CDD and the Risk-Based Approach

The International Compliance Association (ICA), founded in 2001 and based in the United Kingdom, is a professional membership and certification body focused on regulatory compliance, anti-money laundering and financial crime prevention. Operating globally with members in more than 150 countries, ICA delivers practical qualifications and training tailored to compliance professionals across the public and private sectors. Its programs are designed to align professional competence with evolving regulatory expectations.

ICA combines applied learning with rigorous standards to help individuals and firms build resilient compliance cultures. Courses range from introductory certificates to advanced diplomas, and are developed in consultation with regulators, financial institutions and industry experts. The association’s resources, thought leadership and professional network help learners stay current with best practices in governance, risk management and ethical conduct in complex regulatory environments.

Students and professionals engage with ICA to enhance career prospects, demonstrate professional credibility and access a global community of peers. Training options include flexible delivery modes to suit working professionals, and membership offers continuing professional development and networking. For those aiming to specialize in compliance, financial crime prevention or governance, ICA provides recognized qualifications and practical tools to advance competence and impact within organizations worldwide.

CDD and the Risk-Based Approach is a non-degree program that teaches students about customer due diligence and risk-based approaches. It is one week long and taught in English. This program helps students learn how to assess and manage risk.

The curriculum covers customer due diligence, risk assessment, and risk management. Students learn how to identify and manage risks, and take part in exercises to help them understand the material.

After completing this program, students can work as Risk Managers, Compliance Officers, or Financial Analysts. They can work in banks, financial institutions, or consulting firms, helping to assess and manage risk.