FIBA’s OFAC Certification delivers executive-level training in Economic and Trade Sanctions compliance, providing participants with a strategic understanding of the legal and regulatory frameworks that underpin global sanctions programs. The certification equips professionals with the knowledge necessary to identify, assess and mitigate sanctions-related risks while safeguarding their organizations against regulatory, financial and reputational exposure.

The program offers an in-depth examination of the U.S. Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) and other major international sanctions regimes, emphasizing governance, risk management and compliance best practices. Participants will gain practical insights into navigating sanctions obligations and implementing appropriate controls and responses when engaging with sanctioned individuals, entities or jurisdictions.

Program features

  • Expert Faculty – Instruction delivered by qualified professionals with extensive experience in anti-money laundering (AML).
  • Synchronous Sessions & Academic Support – Optional live Zoom sessions, complemented by continuous academic support, designed to facilitate engagement and knowledge exchange.
  • Structured Modules & Discussion Forums – Organized learning units and forums designed to assess comprehension and promote the application of concepts in varied contexts.
  • Case Study Analysis – Application of theoretical knowledge to real-world scenarios through structured case evaluations.
  • Final Assessment – A comprehensive examination to evaluate participants’ understanding of key concepts and learning outcomes.

Who Should Attend?

  • Senior Management
  • Executive Boards
  • Compliance and Risk Officers
  • Human Resources Staff
  • Commercial and operation staff
  • Auditors
  • Attorneys

Learning Objectives

Participants who successfully complete the program, will:

  • Discover the purpose of international sanctions programs and role that OFAC plays
  • Learn to identify persons subject to U.S. sanctions policy
  • Explore key elements in identifying various types of OFAC lists and designations
  • Apply the steps financial institutions are required to take under the economic and trade sanctions policy
  • Understand the requirements of the Framework for OFAC Compliance commitments

General Information/Custom Programs: FIU Business Executive Education can create custom training programs specific to the needs of your organization. Please connect with us by submitting the inquiry form below or contact us 305.348.4217 or fiuExecEd@fiu.edu.

Gain practical insights into navigating sanctions obligations and implementing appropriate controls and responses when engaging with sanctioned individuals, entities or jurisdictions.

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