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Governance Arms of Risk Management

An Interactive 5-Day Training Course

Governance Arms of Risk Management

Internal Audit, Compliance and Anti-Money Laundering & Combating Terrorism Finance

NASBA
Classroom Schedule
Date Venue Fees
11 - 15 May 2026 Dubai $ 5,950
22 - 26 Jun 2026 Amsterdam $ 5,950
03 - 07 Aug 2026 Lisbon $ 5,950
10 - 14 Aug 2026 London $ 5,950
17 - 21 Aug 2026 Abu Dhabi $ 5,950
19 - 23 Oct 2026 Amsterdam $ 5,950
30 Nov - 04 Dec 2026 Dubai $ 5,950
11 - 15 Jan 2027 London $ 5,950
Online Schedule
Date Venue Fees
22 - 26 Jun 2026 Online $ 3,950
19 - 23 Oct 2026 Online $ 3,950

Course Summary

This innovative GLOMACS Governance Arms of Risk Management training course aims at realizing and improving the roles of Risk Management, Audit and Compliance & Anti-Money Laundering / Combating Terrorism Finance functions within the Corporate Governance parameters in order to achieve cooperation among these functions and improve their process and harmony.

Take the guesswork out of your decision making, deliver a better bottom line. Increase your credibility, satisfy your drive to be the best, and become the hero in your organization.

This training course will highlight:

  • Improved Alignment to Mission, Vision and Values of the Organization
  • Increased Decision-making Agility
  • Increased Accountability for Key Objectives, Risks, and Initiatives
  • Corporate Governance, what is it exactly?
  • The Risk, Compliance & Internal Audit Triangle
  • Risk Catalog & Risk Taxonomies
  • The Evolution of Internal Auditing towards Risk-based Internal Auditing
  • Risk-based Compliance
Course Outline
Day 1

Corporate Governance, what is it exactly?

  • Corporate Governance: Definition, Concept, Rules, Principles
  • OECD Principles of CG
  • Corporate Governance: Role of the Board of Directors and Management
  • Responsibilities of Top Management and Board in Maintaining Good CG
  • Effective Executive Management & Board Members
  • Disclosure and Transparency

Corporate Governance, how to enforce it practically?

  • Mechanisms, Processes & Relations by which corporations are controlled
  • Difference between Executive and Non-Executive Board Members
  • Board’s Committees: Roles and Responsibilities
  • Role of Audit Committee / Risk Management Committee
  • Remuneration Committee: A Sensitive Role
  • Five Steps to Improve Corporate Governance
  • Introduction of Sarbanes-Oxley Act in USA in 2002 (Enron / WorldCom)
Day 2

Risk Catalog & Risk Taxonomies

  • Introduction to Di­fferent Types of Risks Categories
  • Risk Management Universe
  • Risk Management Framework
  • Fundamental Concepts of Enterprise Risk Management
  • Identifying Credit Risks
  • Identifying Financial Risks
  • Identifying Operational Risks
  • Identifying Legal Risks
  • Identifying Political / Sovereign Risks
  • Identifying Ethical Risks / Identifying Fraudulent Risks
  • Identifying Non-compliance Risks
  • Identifying Reputational Risks
Day 3

The Risk, Compliance & Internal Audit Triangle

  • The Fundamental Differences and Importance of its Convergence
  • Overlapping: Healthy or Wasteful?
  • Cooperation & Collaboration among these Functions
  • Corporate Governance Committees: Audit Committee is No. 1
  • Effective Executive Management & Board Members

The Evolution of Internal Auditing towards Risk-based Internal Auditing

  • What is Risk-based Internal Auditing?
  • The Transition from System-based to Risk-based Internal Auditing
  • Different Approaches to Internal Auditing
  • Risk-Based Audit Approach
  • Risk-Based Audit Methodology
  • How and why audit units move into risk based audit programs?
  • Audit the Control Environment
Day 4

Prepare Risk-Based Internal Audit Plan and Execute it

  • Determination of Internal Auditing Universe
  • Risk Mapping
  • Risk Registration
  • Developing Internal Auditing Plan
  • Preparation of a Clear Plan to be Approved by Audit Committee
  • Efficiency in the Non-recurrence of Audit Notes
  • Audit References to Policies and Manual of Operational Rules & Regulations
  • Identification and Classification of Audit Risk

Compliance Risk Assessment & Management

  • Definition, Responsibilities and Goals
  • Risk Assessment and Management Methodology
  • Surveying for Threats & Assessing Vulnerabilities
  • Risk Tolerance and Residual Risk
  • Designing Controls for Risk Mitigation-Self-Assessments
  • Review Design and Auditor Selection
  • Program Development / Computer-assisted Auditing Techniques
Day 5

Money Laundering

  • Definition, Responsibilities and Goals
  • Money Laundering Threats and Methods
  • Terrorist Financing Threats and Methods
  • International Standards for Anti – Money Laundering / Combatting Terrorism Finance

Compliance Program Governance for Anti – Money Laundering / Combatting Terrorism Finance

  • Basic Terms and Definitions
  • Regulatory Compliance Management Frameworks
  • Regulatory Compliance by Design and Tone at the Top
  • Roles and Responsibilities
    • Board of Directors
    • Senior Management
    • Business Unit Leaders
    • Compliance
    • Legal
    • Internal Audit
Certificates
  • On successful completion of this training course, GLOMACS Certificate will be awarded to the delegates.
  • Continuing Professional Education credits (CPE): In accordance with the standards of the National Registry of CPE Sponsors, one CPE credit is granted per 50 minutes of attendance.
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Why Choose Saudi GLOMACS?

Saudi GLOMACS is the official Saudi Arabian division of GLOMACS International (glomacs.com), delivering internationally recognised training courses both within Saudi Arabia and across international locations. Our training courses are aligned with the highest professional and institutional standards, supported by a strong understanding of the professional landscape in Saudi Arabia and access to global expertise.

Saudi GLOMACS enables professionals and organisations to strengthen leadership, capability, and long-term excellence through consistently high-quality learning experiences.

Official Saudi Presence

Official Saudi Arabian division of GLOMACS with established global credibility.

International Benchmarks

Internationally benchmarked training courses aligned with professional best practices.

Trusted Across Sectors

Trusted by professionals and institutions across public and private sectors.

Flexible Delivery

Training courses delivered within Saudi Arabia and across international locations.

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No. Saudi GLOMACS delivers courses in Saudi Arabia and internationally, including delivery across Europe and Asia. This allows organisations and professionals to access training both locally and abroad.

No. While governance and leadership are part of the portfolio, Saudi GLOMACS delivers training across the entire business and professional lifecycle, including administrative, technical, legal, regulatory, and sector-specific training.

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Courses delivered in Saudi Arabia are adapted to reflect local regulatory frameworks, organisational structures, sector conditions, and professional expectations. This ensures training is relevant, practical, and aligned with Saudi workplace realities.

GLOMACS has been delivering professional training for over thirty years, with courses delivered across Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and other international markets.

Saudi GLOMACS combines three decades of global training experience with a clear focus on Saudi market relevance. This allows it to deliver training that is both internationally credible and locally applicable, across a broader range of disciplines than niche or single-focus providers.

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