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Description

AML/CFT: Conducting KYC on Individual Clients, Verifying and Documenting Controls

Conduct a compliant onboarding process and build a client file that withstands scrutiny

  • 0.43 days — 3 h
  • In-person or virtual
  • Foundation
  • Up to 6 participants

Client onboarding is often carried out remotely and under commercial time pressure. Documents are collected without being genuinely verified, the source of funds is not evidenced and the client profile is never refreshed afterwards. When an unusual transaction occurs, the file neither explains it nor demonstrates the due diligence actually performed.

Three hours to work through the KYC process for an individual client from end to end: identification, verification, client knowledge, risk classification and the corresponding level of due diligence. The session also covers ongoing file updates and the traceability of the checks carried out.

Learning objectives

  • Identify the information to be collected at onboarding
  • Verify client identity according to the situation encountered
  • Evidence the source of funds and the purpose of the business relationship
  • Assign the client a reasoned risk rating
  • Adapt due diligence measures to the risk rating applied
  • Document due diligence so it can be produced during a control review

What makes this programme different

The KYC file is built document by document using realistic cases
Remote onboarding is addressed together with its weak points
A client risk rating grid is built and then tested during the session

Programme

1Identify and verify

Building the foundation of the file

  • Collect the identification details of the individual
  • Verify identity face to face and remotely
  • Handle powers of attorney and representation arrangements
  • Detect politically exposed persons and sensitive situations

2Know your client

Giving meaning to the file

  • Document the purpose and nature of the business relationship
  • Gather information on wealth and professional situation
  • Evidence the source of funds
  • Formalise the expected transaction profile

3Rate the risk and maintain due diligence

Keeping the file alive after account opening

  • Build the client risk rating criteria
  • Adapt due diligence measures to the rating applied
  • Organise periodic review and updating of the file
  • Respond to a transaction that departs from the profile
  • Document the checks performed and the decisions taken

Who is it for

Relationship managers, advisers and compliance staff involved in onboarding individual clients.

Prerequisites

No prerequisites

Dates & locations

12 scheduled dates between November 2026 and December 2027. Seats are confirmed in the order enquiries are received.

November 2026

December 2026

January 2027

February 2027

March 2027

April 2027

May 2027

June 2027

September 2027

October 2027

November 2027

December 2027

None of these dates suit you? We open additional sessions on request, and any programme can be run privately for your team.

Practical details

Before the programme
Online positioning questionnaire. Your development objectives are shared with the trainer, who tailors the practical case studies to your context.
Teaching methods
Theoretical input, workshops and practical case studies. Digital course materials and method sheets provided.
Assessment
Multiple-choice tests and role-play exercises. Assessment of learning at the start and end of the programme, with immediate and 60-day follow-up evaluations.
After the programme
One year of access to the e-learning platform. Self-assessment of the skills acquired and a 30-day follow-up session with your trainer.
How to register
Registration online or on the basis of a quotation.
Lead time
11 working days after confirmation of registration.
Accessibility
Accessible to people of determination. Contact our accessibility coordinator to design a suitable solution: contact@mpf-academy.ae
Start dates
Rolling intake: in addition to the scheduled sessions, this programme can start on request.