Certificate in Counter-Financing of Terrorism (CCFT)
A module of the Diploma In Anti & Counter Terrorism Studies (DACTS)
The Certificate In Counter-Financing of Terrorism (CCFT) offers a comprehensive foundation in understanding terrorist financing and associated crimes. It begins with an introduction to global legal frameworks and strategies designed to combat terrorist financing, followed by an overview of key threats and risks. Participants will explore the nature and motivations behind terrorism, methods used to fund terrorist organizations, and the risks organizations face in relation to terrorist financing. The course emphasizes the importance of identifying these risks and understanding the relationship between money laundering and terrorist financing, using a risk-based approach to manage potential threats effectively.
The training is designed to equip participants with essential knowledge about the criminalization of terrorist financing from both international and national perspectives. It covers techniques for developing risk-based approaches, detecting terrorism networks, and implementing compliance strategies. The course aims to enhance participants’ abilities to conduct intelligence analysis related to terrorist financing, supporting investigative efforts by intelligence and law enforcement agencies. To reinforce classroom instruction, the course includes tabletop exercises, allowing participants to practice and understand the importance of teamwork and collaboration.
Typically, the CFT Training Course is delivered at national training centers, including law enforcement and intelligence agencies, financial institutions, academic institutions, and military training facilities. The course is taught by a highly qualified senior financial intelligence analyst with extensive operational and academic experience in counter-terrorist financing, ensuring that participants receive expert instruction and insights into effective countermeasures against terrorist financing.
| 1) | Law Enforcement and Intelligence Officers: Professionals involved in combating terrorism and investigating financial crimes will gain valuable insights into the methods used by terrorist organizations to fund their activities. The course provides essential knowledge for officers tasked with detecting and preventing terrorist financing. |
| 2) | Financial Sector Professionals: Bankers, compliance officers, and financial analysts working in the financial industry will benefit from a deeper understanding of terrorist financing techniques and the regulatory frameworks designed to counter them. The course equips financial professionals with the skills needed to identify suspicious activities and manage risks effectively. |
| 3) | Government Officials and Policy Makers: Those involved in developing and implementing counter-terrorism policies and regulations will find the course beneficial. It offers a comprehensive overview of global and national strategies, helping officials craft and enforce effective policies against terrorist financing. |
| 4) | Security and Risk Management Professionals: Individuals responsible for corporate security, risk assessment, and fraud prevention will gain practical knowledge on how to integrate counter-terrorism financing measures into their organizational risk management strategies. |
| 5) | Military Personnel: Members of the military involved in security operations and intelligence gathering will benefit from the course’s focus on the operational aspects of counter-terrorism financing. |
By attending the CCFT Training Course, participants from these sectors will gain critical skills and knowledge to enhance their capabilities in combating terrorist financing and contributing to global security efforts.
| Duration | 3 Days |
| Language | English |
| Assessment | Written |
| Applicable Fee | SGD 100 (Non-Refundable) |
| Program Fee | SGD 1,500 |
