approach. The learning units consist of reading material. Learners may start, stop and resume their training at any time. At the end of each session, participants take a Quiz to complete their learning unit and earn a Certificate of Completion upon completion of all units. Accreditation and CPD Recognition This programme has been developed by the London Governance and Compliance Academy (LGCA), a UK-recognised training institution. The syllabus is verified by external subject matter experts and can be accredited by regulators and other bodies for 2 CPD Units that approve education in financial regulation, such as the FCA. The course may be also approved for CPD Units by institutions which approve general financial training, such as the CISI. Eligibility criteria and CPD Units are verified directly by your association, regulator or other bodies which you hold membership. Registration and Access To register to this course, click on the Get this course button to pay online and receive your access instantly. If you are purchasing this course on behalf of others, please be advised that you will need to create or use their personal profile before finalising your payment. If you wish to receive an invoice instead of paying online, please contact us at info@lgca.uk. Access to the course is valid for 365 days.

Description A short online e-learning primer aimed as an introductory overview for those encountering Client Money and Client Assets for the first time, and for those working in firms that do not hold or control client money or safe custody assets as part of their business. Training Duration This course may take up to 2 hours to be completed. However, actual study time differs as each learner uses their own training pace. Training Method The course is offered fully online using a self-paced approach. The learning units consist of reading material. Learners may start, stop and resume their training at any time. At the end of each session, participants take a Quiz to complete their learning unit and earn a Certificate of Completion upon completion of all units. Accreditation and CPD Recognition This programme has been developed by the London Governance and Compliance Academy (LGCA), a UK-recognised training institution. The syllabus is verified by external subject matter experts and can be accredited by regulators and other bodies for 2 CPD Units that approve education in financial regulation, such as the FCA. The course may be also approved for CPD Units by institutions which approve general financial training, such as the CISI. Eligibility criteria and CPD Units are verified directly by your association, regulator or other bodies which you hold membership. Registration and Access To register to this course, click on the Get this course button to pay online and receive your access instantly. If you are purchasing this course on behalf of others, please be advised that you will need to create or use their personal profile before finalising your payment. If you wish to receive an invoice instead of paying online, please contact us at info@lgca.uk. Access to the course is valid for 365 days.

ICA Certificate in Financial Crime Prevention A practical, introductory course that will give you a solid understanding of core financial crime, fraud, bribery, and corruption risks. This qualification explores: Financial crime - the risks Fraud controls - different strategies, systems, and controls in practice Fraud typologies in banking Bribery & corruption - the risks and international initiatives to combat these risks Fraud response policy - explore the objectives of a plan, the reporting channels and contingencies This course is awarded in association with Alliance Manchester Business School, the University of Manchester. There are many benefits of studying with ICA: Flexible learning solutions that are suited to you Our learner-centric approach means that you will gain relevant practical and academic skills and knowledge that can be used in your current role Improve your career options by undertaking a globally recognised qualification that hiring managers look for as part of their hiring criteria Many students have stated that they have received a promotion and/or pay rise as a direct result of gaining their qualification The qualifications ensure that you are enabled to develop strategies to help manage and prevent risk within your firm, thus making you an invaluable asset within the current climate Students can expect the following outcomes Understanding of the key risks and controls essential for financial crime prevention. Knowledge to help protect a firm against the continuous threat of financial crime Verifiable evidence of learning ICA Certificate in Financial Crime Following successful completion of the ICA Certificate in Financial Crime Prevention training course, students will be able to use the designation 'Cert. (FCA).' This course is awarded in association with Alliance Manchester Business School, the University of Manchester. This ICA Certificate in Financial Crime Prevention training course develops knowledge and practical skills in the following areas: What is Financial Crime? What Are the Financial Crime Risks? Fraud Controls Banking - Fraud Typologies Identity Theft and Electronic Crime Bribery & Corruption Fraud Response Policy Criminal Offences - exploring the UK system At the end of the course there is a one hour multiple choice examination that is taken online.

Introduction: HM Treasury maintains comprehensive records of all persons and entities currently subject to sanctions. This means that they face financial restrictions, usually on the basis of their links with terrorist activity or human rights abuse. If you run a business, you need to make sure that you do not handle money or assets owned by sanctioned parties, or enter into an arrangement whereby you grant them access to funds. To do so is a criminal offence. In this course, you will learn how financial sanctions work and how to meet your duties under the law.   What You Will Learn: How financial sanctions work and the purpose and scope of the UK financial sanctions regime The scope and purpose of the Consolidated List and the UK Investment Ban List The parties responsible for maintaining these lists and how to use target and name matches to ensure that you do not engage in any transactions with individuals and entities named on the list How to verify customers' identity, and the information you should collect when undertaking transactions Benefits of Taking This Course: If you are a business owner, you will benefit from learning how to avoid conducting business with sanctioned parties If you are responsible for financial transactions as part of your job, you will benefit from learning how to verify a customer's identity and check whether they are currently facing sanctions If you work in the financial sector, this course will provide you with a good introduction to sanctions If you work in the public sector, you may benefit from furthering your understanding of how the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), the Treasury and other bodies work together to combat crime

Description For some years, the UK financial regulators have been placing expectations on firms to treat their customers fairly and with plenty of care. This includes vulnerable clients, or those defined by the FCA as individuals 'who, due to their personal circumstances, [are] especially susceptible to detriment, particularly when a firm is not acting with appropriate levels of care.' Throughout this course, you will gain insight into the definition of vulnerable clients and how your company can better cater to this group's needs, preferences, and personalities. More specifically, by the end of this course, you will be able to:  Know how vulnerable customer management started.  Understand what vulnerability means.  Recognise traits of vulnerability.  Demonstrate an awareness of the 4 key pillars of vulnerability and how the UK financial regulators think you can help manage vulnerable customers in your organisation. Training Duration This course may take up to 2 hours to be completed. However, actual study time differs as each learner uses their own training pace. Training Method The course is offered fully online using a self-paced approach. The learning units consist of reading material. Learners may start, stop and resume their training at any time. At the end of each session, participants take a Quiz to complete their learning unit and earn a Certificate of Completion upon completion of all units. Accreditation and CPD Recognition This programme has been developed by the London Governance and Compliance Academy (LGCA), a UK-recognised training institution. Registration and Access To register to this course, click on the Get this course button to pay online and receive your access instantly. If you are purchasing this course on behalf of others, please be advised that you will need to create or use their personal profile before finalising your payment. If you wish to receive an invoice instead of paying online, please contact us at info@lgca.uk.

Description This course offers a brief overview of MiFID II. It addresses the changes to the market structure under MiFID and MiFID II, and provides a sound grounding to the MiFID II provisions. Training Duration This course may take up to 2 hours to be completed. However, actual study time differs as each learner uses their own training pace. Participants This course is ideal for anyone wishing to be introduced to the MiFID II and the respective regulatory provisions. It is also suitable to professionals pursuing regulatory CPD in Financial Regulation. Training Method The course is offered fully online using a self-paced approach. The learning units consist of video presentations and reading material. Learners may start, stop and resume their training at any time. At the end of the training, participants take a Quiz to complete their learning and earn a Certificate of Completion. Accreditation and CPD Recognition This programme has been developed by the London Governance and Compliance Academy (LGCA), a UK-recognised training institution in collaboration with the European Institute of Management and Finance (EIMF). The syllabus is verified by external subject matter experts and can be accredited by regulators and other bodies for 2 CPD Units that approve education in financial regulation, such as the FCA. The course may be also approved for CPD Units by institutions which approve general financial training, such as the CISI. Eligibility criteria and CPD Units are verified directly by your association, regulator or other bodies which you hold membership. Registration and Access To register to this course, click on the Get this course button to pay online and receive your access instantly. If you are purchasing this course on behalf of others, please be advised that you will need to create or use their personal profile before finalising your payment. If you wish to receive an invoice instead of paying online, please contact us at info@lgca.uk. Access to the course is valid for 365 days.

Introduction: Finance is key to economic development. It provides an investment basis and supports the flow of income and expenses. A country's financial sector transforms its economic savings into investments. An efficient financial sector does not just accomplish that, but also encourages savings and increased investment. Eventually, it results in increased income levels, and faster economic growth of the country. The financial sector also provides money and methods of payments to support the exchange of economic goods and services. However, financial regulation is key to the efficient functioning of the financial sector. Financial regulation comes in to offer varied benefits to both consumers and players in the industry. This course covers the Financial Services and Markets Act (FSMA) in the United Kingdom. It is a key regulator of the UK financial sector. First, we give extensive details about the Act. The course explains what it is and the varied functions it plays in the UK's financial sector. It further explains the different regulatory bodies that work under the Financial Services and Markets Act, including subordinate legislation. Next, it states the various regulated financial activities in the UK under the financial framework. Finally, it concludes with a few benefits of regulating a financial services market.   What You Will Lean: What the Financial Services and Markets Act is and what it does The key roles and functions of the FSMA The regulatory bodies working under the Financial Services and Markets Act The benefits of regulating the financial services sector The varied functions of the FCA, PRA and FPC Benefits of This Course Taking this Course Will Help You: Understand the role of financial regulators Understand the different aspects of the financial services sector that the Act affects Understand the Financial Services and Markets Act and its role in the UK's financial services sector Learn the various bodies or regimes involved in financial regulation Learn the importance of financial regulation Gain basic knowledge of industry regulation before entering the financial sector to start a business

Anti-bribery and anti-corruption legislation globally has existed for some time, though enforcement is becoming more aggressive. There is heightened regulatory focus on how insurers obtain and retain business within emerging markets where bribery and corruption is prolific. Group rates available! Contact us here Description This course provides an overview of the UK Bribery Act 2010 and how it applies to businesses and organizations. The course covers a variety of topics, including: The definition of bribery and corruption The different types of bribery and corruption The penalties for bribery and corruption The steps that businesses can take to prevent bribery and corruption Training Duration This course may take up to 2 hours to be completed. However, actual study time differs as each learner uses their own training pace. Training Method The course is offered fully online using a self-paced approach. The learning units consist of reading material. Learners may start, stop and resume their training at any time. At the end of each session, participants take a Quiz to complete their learning unit and earn a Certificate of Completion upon completion of all units. Accreditation and CPD Recognition This programme has been developed by the London Governance and Compliance Academy (LGCA), a UK-recognised training institution. The syllabus is verified by external subject matter experts and can be accredited by regulators and other bodies for 2 CPD Units that approve education in financial regulation, such as the FCA. The course may be also approved for CPD Units by institutions which approve general financial training, such as the CISI. Eligibility criteria and CPD Units are verified directly by your association, regulator or other bodies which you hold membership. Registration and Access To register to this course, click on the Get this course button to pay online and receive your access instantly. If you are purchasing this course on behalf of others, please be advised that you will need to create or use their personal profile before finalising your payment. If you wish to receive an invoice instead of paying online, please contact us at info@lgca.uk.