Anti Money Laundering Training Malaysia

5 Modules

Course Description

Meet Malaysian Anti‑Money Laundering and Counter‑Terrorism Financing obligations with this online training course designed for organisations operating in regulated and higher‑risk industries in Malaysia.

This course provides a practical introduction to money laundering and terrorism financing risks, and explains the obligations placed on reporting entities under Malaysian anti‑money laundering legislation.

Designed for organisations that offer bank account‑related services, lending, currency exchange, securities, derivatives, and other designated services, the course equips staff and managers with a clear understanding of AML risks, Know Your Customer obligations, and monitoring and reporting requirements to Bank Negara Malaysia. Learners receive a certificate of completion to support compliance and audit requirements.

Course Highlights

  • Online, self‑paced anti‑money laundering training
  • Designed for organisations operating in Malaysia
  • Covers AML risks, KYC, monitoring, and reporting obligations
  • Practical, role‑appropriate learning for staff and managers
  • Aligned to Malaysian AML requirements and Bank Negara Malaysia guidance
  • Audit‑ready reporting through Salt™ Compliance LMS
  • Certificate of completion for compliance records

Understanding Anti‑Money Laundering Risks

Money laundering is the process by which funds obtained through criminal activity are given the appearance of having come from a legitimate source. These funds may originate from drug trafficking, terrorism, tax evasion, or other serious crimes.

Organisations operating in Malaysia are exposed to these risks and must implement appropriate controls to prevent misuse of the financial system.

Failure to manage money laundering and terrorism financing risks can result in regulatory action, financial penalties, and serious reputational damage.

Key AML Concepts

Understanding anti‑money laundering principles is essential to protecting organisations and the integrity of the financial system. Core concepts covered in this course include:

  • The three stages of money laundering
  • Money laundering and terrorism financing risks
  • Customer risk profiling and high‑risk customers
  • Politically exposed persons and blacklisted customers
  • The role of AML programs and internal controls

Why Compliance Matters

Non‑compliance with Malaysian anti‑money laundering obligations can lead to:

  • Regulatory enforcement action by Bank Negara Malaysia
  • Criminal and civil penalties
  • Reputational damage
  • Increased exposure to financial crime

Effective AML training ensures employees understand their responsibilities, can identify suspicious activity, and know how to respond and report appropriately. A strong AML training program supports governance, risk management, and regulatory compliance.

Course Content

Core AML Concepts

  • What money laundering is and how it occurs
  • The problem of money laundering
  • The three stages of money laundering
  • Enforcement of AML and counter‑terrorism financing obligations

The Risk of Money Laundering

  • Purpose and requirements of an AML program
  • Risk profiling and high‑risk customer types
  • Risks posed by PEPs, employees, and blacklisted customers
  • Domestic and cross‑border risk considerations

KYC Obligations

  • Customer due diligence and ongoing obligations
  • Identification and verification procedures
  • Safe harbour procedures and exceptions
  • Beneficial ownership and enhanced due diligence

Monitoring and Reporting Obligations

  • Threshold transaction reporting obligations
  • International funds transfer and cross‑border reporting
  • Indicators of suspicious transactions
  • Managing and reporting suspicious matters
  • Ongoing compliance and due diligence obligations

Terrorist Financing

  • Terrorist acts and related offences
  • Terrorist organisations and financing methods
  • Use of money laundering techniques to fund terrorism
  • Financing terrorism offences and freezable assets

Enterprise Reporting and Compliance Management

Salt™ Compliance LMS Capabilities

  • Real‑time training completion tracking
  • Organisation‑wide compliance visibility
  • Audit‑ready reporting for internal and regulatory reviews
  • Scalable delivery across teams and business units

Decision Framework – Is This the Right AML Course?

Use this course if your organisation requires:

  • AML training aligned to Malaysian regulatory requirements
  • Staff awareness across regulated or higher‑risk services
  • Practical guidance on KYC, monitoring, and reporting
  • Scalable online delivery with governance oversight

Professional Development

Completing this course enables staff and managers to:

  • Identify and understand money laundering risks
  • Meet AML obligations under Malaysian law
  • Support effective AML programs
  • Protect the organisation from financial crime and reputational harm

Anti‑Money Laundering Courses

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Quick Answer: What Is the Anti‑Money Laundering Course?

This online Anti‑Money Laundering course helps Malaysian organisations understand money laundering and terrorism financing risks, meet regulatory obligations, and implement effective KYC, monitoring, and reporting controls.

  • Module 1: Introduction to money laundering (all staff) 
  • Module 2: The risk of money laundering (specialists) 
  • Module 3: KYC obligations (specialists) 
  • Module 4: Monitoring and reporting obligations (specialists) 
  • Module 5: Terrorist financing (specialists) 

This course is suitable for employees of reporting entities operating in Malaysia, including organisations that: 

  • Offer bank account‑related services 
  • Provide lending or credit 
  • Exchange currencies 
  • Issue stored value or debt cards 
  • Provide securities, derivatives, or stockbroking services 

It is suitable for both general staff and managers with AML responsibilities. 

Course Delivery, Duration, and Assessment

  • Online course: 100% self‑paced 
  • Access: Anytime, anywhere 
  • Certification: Certificate of completion issued 
  • Reporting: Audit‑ready compliance records via Salt™ Compliance LMS 

Who should complete AML training in Malaysia?
Employees of reporting entities subject to Malaysian AML obligations. 

Does this course cover Bank Negara Malaysia reporting?
Yes. Reporting obligations and regulatory expectations are covered. 

Does the course include KYC obligations?
Yes. Customer due diligence, identification, verification, and enhanced due diligence are covered. 

Does the course include terrorist financing risks?
Yes. Terrorist financing risks and offences are covered in a dedicated module. 

Are training records suitable for audits?
Yes. Salt™ Compliance LMS provides audit‑ready reporting for compliance and audit purposes. 

Anti Money Laundering Course

$75.00

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Please note

This course is exclusively for organisational clients and is not available for individual purchase.

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