CAMS

CAMS COURSE HIGHLIGHTS


  1. Live / Recorded Video Classes
  2. CAMS Mock Test
  3. Short Study Material
  1. Regular Updates
  2. Practice Questions
  3. CAMS Qualified Trainer

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CAMS Course Overview


The Certified Anti Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS) designation denotes a superior level of understanding of international AML/CFT principles. Passing the CAMS examination distinguishes you as an AML/CFT authority and helps mitigate institutional financial crime risks. Internationally renowned and accepted, world governments acknowledge the CAMS Certification as the gold standard in AML/CFT compliance. Those who earn the CAMS designation reap multiple benefits, as increasing their professional value through better understanding of financial crime detection and prevention techniques, protecting their institution from money laundering threats and minimize financial crime risks, meeting mandated AML training requirements through preparation and study, and proving their AML expertise to examiners and regulators.

CAMS Course Content


The Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS) examination consists four parts. Below you will find the test objectives for each of the parts as well as the overall percentage weight of each part.

1Risks and Methods of Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing (26%)
  • Overview of ML/TF
  • Banks and Other Depository Institutions
  • Nonbank Financial Institutions
  • Nonfinancial Businesses and Professions
  • International Trade Activity
  • Risk Associated with New Payment Products and Services
  • Corporate Vehicles Used to Facilitate Illicit Finance
  • Terrorist Financing
2International AML/CFT Standards (25%)
  • Financial Action Task Force
  • The Basel Committee on Banking Supervision
  • European Union Directives on Money Laundering
  • FATF-Style Regional Bodies
  • Other Influencing Bodies
  • Key US Legislative and Regulatory Initiatives
3Anti-Money Laundering/Countering the Financing of Terrorism Compliance Programs (28%)
  • Assessing AML/CFT Risk
  • AML/CFT Program
  • Know Your Customer
  • Monitoring and Screening
  • Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing Red Flags
4Conducting and Responding to Investigations (21%)
  • Investigations Initiated by the Financial Organization
  • Investigations Initiated by Law Enforcement
  • AML/CFT Cooperation between Countries

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What You Will Learn


Know Your Trainer


Puneet Garg is a qualified Chartered Accountant (CA), Company Secretary (CS), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Anti money Laundering Specialist (CAMS) and Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) with more than 18 years of experience in diverse areas of Internal Audit, Compliance, Risk Management, Forensics and Finance.

He has been associated with Alchemist Group of companies, Hyundai Motors, Samsung Electronics India, Panasonic India and DCM Shriram Industries. He has in-depth experience of performing internal audit assignments and conducting fraud examination as a team member and team leader. Puneet has lead various assignments across the globe including Dubai, Saudi and UK to name a few.

Apart from a successful Corporate career, he has taught thousands of aspirants academically and help them enrich their skills in the field of audit and fraud examination.

CAMS Exam Format


Why Earn CAMS


  1. Enhances career prospects in KYC/ Compliance World.
  2. Develops expertise in detecting and preventing money laundering and financial crimes.
  3. Boosts credibility and earning potential.
  4. Equips professionals with up-to-date knowledge of AML regulations.
  5. Fosters a strong global network in AML field.

What all AIA CAMS LMS include


Short Study Guide

Academy of Internal Audit provides short CAMS study guide which is more than sufficient to pass the exam.

Practice Questions

We provide more than 700 CAMS practice questions. Along with correct answers and explanation as well.

Video Lectures

We provide Live/Recorded lectures (more than 30 Hrs) to clear each and every concept to pass the exam in first attempt.

Mock Test

Once you are done with all above, CAMS Mock Test will also be conducted.

Cost

Everything mentioned above (CAMS Study Guide, Practice Question, Video Lectures, Query Session and Mock Tests) are provided at a nominal charge.

REGULAR UPDATES

Kindly note, all of our material are updated as per latest syllabus.

CAMS FAQs

About the CAMS Certification

1.1What is CAMS Certification?

CAMS is recognized as the gold standard in AML certifications by institutions, governments and regulators worldwide. CAMS certification is accredited by ACAMS.

1.2Whether this certification is limited to any particular or recognised globally?

CAMS certification is very well recognised and highly in demand across the globe.

1.3How it will be helpful for my professional career?

It enriches you with skills by which you can help your organization minimize risk. Having a CAMS-certified team ensures that your colleagues share and maintain a common level of AML knowledge. It upgrades your skills. Having a CAMS certified team lends tremendous credibility to your AML program, thereby enhancing your commitment and diligence in the eyes of regulators. Hence it will open many new doors for your professional journey.

1.4What is the eligibility criteria?

40 eligibility credits required

  • Education: 10 for Associates, 20 for Bachelors, 30 for Masters and 40 for JD or PhD
  • Work Experience: 10 credits for each year of experience
  • Training: 1 credit for each hour of financial-crime related training To check if you meet the eligibility requirements, go to: ACAMS> Eligibility Calculator

1.5How much time it will take to complete the certification?

You can complete it in 2-3 months if you study 4-5 hours a week. It can be completed in a shorter period as well if you study for a higher number of hours per week.

1.6Do I need to carry any experience to sit into the exams?

If you have total eligibility points considering your educational or training details, no further experience is required.

1.7What is the curriculum of CFE Certification?

Refer Above. Different sections and topics covered are explained.

About the CAMS Study

2.1What all are included in AIA CAMS Prep Course?

Academy of Internal Audit provides a complete preparation course for CAMS Certification. For more details, check the above section.

2.2Where all access and books will be provided?

On payment of fees, we will share an online application form with you in which you have to share basic details like name, address etc. Hard copies of books will be dispatched on the same day. All access will also be provided immediately.

2.3What will be the validity of prep course?

Ideally course is designed in such a way that you can complete the same in 2-3 months. However, the validity of the prep course will be 6 months. Also, we will be happy to extend our support for a couple of months more, if there is reasonable cause for the request for an extension.

2.4How I will be getting the link to join the live weekend session?

Once you register with us you will be added to a WhatsApp group. The link to join the class will be shared on that group just before the class. You can simply click on the link and join the class. No application needs to be pre-installed.

2.5Do I need to refer anything else apart from AIA?

We assure you that AIA CAMS Prep Course will be more than sufficient to pass the exam on the first attempt. You don't need to refer to anything else.

About the CAMS Exam

3.1What documents will be required to register for the exam?

Whatever you claim for points calculation, proof of the same needs to be uploaded. For Point Criteria, refer to FAQ under About the Certification tab above.

3.2Will AIA assist in exam enrolment as well?

Yes definitely, we will guide you step by step procedure of registration. Faculty will also review your exam application before submission to ACAMS.

3.3What are the fees payable to ACAMS?

Exam Fees keep on changing. Please visit www.acams.org for the recent amount payable. It is approximately rus around 2000 USD.

3.4When the exam is held?

CAMS exam can be attempted throughout the year. It means that you can give an exam at any point of time comfortable to you.

3.5Where the exams are conducted?

Exams are conducted online only. You can give exams from the comfort of your home. If you have any limitations with the computer, mic, camera, internet etc, you can give the exam from the examination centre as well. Examination centres are available in most of the big cities.

3.6What is the format of the exam and passing percentage?

All questions will be objective type ( MCQ) only and the Exam contains 120 questions and the allowed time is 3.5 hours. Passing score is 75 out of 120.

3.7How the results are declared?

Results are declared immediately on the spot on submission of the exam.

3.8Can I refer book/study material during the exams?

No, dear. It's completely a closed-book exam. Even your audio and video will be captured throughout the exam and will be screened before the announcement of the final result.

About the CAMS Award

4.1How I will be getting a CAMS Certificate from ACAMS after passing the exams?

Once you pass the exam. You will be getting a final confirmation mail from ACAMS with a digital copy of your CAMS Certificate.

4.2Do I need to do any other formality to get the ACAMS Certificate delivered?

As mentioned, ACAMS will be sent an email to your registered email address.