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November ,3 2024 Updated
2hIntermediateBusiness
October ,16 2024 Updated
2hIntermediateBusiness
October ,16 2024 Updated
2hIntermediateBusiness
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.
October ,14 2024 Updated
30hIntermediateBusiness
The AGRC Certificate in Risk Management is a comprehensive programme aimed at providing participants with a deep understanding of risk and risk management within the financial services sector. This course covers a wide array of topics, including the regulatory environment, risk identification, and the three lines of defence model. By the end of the program, participants will be equipped with the knowledge and practical skills required to navigate the intricacies of financial risk management. Whether you’re a student, professional, or simply interested in financial risk management, this course offers a solid foundation in this critical field. The expected learning outcomes encompass an array of skills, from understanding risk principles to conducting risk assessments and applying risk management frameworks in practical scenarios. This program is a valuable educational journey for those seeking to excel in the dynamic world of financial services. Some of the topics to be covered by this Certificate include:
  • Principles of Risk and Risk Management
  • The Financial Services Sector
  • Impact of Risk in Financial Services
  • The Regulatory Environment in Financial Services
  • Establishing and Applying a Risk Management Framework
  • Approaches Used to Identify, Assess, and Treat Risks
  • The Three Lines of Defence Model
  • Sources of Risk in Financial Services
  • Risk Assessments in Financial Services
  • Risk Treatment and Incident Response
October ,14 2024 Updated
15hIntermediateBusiness
The AGRC Certificate in Corporate Governance provides participants with a thorough understanding of a topic that has gained increasing significance and attention amongst corporations, regulators, and researchers. At the same, the Certificate offers guidance as to how corporations can best prepare in creating solid governance structures that will help them deal with the myriad of modern-day corporate challenges and risks. Syllabus: Introduction to Corporate Governance
  • Definition of Corporate Governance
  • Ethics and Governance
  • Key Relevant Governance Theories
  • Agency Theory
  • Stakeholder Theory
The Benefits of Corporate Governance
  • Board of Directors
  • Duties and Responsibilities of Directors
  • Specific Requirements for Financial Institutions
  • Board Appointments and Composition
  • Independent and Non-Executive Directors (INEDs)
  • The Importance of Diversity in a Board
  • Committee Structure
  • Board Committees
  • Committee Structure
  • Audit Committee
  • Risk Committee
  • Nominations Committee
  • Remuneration Committees
  • Key Post-Holders in a Board
  • Chair of the Board
  • Senior Independent Director (SID)
  • CEO (Ex-Officio Board Member)
  • Evaluation & Continuous Development
  • Knowledge of Industry and OrganisationInternal Control Mechanisms
  • Internal Controls and Risk Management
  • Three-Lines of Defence model
Intra-Board Relations
  • Effective Meetings
CSR, ESG and Sustainability
  • Definitions of Relevant Terms
  • Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)
  • Environmental Social Governance (ESG)
  • Sustainability
  • The Business Case for CSR, ESG, and Sustainability
  • ESG, Sustainability, and the Role of the Board
September ,4 2024 Updated
20hIntermediateBusiness

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