Combating Terrorism Financing
Combating Terrorism Financing
As anti-money laundering (AML) and counter-financing of terrorism (CFT) systems continue to strengthen worldwide, it is crucial for professionals to have a clear and up-to-date understanding of terrorist financing threats. This course provides essential knowledge on identifying, analysing, and reporting terrorist financing activities.
Developed in co-operation with the **Egmont Group of Financial Intelligence Units**, this course is based on the content of the Egmont Group’s on-site **Terrorist Financing training**. It is designed for professionals working in financial intelligence, law enforcement, and compliance, as well as those seeking to enhance their understanding of terrorist financing.
What You Will Learn
Take your skills to the next level by mastering how to:
- Understand the different actors involved in combating terrorist financing
- Differentiate between money laundering and terrorist financing, including their similarities and differences
- Explain why terrorist groups require funds and identify the different sources of those funds
- Research and collect intelligence on terrorist groups
- Identify typical indicators of terrorist financing activity
- Create reports and visual graphs to support investigations and ensure proper dissemination
Course Format
- Self-paced: Learn at your own convenience.
- Structured sessions: Designed to build on each other—start with Session 1 for the best experience.
- Recommended device: Laptop or desktop for optimal learning.
Who Should Take This Course?
- Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) analysts
- Law enforcement officers and investigators
- Compliance officers in financial institutions
- Anti-money laundering (AML) and counter-terrorism financing (CFT) professionals
- Policy makers and regulators
Prerequisites
No prior experience in terrorist financing investigations is required, but familiarity with AML regulations and financial crime investigations is beneficial.
Duration
3 modules, 8 sessions, approximately 5 hours of learning time
Languages
English, Español, Português, Français, Latviešu, Български
Enrolment options
Course name Combating Terrorism Financing
As anti-money laundering (AML) and counter-financing of terrorism...