Certified Compliance Officer

Ideal for new entrants and mid-career professionals transitioning into compliance roles.
2026 Schedule Available
Up to 70% IBF Subsidy and NTUC UTAP Funding

Programme Overview

Flexible, Practitioner-Led Training for Today’s Compliance Needs

Whether you are new to compliance, transitioning into a risk-related role, or making a career switch, this practical, industry-recognised programme equips you with the essential skills to build a strong foundation, deepen your understanding of regulatory practices, and achieve certification to succeed in Singapore’s financial industry.

 

Led by senior leaders from Singapore’s financial services sector, the Certified Compliance Officer Programme delivers hands-on, practitioner-led training, real-world insights, and peer engagement to help you navigate today’s evolving regulatory landscape.

 

You will build essential capabilities in compliance fundamentals, risk management, ethics, and data privacy — all core to thriving in any compliance role. The programme consists of four modules: three compulsory foundation modules and one specialist module of your choice from three options.

 

WMI Compliance certifications are cited as preferred qualifications by hiring managers.

Source: Various job boards and portals in Singapore.

 

Key Learning Outcomes
By the end of this programme, you will be able to:

  • Interpret and apply key financial regulations including Banking Act, Securities and Futures Act, Financial Advisors Act, MAS Notices on Anti Money laundering
  • Develop and implement effective compliance policies and procedures
  • Identify, assess, and mitigate compliance risks
  • Foster a strong culture of ethics and compliance within your organisation

 

Programme Highlights

  • Interactive learning led by industry leaders and seasoned practitioners
  • Hands-on application of compliance concepts through case studies
  • Access to a professional network of compliance experts
  • IBF-accredited certification upon successful completion

Who Should Attend

  • New entrants to the compliance and risk management field
  • Legal professionals
  • Risk and audit specialists
  • Compliance officers
  • Consultants and accountants advising financial institutions

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Modules

Participants will complete 4 modules:

  • 3 compulsory foundation modules
  • 1 specialist module (choose from 3 options)

Each module covers different topics and subject matters. They can be taken individually or together, to cater to the varying focus and interests of each firm, talent and professional. Participants must complete a total of 4 modules – 3 compulsory modules and 1 specialist module out of the 3 possible options. A participant who passes all 3 compulsory modules and 1 specialist module will be awarded the Certified Compliance Officer certification.

Compulsory Modules

Specialist Modules (Choose Any)

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Note:

In addition to Course Fees, each participant will also be charged a non-refundable and non-claimable application fee of S$85 (including GST).

 

Prices shown are based on the prevalent IBF-STS subsidies. T&Cs apply.

 

NTUC members enjoy 50% unfunded# course fee support for up to $250 each year when you sign up for courses supported under Union Training Assistance Programme (UTAP). NTUC members aged 40 and above will get increased funding support from $250 to $500.

#Unfunded course fee refers to the balance course fee payable after applicable government subsidies. This may include materials fees, registration fees and misc fees.

 

Click here to read more about the terms & conditions governing registration, payment, cancellation, deferment and no-show.

 

The information above is correct at the time of publication. Wealth Management Institute reserves the right to amend the fees and/or terms and conditions as appropriate.

Schedule

Schedule for Class Run

Core Modules


Foundation Compliance – Risks, Ethics, and Culture
– 31 July 2025 (In-person – Limited seats available)
– 23–25 September 2025 (Virtual – 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM)

Foundation Compliance Policy
– 4 August 2025

Ethics, Regulations and Compliance – Financial Products & Regulations
– Self-paced e-Learning to complete before last module.

Specialisation Modules (Choose One)


Foundation Regulatory Compliance – 21 August 2025

Foundation Financial Crime Compliance – 5 September 2025

Foundation Compliance Analytics – To Be Confirmed (TBC)
Modules
Modules

Certification

Participants who successfully complete the programme will be awarded: 

Accreditation

Accreditation

IBF Standards Training Scheme (IBF-STS)

 

Find out more at www.ibf.org.sg/home/for-individuals/skills-and-jobs-development/training-support/IBF-STS.

Certification

Certification

Participants who successfully complete the programme will be awarded:

 

WMI Certification

  • Certified Compliance Officer (Regulatory Compliance)
  • CPD hours (IBF-STS and Core FAA/SFA CPD)

 

IBF Certification

  • Eligible for the IBF Advanced (Level 1) Certification in Compliance Advisory, Analytics, and Financial Crime Compliance. T&Cs apply.

 

 

About IBF Certification

The following programme addresses the following Technical Skills and Competencies (TSCs) and proficiency level:​

 

Foundation Compliance – Risks, Ethics and Culture

  • Ethical Culture PL 3
  • Business Risk Assessment PL 3
  • Corporate Governance PL 3
  • Risk Management PL 3

 

Foundation Compliance Policy

  • Stakeholder Management PL 3
  • Compliance Mindset Development PL 3​

 

Ethics, Regulations & Compliance – Financial Products & Regulation

  • Industry Products: Corporate Banking PL 2
  • Industry Products: Private Banking and Wealth Management PL 2
  • Industry Products: Retail Banking PL 2
  • Laws and Regulations: Corporate Banking PL 2
  • Laws and Regulations: Private Banking and Wealth Management PL 2
  • Laws and Regulations: Retail Banking

Foundation Financial Crime Compliance

  • Customer Acceptance Checking and Onboarding PL 3
  • Regulatory and Legal Advisory PL 3
  • Regulatory Compliance PL 3

 

Foundation Regulatory Compliance

  • Regulatory and Legal Advisory PL 3
  • Regulatory Compliance PL 3

 

Foundation Compliance Analytics*

  • Business Requirements Mapping PL 3
  • Data Collection and Analysis PL 3
  • Data Mining and Modelling PL 3
  • Data Storytelling and Visualisation PL 3
  • Risk Analytics PL 3

*This module is not eligible for core CPD Hours.

 

Participants are encouraged to access the IBF MySkills Portfolio (https://www.ibf.org.sg/home/for-individuals/resource-tools/myskills-portfolio) to track their training progress and skills acquisition against the Skills Framework for Financial Services. You can apply for IBF Certification after fulfilling the required number of Technical Skills and Competencies (TSCs) for the selected job role.​

Find out more about IBF certification and the application process at https://www.ibf.org.sg/home/for-individuals/ibf-certification/why-be-ibf-certified

FAQs

Register for Online Information Session

Get a chance to speak with our team in an online information session to learn more about WMI’s Certified Compliance Officer programme.

 

Register now for a one-hour virtual session every Tuesday at 5pm (except on public holidays and other blackout dates) to receive an overview of the programme and have any enquiries about WMI addressed at your convenience.

 

Upcoming Dates

14 May 2024, Tuesday, 5pm
21 May 2024, Tuesday, 5pm

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