Study Fee: Click here to view the t(/study-fee)uition and subscription options.(/study-fee)(/study-fee) Monthly study plans start from €499 per month, depending on the program and level of academic support selected.

Study Method: This program is delivered 100% online, allowing students to study from anywhere in the world with flexible scheduling. Students may also have the option to attend the graduation ceremony in Switzerland, subject to visa approval and travel regulations.

Study Language: The program is delivered in English. Students are expected to have sufficient English language proficiency to complete the coursework and academic requirements.

Applications can be submitted online through our admission portal.(/apply)(/apply) Applicants may also contact or visit our offices in different regions, including: • Europe: Switzerland • GCC: Dubai (UAE) • Asia: Bishkek Our admissions team will guide you through the application and enrollment process.

Programs are offered through a flexible monthly subscription system, allowing students to progress at their own pace while maintaining access to academic resources and support services.

This program has a minimum study period depending on the academic level and program structure. Students may complete the program at their own pace while maintaining an active monthly subscription.

Admission Requirements

Applicants should meet the academic entry requirements for the respective program level. Typical requirements may include: • A previous academic qualification relevant to the program level • A copy of passport or national ID • Curriculum Vitae (CV) or resume • Completed online application form Additional documents may be requested depending on the program and the institution delivering the program.

Certification / Degree Awarded

Upon successful completion of all academic requirements, students will receive the corresponding certificate or academic degree issued by the responsible institution within the VBNN Smart Education Group network.

Master in Financial Crimes and Money Laundering

Feb 20
2 min read

This Master study program is a 100% research-based academic pathway designed for professionals and graduates seeking advanced expertise in financial crime prevention, anti-money laundering (AML), financial investigations, compliance, and regulatory governance. Positioned at a study level equal to EQF Level 7 and aligned with the Second European Cycle, the program emphasizes analytical rigor, research competence, and evidence-based policy evaluation in complex financial and regulatory environments.

With an academic workload equivalent to 60 ECTS, the program is structured over +12 months, offering a defined minimum duration while allowing flexibility for learners who wish to extend their studies in line with professional commitments. The research-focused framework strengthens participants’ abilities to critically assess financial systems, detect illicit financial flows, and develop strategic responses to economic crime.

The curriculum consists of five modules, carefully structured to ensure academic depth and specialization:

Two research-oriented modules covering advanced research methodologies, forensic financial analysis, quantitative and qualitative investigative techniques, and regulatory impact assessment.
Two general modules addressing governance, ethics, international regulatory frameworks, compliance management, and institutional risk control.
One specialized module in Financial Crimes and Money Laundering, focusing on anti-money laundering frameworks, counter-terrorism financing (CTF), fraud detection, corruption analysis, financial intelligence systems, digital financial crime, and international compliance standards.

The program concludes with a comprehensive thesis and structured research activities, enabling participants to produce applied research relevant to financial institutions, regulatory authorities, enforcement agencies, and international compliance bodies.

This Master study program is particularly suited for professionals working in banking, financial services, compliance departments, regulatory authorities, auditing, forensic accounting, risk management, law enforcement, and international financial governance who aim to enhance their research capacity and strategic expertise in combating financial crimes.