Summary

This programme is tailored to provide in-depth insights into how to write an effective Suspicious Activity Report (SAR), focusing on key compliance lessons, red flags, and actionable AML practices.

This course is one of several courses within the Certificate in Anti-Money Laundering. If you wish to achieve this award, you must complete this course along with all other mandatory courses in the associated learning plan.

Audience

Course Objectives

• Understand the purpose and importance of SARs in detecting and preventing financial crime.
• Identify the key components of an effective SAR, including essential information and details to provide a clear, accurate report.
• Recognise the types of suspicious activities and red flags that should trigger SAR filing.
• Apply best practices for clear, detailed, and objective SAR writing to ensure regulatory compliance and aid law enforcement.

Course Structure

• Section 1: Understanding Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs)
• Section 2: Key Components of an Effective SAR
• Section 3: Recognising Suspicious Activity and Red Flags
• Section 4: Case Studies
• Knowledge Evaluation

Duration & CPD Hours

This course should take you between 45 and 90 minutes, depending upon your pace of learning. Additionally, this course is accredited by The CPD Certification Service and carries 1.5 CPD hours.