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• M24074 - EDD: Dealing with Non-Reputable and High Risk Jurisdictions (Online)

  • When
    5 Dec 2024
  •  
    13:30 - 15:30
  • Location
    Online Webinar

  Register

  Registration Time:13:15
  Sessions Time: 13:30- 15:30  No Break
  Speakers: Dr Elizabeth Borg
  Venue:   Online Webinar

  
  

  Participation Fees 
  MIA Members: €28

  Non-MIA Members: €50.00

  Retired Members: €15.00

  Students: €20.00

  *Group bookings for 3 or more participants available.

  
  

  BACKGROUND INFORMATION

  More often than not, the terms ‘High-Risk’ and ‘Non-Reputable’ countries are often used interchangeably within the context of Anti-Money Laundering and Countering the Financing of Terrorism (AMLCFT).  The course aims to help Subject Persons to distinguish between the two jurisdictional concepts as well helps them identify what are the measures required to be adopted by the Subject Person.  The course shall review the different sources that may be utilised by a Subject Person. The course shall equip participants with the necessary know-how of how to apply the risk-based approach when faced with high-risk and non-reputable jurisdictions  
  

  SPECIFIC TOPICS TO BE COVERED DURING THE SESSION

  • Understanding the concept of non-reputable jurisdictions 

  • Referring to FATF documents & European Commission Delegated Regulation identifying High Risk Third Countries 

  • Understanding the concept of high risk jurisdictions 

  • The risk-based approach 

  • Measures to adopt to implement EDD

  Why is the session of relevance to our members?

  In this connection, when dealing with natural or legal persons established or linked with a non-reputable jurisdiction,subject persons are explicitly required to apply commensurate EDD (Enhanced Due Diligence) measures accordingly. The course shall provide participants with the necessary knowledge to identify the right measures to adopt in case of high risk and non-reputable jurisdictions 

  Target Audience

  
  

  • Subject Persons

  • Compliance officers

  • MLROs

  • Monitoring Functions

  • Directors of subject persons

  • Compliance executives

  Speaker's ProfilE

  Dr. Elizabeth Sammut Borg, a seasoned lawyer and compliance specialist, currently holds the
  position of Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO) for both CSP and Retirement Pension
  Scheme companies. Previously, Elizabeth headed the the compliance and legal division as
  Director of Legal and Compliance at Dixcart Management Malta Limited, serving also as MLRO
  and Compliance Officer on companies licenced to offer CSP and trustee services.
  As a dedicated compliance specialist, Elizabeth focuses on navigating the intricate landscape
  of anti-money laundering and counter-financing of terrorism regulations as well as specialising
  in regulatory compliance for CSPs and trustees. Her extensive experience extends to serving
  as MLRO for CSPs, Trustees, and Fiduciaries, as well as retirement pension schemes
  companies. Beyond her role, Elizabeth provides AML training and guidance contributing to
  the development and enhancement of compliance standards within the industry.
  Dr Borg graduated as a lawyer in 2010, subsequently reading Master’s Degree in International
  Criminal Law, with the United Nations Interregional Crime Institute in Turin. Before joining
  Dixcart, Elizabeth served as an employment law prosecutor and also worked at the Court of
  the European Union in Luxembourg, as a legal jurist in the research and documentation
  department

  EVeNT CPE COMPETENCies

  2 Core

  WEBINARS TERMS AND CONDITIONS

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  DISCLAIMER

  By Registering and/or Booking for this event, you agree that MIA will collect your information which will be using it in accordance with its Privacy Notice available at the following link.

  Please note that all webinars are recorded by the MIA. Such recordings will be retained by the MIA for internal use.

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• M24106 - The role of Subject Persons in Sanctions Monitoring

  • When
    10 Dec 2024
  •  
    09:15 - 12:30
  • Location
    The Notch Conference Centre

  Register

  This event is being organised by the MIA AML Committee 

  Venue: The Notch Conference Centre

  Registration Time: 08:00 - 09:00
  Sessions Time: 09:15 - 12:30 

  Member: €55

  Non-Member: €75
  Retired Member: €45
  Student: €40

  
  

  Agenda

  08:00 – 09:00: Registration

  09:15 – 09:30: Introduction by the Chairperson of the AML Committee - Ms Ariane Azzopardi

  Sanctions Monitoring: Objective, Requirements and the Role of Subject Persons

  09:30 – 10:30: Sanctions Monitoring: Objective, Requirements and the role of Subject Persons

  Moderator: Ms Ariane Azzopardi, Chirperson of the MIA AML Committee

  Speakers:

  Ms Angela Fleri Soler, MIA AML Committee Member

  Dr Alessia Carbone, First Secretary Global Issues at the Ministry for Foreign and European Affairs and Trade

  Ms Gabrielle Caligari-Conti, Manager (Project Management) at the Ministry for Foreign and European Affairs and Trade

  10.30 – 10.45: Coffee Break

  10.45 – 11.30: Sanctions Monitoring: the Role of the FIAU and Key Considerations for Subject Persons

  Moderator: Dr Rakele Cini, MIA AML Committee Member

  Speakers:

  Ms Elena Attard, Senior Manager, Supervision, FIAU

  Dr Alessia Carbone, First Secretary Global Issues at the Ministry for Foreign and European Affairs and Trade

  11:30 – 12:20: Case Studies

  Moderator: Mr Alan Craig, Deputy Chairperson of the MIA AML Committee

  Speakers

  Ms Lucienne Pace Ross, MIA AML Committee Member

  Ms Elena Attard, Senior Manager, Supervision, FIAU

  Ms Gabrielle Caligari-Conti, Manager (Project Management) at the Ministry for Foreign and European Affairs and Trade

  12.20 – 12.30: Concluding Comments by the Deputy Chairperson of the AML Committee - Mr Alan Craig

  EVENT CPE COMPETENCies

  3 Core

  
  

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  TERMS & CONDITIONS  apply

  
  

  DISCLAIMER

  By Registering and/or Booking for this event, you agree that MIA will collect your information which will be using it in accordance with its Privacy Notice available at the following link.

  The Malta Institute of Accountants may take photos during this event. These images will be used by the Institute to share news about the event in newsletters, the Annual Report, The Accountant journal and printed publicity. Photos can also be published on MIA’s social media channels including Facebook, Linkedln and Instagram. Such images may be used to publicise future events of the same nature and for reporting purposes.

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• M25013 - Establishing a Solid Business Risk Assessment (Online)

  • When
    16 Jan 2025
  •  
    09:15 - 12:30
  • Location
    Online Webinar

  Register

  Registration Time: 09:00
  Sessions Time: 09:15 - 12:30  including a 15-minute break
  Speaker: Dr Elizabeth Sammut Borg 
  Venue:   Online Webinar

  Participation Fees 
  MIA Members: €40.00
  Non-MIA Members: €75.00
  Retired Members: €20.00
  Students: €30.00

  *Group bookings for 3 or more participants available.

  BACKGROUND INFORMATION

  During this session the Business Risk Assessment shall be analyzed as a process whereby the subject person identifies the threats and vulnerabilities that it is exposed to and assess the likelihood and impact of AML/CFT risks. On the basis of this assessment, the subject person will be able to determine which areas to prioritise in terms of AML/CFT and ensure that its AML/CFT measures, policies, control and procedures are commensurate with AML/CFT risks it faces to mitigate the same.

  SPECIFIC TOPICS TO BE COVERED DURING THE SESSION

  • Introduction to the concept of the Risk Based Approach

  • Introduction to the BRA

  • Content of the BRA

  • Risk Factors inherent within the BRA

  • Methodology to calculate inherent and residual risk

  • Good Practices

  Why is the session of relevance to our members?

  Attendees will have a better understanding on the creation and implementation of the BRA expectations and contents. 

  Target Audience

  • MLROs

  • Designate Employees

  • AML/CFT specialists

  • Directors of Subject Persons

  • Compliance

  Speaker's Profile

  Dr. Elizabeth Sammut Borg, a seasoned lawyer and compliance specialist, currently holds the
  position of Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO) and Compliance Officer for
  Investment Firms, CSP and Retirement Pension Scheme companies. Previously, Elizabeth
  headed the the compliance and legal division as Director of Legal and Compliance at Dixcart
  Management Malta Limited, serving also as MLRO and Compliance Officer on companies
  licenced to offer CSP and trustee services.
  As a dedicated compliance specialist, Elizabeth focuses on navigating the intricate landscape
  of anti-money laundering and counter-financing of terrorism regulations as well as specialising
  in regulatory compliance for CSPs and trustees. Her extensive experience extends to serving
  as MLRO for CSPs, Trustees, and Fiduciaries, as well as retirement pension schemes
  companies. Beyond her role, Elizabeth provides AML training and guidance contributing to
  the development and enhancement of compliance standards within the industry.
  Dr Borg graduated as a lawyer in 2010, subsequently reading Master’s Degree in International
  Criminal Law, with the United Nations Interregional Crime Institute in Turin. Before joining
  Dixcart, Elizabeth served as an employment law prosecutor and also worked at the Court of
  the European Union in Luxembourg, as a legal jurist in the research and documentation
  department

  EVeNT CPE COMPETENCies

  
  

  3  Core

  
  

  WEBINARS TERMS AND CONDITIONS

  Terms and conditions  apply

  
  

  DISCLAIMER

  By Registering and/or Booking for this event, you agree that MIA will collect your information which will be using it in accordance with its Privacy Notice available at the following link.

  Please note that all webinars are recorded by the MIA. Such recordings will be retained by the MIA for internal use.

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• M25018 - Ongoing Monitoring Responsibilities in AML/CFT for Auditors (Online)

  • When
    26 Mar 2025
  •  
    13:30 - 16:45
  • Location
    Online Webinar

  Register

  Registration Time: 13:15
  Sessions Time: 13:30 - 16:45  including a 15-minute break
  Speaker: Mr John Debattista
  Venue:   Online Webinar

  Participation Fees (The Institute is now accepting payments via Paypal)
  MIA Members: €40.00
  Non-MIA Members: €75.00
  Retired Members: €20.00
  Students: €30.00

  *Group bookings for 3 or more participants available.

  BACKGROUND INFORMATION

  Auditors, as subject persons, hold the crucial responsibility of ongoing monitoring within business relationships, ensuring compliance with AML/CFT (Anti-Money Laundering and Combating the Financing of Terrorism) regulations. This session will focus primarily on transaction monitoring, examining various red flags that may indicate suspicious activity. Attendees will gain insights into the right questions to ask, appropriate timing for reporting, and effective methods to detect potential risks, providing a practical framework for safeguarding compliance.

  SPECIFIC TOPICS TO BE COVERED DURING THE SESSION

  • Ongoing Data Monitoring

  • Ongoing Transaction Monitoring

  • Trigger Events

  • Key Questions to Ask

  • Reporting Timelines

  • Avoiding Tipping Off

  
  

  Why is the session of relevance to our members?

  This session is valuable for all audit professionals, regardless of their role, due to the integral nature of AML/CFT compliance within audit duties. Attendees will gain practical skills for effectively managing their responsibilities and staying up-to-date with the latest in compliance practices.

  Target Audience

  • Audit Professionals (from audit assistants to audit directors)

  • MLROs (Money Laundering Reporting Officers)

  • AML/CFT Compliance Officers

  Speaker's Profile

  John Debattista is a Certified Public Accountant and Registered Auditor with over 20 years of experience in audit and assurance. Following a decade in a mid-tier audit firm, he co-founded Zampa Debattista, where he led the Audit and Assurance function as well as the Corporate Reporting Advisory team. John has extensive teaching experience, delivering lectures on audit and financial reporting for final stages of ACCA and ACA qualifications through the ICAEW (Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales). He has taught the ACCA Diploma in IFRS (DipIFR) and frequently speaks at audit and financial reporting seminars organized by various institutes in Malta. John also served as MLRO (Money Laundering Reporting Officer) in his previous firm, with a focus on AML compliance and risk management. His expertise spans the financial services, gaming, and hospitality sectors. He has worked internationally on specialized assignments in cities such as Zurich, Bucharest, Vienna, and London. In 2024, John joined Deloitte’s audit function to further his impact in the field.

  EVeNT CPE COMPETENCies

  
  

  3  Core

  
  

  WEBINARS TERMS AND CONDITIONS

  Terms and conditions  apply

  
  

  DISCLAIMER

  By Registering and/or Booking for this event, you agree that MIA will collect your information which will be using it in accordance with its Privacy Notice available at the following link.

  Please note that all webinars are recorded by the MIA. Such recordings will be retained by the MIA for internal use.

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