Compliance is the act or state of conforming to a rule, standard, request, or requirement. It refers to following laws and regulations, adhering to procedures or policies, or behaving in accordance with expectations set by an authority or system.

The primary mission of the Compliance Certificate is to equip participants with the knowledge, skills, and practical tools required to understand, evaluate, and implement effective Compliance frameworks in modern organizations. This certificate aims to develop future leaders who can promote transparency, reduce risk, and foster a culture of responsible and sustainable decision-making.

You will not only learn the theories behind Compliance but also how to apply them in realistic scenarios. This includes identifying risks, developing Compliance programs, conducting internal audits, managing reporting systems, and fostering ethical organizational cultures.

By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

• Understand the history and emerge of compliance.
• Acquire knowledge of the core principles and basic role of compliance.
• Recognize the different types of compliance in the evolving world of business.
• Implement compliance procedures in different types of organizations.
• Identify the different types of risks which arise due to non-compliance (legal, financial, market, reputational risk).
• Associate the impact of non-compliance risks on the well-being and functioning of an organization.
• Distinguish the sanctions which are the outcome of non-compliance.

Through this certificate, participants will be able to develop and promote a culture of integrity and Compliance. The list of targeted audience includes the following professionals:

• Compliance officers
• Internal and external auditors
• Risk managers
• Legal counsel and regulatory affairs specialists
• Managers & supervisors (in any field, such as HR, IT, Finance, Data Security, healthcare)
• Contractors, vendors, and third-party partners
• Anyone seeking professional development

The core competencies developed through this certificate program are the following:

Technical Competencies

• Regulatory Knowledge: Understand industry-specific laws, regulations, and standards (such as AML, CFT, GDPR, HIPAA, SOX, data protection).
• Risk Identification & Assessment: Ability to spot Compliance risks in operations and processes.
• Policy & Procedure Interpretation: Apply internal policies, codes of conduct, and legal requirements.
• Internal Controls & Monitoring: Monitoring activities for red flags or suspicious behavior, and know how controls work to ensure Compliance.
• Reporting & Documentation Skills: Properly document incidents, and understand reporting channels and escalation pathways.

Behavioral Competencies

• Ethical Decision-Making: Choose actions that align with organizational values and legal standards.
• Integrity & Accountability: Demonstrating honesty & responsibility when facing Compliance issues.
• Professional Judgment: Exercise sound judgment when rules are ambiguous or risks are unclear.
• Compliance Culture Mindset: Promote a culture where Compliance is part of everyday work.

The basic language of the instruction will be English. However, some parts of the course will be discussed in Arabic to ensure proper understanding of technical topics and terminologies.

The program aims to provide participants with the knowledge and skills needed to establish effective Compliance systems within their organizations. Thus, it will address the following Compliance dimensions:

The course total duration is 18 hours, spread over 3 weeks and a half. The frequency of weekly meetings will be twice a week, with each meeting running for 2.5 hours. This certificate is delivered Online.

A Certificate of Attendance will be granted to all participants who fully attend the certificate program.

The facilitator is a Lawyer and a seasoned professional with very wide expertise in Compliance, Management, Law, and Governance.

She served as Head of Compliance in several local and international organizations, providing advice and training to senior managers on Compliance matters.

She also had senior roles in international banks and corporations demonstrating strong background in legal and business matters. She is proficient in regulations, with a track record in mitigating risks and maintaining ethical standards.