An Interactive 5-Day Training Course
Governance Arms of Risk Management
Internal Audit, Compliance and Anti-Money Laundering &
Combating Terrorism Finance
Course Overview
This innovative GLOMACS Governance Arms of Risk Management training course aims at realizing and improving the roles of Risk Management, Audit and Compliance & Anti-Money Laundering / Combating Terrorism Finance functions within the Corporate Governance parameters in order to achieve cooperation among these functions and improve their process and harmony.
Take the guesswork out of your decision making; deliver a better bottom line. Increase your credibility, satisfy your drive to be the best, and become the hero in your organization.
This training course will highlight:
- Improved Alignment to Mission, Vision and Values of the Organization
- Increased Decision-making Agility
- Increased Accountability for Key Objectives, Risks, and Initiatives
- Corporate Governance, what is it exactly?
- The Risk, Compliance & Internal Audit Triangle
- Risk Catalog & Risk Taxonomies
- The Evolution of Internal Auditing towards Risk-based Internal Auditing
- Risk-based Compliance
Training Outline
DAY 1: Corporate Governance, what is it exactly?
- Corporate Governance: Definition, Concept, Rules, Principles
- OECD Principles of CG
- Corporate Governance: Role of the Board of Directors and Management
- Responsibilities of Top Management and Board in Maintaining Good CG
- Effective Executive Management & Board Members
- Disclosure and Transparency
Corporate Governance, how to enforce it practically?
- Mechanisms, Processes & Relations by which corporations are controlled
- Difference between Executive and Non-Executive Board Members
- Board’s Committees: Roles and Responsibilities
- Role of Audit Committee / Risk Management Committee
- Remuneration Committee: A Sensitive Role
- Five Steps to Improve Corporate Governance
- Introduction of Sarbanes-Oxley Act in USA in 2002 (Enron / WorldCom)
DAY 2: Risk Catalog & Risk Taxonomies
- Introduction to Different Types of Risks Categories
- Risk Management Universe
- Risk Management Framework
- Fundamental Concepts of Enterprise Risk Management
- Identifying Credit Risks
- Identifying Financial Risks
- Identifying Operational Risks
- Identifying Legal Risks
- Identifying Political / Sovereign Risks
- Identifying Ethical Risks / Identifying Fraudulent Risks
- Identifying Non-compliance Risks
- Identifying Reputational Risks
DAY 3: The Risk, Compliance & Internal Audit Triangle
- The Fundamental Differences and Importance of its Convergence
- Overlapping: Healthy or Wasteful?
- Cooperation & Collaboration among these Functions
- Corporate Governance Committees: Audit Committee is No. 1
- Effective Executive Management & Board Members
The Evolution of Internal Auditing towards Risk-based Internal Auditing
- What is Risk-based Internal Auditing?
- The Transition from System-based to Risk-based Internal Auditing
- Different Approaches to Internal Auditing
- Risk-Based Audit Approach
- Risk-Based Audit Methodology
- How and why audit units move into risk based audit programs?
- Audit the Control Environment
DAY 4: Prepare Risk-Based Internal Audit Plan and Execute it
- Determination of Internal Auditing Universe
- Risk Mapping
- Risk Registration
- Developing Internal Auditing Plan
- Preparation of a Clear Plan to be Approved by Audit Committee
- Efficiency in the Non-recurrence of Audit Notes
- Audit References to Policies and Manual of Operational Rules & Regulations
- Identification and Classification of Audit Risk
Compliance Risk Assessment & Management
- Definition, Responsibilities and Goals
- Risk Assessment and Management Methodology
- Surveying for Threats & Assessing Vulnerabilities
- Risk Tolerance and Residual Risk
- Designing Controls for Risk Mitigation-Self-Assessments
- Review Design and Auditor Selection
- Program Development / Computer-assisted Auditing Techniques
DAY 5: Money Laundering
- Definition, Responsibilities and Goals
- Money Laundering Threats and Methods
- Terrorist Financing Threats and Methods
- International Standards for Anti – Money Laundering / Combatting Terrorism Finance
Compliance Program Governance for Anti – Money Laundering / Combatting Terrorism Finance
- Basic Terms and Definitions
- Regulatory Compliance Management Frameworks
- Regulatory Compliance by Design and Tone at the Top
- Roles and Responsibilities
- Board of Directors
- Senior Management
- Business Unit Leaders
- Compliance
- Legal
- Internal Audit
Certificates
- On successful completion of this training course, GLOMACS Certificate will be awarded to the delegates
- Continuing Professional Education credits (CPE) : In accordance with the standards of the National Registry of CPE Sponsor, one CPE credit is granted per 50 minutes of attendance
Accreditation
GLOMACS is registered with NASBA as a sponsor of Continuing Professional Education (CPE) on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. NASBA have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be submitted to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors through its website: www.learningmarket.org.
All Training Seminars delivered by GLOMACS by default are eligible for CPE Credit.
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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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