A CPD Certified Training Course
Professional Certificate in Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC)
Work Efficiently & Effectively using the Best Practices in GRC
Course Overview
The CPD Certified Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) training course, offered by GLOMACS, is an intensive training course that provides the necessary knowledge to effectively design, enhance, and manage integrated GRC activities within an organization. The training course emphasizes the importance of understanding company obligations to mitigate risks and manage crises tactically. It also offers the ability to develop an ethical culture, establish acceptable behaviour standards, and exploit threats as a catalyst for organizational innovation and strategic planning.
The Professional Certificate in Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) training course's training methodology combines case studies, group live instruction, presentation and discussion of worked examples, with active participation from attendees encouraged throughout. Participants will acquire an understanding of the GRC concept, regulatory environment, risk management and compliance significance, and the ability to identify high-risk areas within their organization and apply a risk-based approach. The training course also provides insights into the role of the compliance officer and their team and offers practical skills to develop and implement a GRC strategic plan.
By attending this Professional Certificate in Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) training course, organizations are set to benefit from practical support for their GRC teams, better relevance and reliability in regulatory body analysis, strategic thinking and performance focus, and the preparation of their staff for enhanced responsibilities. On a personal level, participants will gain a profound understanding of GRC, best practices for avoiding situations that potentially lead to legal liability, the tools to identify policy violations, and increased self-confidence, job satisfaction, and supervisory skills. The target audience for this training course includes executives, board members, internal auditors, compliance officers and managers, governance, GRC, and legal professionals, and anyone responsible for GRC activities within their organization.
Training Outline
DAY 1: Compliance & Regulatory Environment
- Introduction Governance, Risk and Compliance ( GRC)
- An Overview of the Regulatory Environment
- The Objectives of Financial Services Regulation
- Key Regulations that Impact (transnational) Finance Institutions
- International Regulation
- Know Your Regulator
- Compliance Environment in Your Jurisdiction
- Compliance Function in Your Organization
- Compliance Risk Assessments
- Fraud Risk Assessment
- Organizational Risk Assessment
- Compliance Gap Analysis
DAY 2: Risk
- Main Types of Risk Classes that Firms Face and Must Cope With
- Characteristics of the Main Risk Classes
- Fundamental Concepts of Each of the Risk Classes
- Understanding a Risk Management Approach
- Risk Management Approach
- The Need for Internal Controls
- Identify, Mitigate and Control Risks
- Approaches to Risk Assessment
- Develop Appropriate Strategy to Detect Desired and Undesirable Events
DAY 3: Financial Crimes
- Money Laundering Laws
- Preventing Fraud
- Bribery and Corruption
- Market Abuse and Insider Dealing
- The Risk-based Approach to Money Laundering / Terrorist Financing
- Identifying High-risk Indicators - Understand what to do with the information and whom to escalate it to
- Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs)
- Sanctions
DAY 4: Governance
- National & International Environment for Corporate Governance
- Understanding the External / Internal Context of Your Organization
- Dealing with Stakeholders
- Board of Director’s Responsibilities
- Audit Committee
- Corporate Social Responsibility
- The Role of Public Disclosure
- Supervisors and Transparency
- Best Practices in Communication to the Right People
DAY 5: Governance, Risk Management and Compliance
- Concepts of the Model of 'Governance', 'Risk' and 'Compliance' (GRC)
- Principles of Governance, Risk and Compliance
- Governance, Risk Management and Compliance Roles and Responsibilities
- Governance, Risk Management and Compliance Integrated Approaches and their Key Enablers
- Role and Responsibilities of Board and Committees
- Selective Best Practices
- Building an Effective Model of Governance, Risk and Compliance in Your Organization
Certificates
- Upon successful completion of this training course, a personalised CPD certificate with the duration of the learning activity undertaken, will be issued by the CPD Certification Service as conforming to universally accepted Continuing Professional Development (CPD) guidelines
Accreditation
GLOMACS is a member of The CPD Certification Service and has become a part of the initiative to increase standards of CPD provision to professionals in relevant market sectors. We are approved to provide recognised independent CPD accredited training courses compatible with global CPD principles.
About Saudi Glomacs
At Saudi GLOMACS, we specialize in delivering world-class training courses in Saudi Arabia and across various international locations. Our training courses are tailored to meet the unique demands of Saudi Vision 2030 and the Human Capability Development Program, focusing on empowering Saudi citizens and enhancing workforce skills. We offer diverse courses spanning leadership, management, engineering, and technical disciplines to cultivate expertise and drive professional growth. Our flexible learning options—whether in-person, online, or in-house—ensure accessibility and convenience for individuals and organizations alike.
With over 30+ years of experience through the GLOMACS global network, we are committed to delivering innovative, results-driven training solutions. Our expert instructors combine industry knowledge with dynamic teaching methods, fostering practical skill development and long-term career success. By choosing Saudi GLOMACS, you're investing in personal excellence and contributing to the Kingdom’s sustainable economic growth and vision-driven transformation.
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