Compliance in Practice

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.

Compliance in Practice is a non-degree program for students who want to learn about compliance in real life. It is a 1 week program taught in English. This program helps students understand how to apply compliance rules in their jobs.

The curriculum covers specific subjects like compliance and risk management. Students develop skills like compliance monitoring and reporting. The program includes hands-on components to help students practice what they learn.

After completing this program, students can work as Compliance Managers, Risk Managers, Audit Managers, or Regulatory Affairs Specialists. They can work in banks, financial institutions, or consulting firms. This program can also help students become Compliance Consultants or Regulatory Compliance Officers.