GCI – Know Your Customer Specialist (KYCS) Certification

Why KYC Compliance Matters

Know Your Customer (KYC) is a foundational pillar of financial crime prevention. With global regulatory requirements intensifying, organizations must ensure their staff are trained in effective customer due diligence, onboarding processes, and risk-based compliance measures.

The KYCS certification by the Global Compliance Institute (GCI) and exam training delivered by Crowe UAE Academy, provides practical, up-to-date knowledge for professionals working in AML/CFT, regulatory compliance, and customer onboarding roles.

This course is aligned with international CPD standards and enhances both individual capability and institutional compliance.

Who Should Attend?

This certification is ideal for professionals working in:

Compliance Officers, Customer Service, Account Opening, front liners and Back-office staff in the following industries:

• Banking Industry
• Insurance and reinsurance Companies
• Brokerage Firms
• Leasing and Microfinance Companies
• Lending Firms
• Exchange Houses and Money Service Business

 Workers in the supervisory authorities in

• Central Banks
• Financial Sector Regulatory Authorities
• Financial Intelligence Units FIUs
• Tax Authorities
• Related Ministries and government bodies

 College-business graduates

• Who are interested in working in the Banking and Finance Industry

What You Will Learn:

1. Introduction to KYC and International Context
2. Customer Onboarding Requirements
3. Customer Tax Status (FATCA & CRS)
4. Risk-Based Approach in Customer Due Diligence
5. Account Opening Processes and Ongoing Monitoring
6. Digital Identity and Online Onboarding

This practical and modular approach ensures immediate applicability across various compliance and customer-facing roles.

Course Details:

• Duration: 5 sessions × 3 hours
• Schedule: Weekdays or Weekends (flexible)
• Mode: Online (Live in English)
• Fee: AED 1,000 (Inclusive of VAT)
• Batch Starts: 3 August, 2025 (2 days in a week)

Limited-Time Offer

Enjoy a 10% discount on GCI Exam Registration fee when you register through Crowe UAE Academy before 30 June 2025.

Register Now: https://forms.gle/f2GpTcDXUofqWVbC9  

Trainer:

Dr. Mahmoud Abdul Karim: A bilingual expert with extensive experience in corporate finance, training, and financial modelling. He is also an associate member and is certified by CISI.

Secure your place in this high-demand course and upgrade your professional credentials in KYC compliance.