Integrated Risk & Corporate Governance Training Course

Audience

Designed for all Senior Management personnel who require a practical understanding of AML and CTF frameworks, their prevention mechanisms, and a broader awareness of current financial crime challenges.

Course Format

The program utilizes an interactive blend of:

• Facilitated group discussions
• Slide-based presentations
• Real-world case studies
• Practical examples

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

• Articulate strategies for preventing AML and CTF violations.
• Grasp the key components of AML and CTF as they relate to their organizations, as well as the national and international initiatives aimed at combating these issues.
• Outline measures for companies and staff to safeguard against the risks associated with Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing.
• Identify how organizations may become targets for these crimes and explain how to recognize, prevent, and report "red flags" indicative of suspicious or confirmed criminal activity.
• Gain insight into other significant areas of focus within financial crime.

Governance and Risk Oversight for AML/CTF is a strategic training initiative designed to bolster organizational resilience against financial crime by enhancing governance, risk management practices, and regulatory compliance.

This live, instructor-led program (available online or onsite) targets Board Members, Senior Executives, Compliance and AML Officers, as well as Risk Professionals at intermediate to advanced levels. It aims to equip them with structured AML/CTF frameworks to improve oversight, minimize regulatory exposure, and safeguard institutional reputation.

This instructor-led, live training in France (online or onsite) is aimed at business managers, IT managers, and risk and compliance managers who wish to implement the COBIT framework to optimize IT governance and management.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to design, develop, implement, monitor, and enhance IT governance and management using COBIT principles and methods.

This instructor-led, live training, based in Ottawa but also deliverable elsewhere, is aimed at managers and leaders who wish to strengthen their ability to lead difficult conversations with clarity, confidence, and accountability.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Structure high-impact conversations
• Address tension and misalignment constructively
• Improve team trust and accountability
• Lead with clarity under pressure

This instructor-led, live training in France (online or onsite) is designed for finance and asset management professionals at intermediate to advanced levels who aim to optimize asset tracking, control, and compliance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).

Upon completion of this training, participants will be capable of:

• Classifying and configuring fixed assets in accordance with IFRS regulations.
• Managing the creation, acquisition, and capitalization of assets.
• Implementing control measures for effective asset tracking and monitoring.
• Applying appropriate depreciation and amortization methods.
• Efficiently processing asset movements, transfers, and disposals.
• Ensuring compliance with financial reporting and audit standards.

This instructor-led, live training in France (online or onsite) is designed for intermediate-level finance and accounting professionals who wish to effectively manage, value, and audit fixed assets in compliance with accounting standards and regulations.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand the lifecycle and classification of fixed assets.
• Apply local and international accounting standards in asset valuation and depreciation.
• Manage fixed assets with proper controls, tools, and procedures.
• Comply with legal and tax frameworks relevant to asset management and reporting.

The 'Leadership for Directors and Board Members' course is designed to enhance the leadership and governance competencies of directors and board members.

This instructor-led, live training (available online or on-site) targets directors, executives, and board members who aim to develop strong leadership, governance, and decision-making skills at the board level.

Upon completion of this training, participants will be able to:

• Grasp the legal, ethical, and strategic duties associated with the role of directors and board members.
• Utilize principles of effective governance to boost organizational performance.
• Promote efficient communication and collaboration within the boardroom.
• Handle crises and manage risks at the executive level.

Course Format

• Interactive lectures and facilitated discussions.
• Case studies and role-playing exercises.
• Group activities and scenario-based analysis.

Customization Options

• For customized training arrangements for this course, please contact us.

This instructor-led, live training in France (available online or onsite) is designed for intermediate to advanced-level board members and directors seeking to enhance their leadership, governance, and decision-making skills.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Comprehend the core responsibilities and legal obligations of a director.
• Create robust governance structures and foster positive boardroom dynamics.
• Boost strategic decision-making and risk management proficiency.
• Elevate communication, leadership, and ethical decision-making at the board level.

This instructor-led, live training in France (online or onsite) is aimed at managers, supervisors, and technical professionals transitioning into leadership roles who wish to use structured leadership frameworks and communication tools to strengthen authority, delegation, and team performance in growing organizations.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Define and apply clear leadership authority and accountability within their scope.
• Delegate tasks and outcomes effectively while maintaining performance oversight.
• Conduct structured, direct, and constructive performance conversations.
• Communicate expectations clearly to improve engagement and cross-functional alignment.

Planning and Risk Assessment provides a structured methodology for identifying, evaluating, and mitigating potential risks within projects and operations.

This instructor-led live training, available online or on-site, is designed for beginner to intermediate-level professionals seeking to enhance their ability to plan effectively and manage risks in project or operational contexts.

Upon completion of this training, participants will be able to:

• Grasp the core principles and processes of effective planning.
• Identify and assess potential risks across various scenarios.
• Develop and execute strategies for risk mitigation.
• Integrate risk assessment activities into the broader project lifecycle.

Course Format

• Interactive lectures and group discussions.
• Collaborative exercises and scenario-based practice.
• Practical application through real-world case studies.

Customization Options

• For those seeking a tailored training experience, please contact us to arrange a customized session.

This instructor-led live training, held in France (online or onsite), is tailored for intermediate-level professionals aiming to develop a systematic approach to identifying, analyzing, and resolving issues through RCA methodologies.

By the conclusion of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand the fundamental concepts of RCA and continuous improvement cycles.
• Apply diverse RCA tools to identify the root causes of problems.
• Develop and implement effective problem-solving strategies.
• Integrate RCA into organizational improvement and prevention efforts.

The primary objective of this program is to shift the audit approach from a reactive "finding" mode to a proactive "prevention" strategy. By mastering Root Cause Analysis, the Internal Audit team will specifically target the elimination of recurring findings. This ensures that once a weakness is identified, the resulting recommendation provides a permanent solution, thereby safeguarding the company’s operational efficiency and financial integrity.

Failing to implement structured RCA creates a high-risk environment:

• Financial Erosion: Unresolved root causes in financial processes lead to cumulative leakages that increase over time.
• Resource Wastage: Auditors spend 40% more time re-auditing the same failed controls instead of focusing on new strategic risks.
• Diminished Authority: Repeatedly reporting the same issues weakens the Audit Division's influence with senior management and auditees.

This instructor-led, live training in France (online or onsite) targets intermediate-level internal auditors looking to enhance their audit effectiveness through the application of structured RCA techniques.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand RCA methodologies and their role in internal auditing.
• Identify and analyze the root causes of audit findings.
• Apply RCA tools such as the 5 Whys, Fishbone Diagram, and Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA).
• Develop corrective and preventive action plans based on RCA findings.
• Integrate RCA into the internal audit process to improve risk management.

This instructor-led, live training (online or onsite) is aimed at intermediate-level safety professionals and operational managers who wish to enhance their ability to investigate incidents, identify systemic weaknesses, and design effective corrective and preventive actions.

Course Objectives:

• Following this one-day session, participants will be able to:
  • Define risk, its origins, and its business impact, thereby increasing their overall awareness of the subject.
  • Identify specific scenarios that help organizations minimize and, ideally, eliminate risks.
  • Proactively forecast potential risks and challenges.
  • Explore various techniques for identifying, mitigating, and limiting risk.
  • Work with internal departments to strengthen the organization’s overall risk management framework.