Master in Anti Money Laundering and Compliance
- Feb 20
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This Master study program in Anti Money Laundering and Compliance is a 100% research-based academic pathway designed for professionals and graduates who aim to strengthen their expertise in financial crime prevention, regulatory compliance, risk governance, and international financial integrity systems. The program is academically positioned at a level equal to EQF Level 7, corresponding to the second European cycle, and carries a workload equal to 60 ECTS.
In today’s globalized financial environment, institutions must operate within increasingly complex regulatory frameworks. From banking and fintech to corporate governance and public institutions, effective Anti-Money Laundering (AML) systems and compliance structures are essential to protect organizations from financial crime, reputational risk, and regulatory sanctions. This program develops advanced analytical, research, and policy evaluation skills necessary to address these challenges at both national and international levels.
The academic structure consists of five modules:
Two research-focused modules, strengthening quantitative and qualitative research methodologies, regulatory analysis, and policy evaluation frameworks.
Two general modules, providing broader perspectives in governance, ethics, risk management, and international regulatory systems.
One specialized module dedicated specifically to Anti Money Laundering and Compliance, covering global AML standards, financial crime typologies, compliance management systems, risk-based approaches, sanctions regimes, and regulatory reporting frameworks.
The program culminates in independent thesis and research activities, enabling participants to contribute academically and professionally to the evolving field of financial compliance and anti-financial crime regulation.
The standard duration is +12 months (minimum duration applies), with flexibility for extension to accommodate professional and research commitments. The research-based format ensures academic depth, strategic thinking, and practical policy relevance—making it particularly suitable for compliance officers, risk managers, financial regulators, auditors, banking professionals, and legal advisors.
This Master study program is structured to prepare graduates for leadership roles in compliance departments, financial institutions, regulatory bodies, consultancy firms, and international organizations, while fostering strong analytical and ethical decision-making capabilities in the fight against financial crime.
