Key Information
Campus | Level | Format | |||
Domain Academy | Diploma | Blended | |||
Duration | Pace | Fees | |||
1 Academic Year | Part Time | € 3,500 | |||
Application Deadline | Start Date | Assessment | |||
Sept 2024 | Sept 2024 | Assignments |
About this Course
This is an Accredited Course by the Malta Further & Higher Education Authority (MFHEA), at MQF/EQF Level 5 with 60 ECTS. This programme provides students with an understanding of how the financial markets operate, the key players and the issues that they are currently facing. Throughout this course students will be exposed to various elements of the financial word including money and banking and the different types of financial markets and instruments used in this industry. An important underlying aspect of this course is the Maltese laws and regulation which govern the industry. Furthermore, throughout this course students will also be exposed to equity market derivatives, which are complex investment vehicles being used in the financial services industry. This course also addresses anti-money laundering practices including terrorist financing and sanctions. Students will be made aware of various sanctions that exist and different ways how to combat money laundering and terrorism financing. Upon completion of this programme students will have a vast knowledge of how the financial system and the keys players operate, the importance of anti-money laundering and different ways howto value investment projects.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of the Undergraduate Diploma in Anti-Money Laundering programme, the learner will be able to:
- Develop a comprehensive understanding of the banking and finance industry
- Understand the local financial regulatory framework
- Explain the roles and functions of various financial markets.
- Build an ethical approach to banking and finance by identifying fraudulent financial activity and money laundering activities.
Awarding Body
This qualification is awarded by Domain Academy. This qualification is accredited by the Malta Further and Higher Education Authority. MFHEA deems this Undergraduate Diploma in Anti-Money Laundering to be at MQF/EQF Level 5 with 60 ECTS in the Malta Qualifications Framework and the European Qualifications Framework for lifelong learning.
Entry Requirements
Applicants should hold:
- Relevant qualification at MQF/EQF level 4 which includes a module on Research Methods; OR
- Relevant qualification at MQF/EQF level 4 and Research Methods as a module; OR
- Relevant qualification at MQF/EQF level 4 and work experience in conducting first hand research; OR
- At least 3-year relevant Industry Experience as defined in Domain Academy’s RPL which includes work experience in conducting first hand research.
- If English is not your first language, you will need to sit for an internal English assessment.
If an applicant does not meet the above entry requirements, you are encouraged to contact the Academy for an interview.
Assessment Mode
Formative assessment The goal of formative assessment is to monitor student learning to provide ongoing feedback that can be used by lecturers to improve their teaching and by students to improve their learning and development. More specifically, formative assessments throughout the modules will: – help students identify their strengths and weaknesses and target areas that need improvement – help lecturers recognise where students are struggling and address problems immediately Summative assessment Assessments will be designed according to the guidelines of each module specification. In general, the assessments will enable learners to demonstrate achievement of learning outcomes across the individual elements of the program. The range of assessments utilized will normally include essays, reports, presentations and other structured assignments.
Language of Instruction & Delivery Mode
This programme will be delivered in English as a Blended Learning Course. The course will be delivered at our Domain Academy Campus in Mosta and as Live Online Lessons.
Course Funding Schemes
This course is eligible for individual funding through these schemes: GET QUALIFIED SCHEME Candidates can benefit from a 70% rebate of the course fee via tax credits. Learn more about this scheme