Financial Crime and Intelligence Analysis

In an era where Financial Crimes are rising, fraudsters are becoming increasingly difficult to find. However, there is a way for their easy detection, and that is through intelligent investigation propelled by financial crime analysis and intelligence gathering. This training will expose you to various tools, techniques, and knowledge to contribute to your investigative skills. As a newbie or even an expert in the investigative support or financial crime analysis unit, one core function is the constant demonstration and articulation of the skills needed. To do this smoothly, you need unhindered access to information relevant to the commercial world. This means you must gain as much information as possible on the organization, institution, or people you engage with. This also extends to information on the market, how you operate, and whether such a market faces risks.

Compliance and Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Officers. Financial Crime Investigators. Bank and Financial Institution Staff. Auditors and Financial Reviewers. Lawyers and Legal Advisors.

Module 1: Introduction to Financial Crime Analysis Overview of Financial Crimes (Definition – Analysis) Role of Law Enforcement and Financial Crime Analysts Functions and Sources of Information for Analysis Relevant Penal Codes Classification of Financial Crimes Communication, Translation, and Data Analysis Module 2: Application of Financial Crime Analysis Identification of Financial Crimes Crime Pattern Recognition Crime Forecasting Hot-Spot Identification (Density Mapping Tools) Levels of Crime Analysis: Administrative, Strategic, Tactical Structure and Functions of Crime Analysis Units Specialized Areas: Major Crimes, Gangs, Victim-Centric Cases Crime Reduction Strategies and COMPSTAT Analysis Module 3: Financial Criminal Investigative Analysis History of Investigative Analysis Motives and Typologies of Financial Crimes Criminal Profiling Process of Profiling Suspect Behavior and Psychological Characteristics Financial Crime Deviants Module 4: Reporting, Statistics, and Research Principles of Research and Content Analysis Research Design Concepts Statistical Methods, Survey Techniques, and Sampling Reporting and Documentation Grants, Studies, Government Documents Academic and Professional Writing Software Programs for Research and Analysis Administrative Documentation COMPSTAT and Crime Reduction Module 5: Analysis of Criminal Financial Intelligence Fundamentals and History of Intelligence The Intelligence Cycle Handling and Developing Intelligence Data Analysis and Critical Thinking in Intelligence Work Tools and Techniques for Intelligence Analysis Applications and Intelligence Products Reporting: Writing, Presenting, and Briefing Intelligence Outputs Module 6: Financial Crime Analyst and Social Media Leveraging Social Media for Link Analysis and Intelligence Platforms: LinkedIn, Snapchat, Instagram, Twitter, Facebook Use of Software Programs, Public/Private and Open-Source Databases Social Media Elements and Ethical Considerations Module 7: Spatial Analysis and Financial Crime Mapping Crime Mapping as an Analytical Tool Methods of Crime Mapping Visualization Techniques Hot-Spot Identification and Mapping Spatial Statistics and Analytical Approaches Essential Components of Crime Maps Module 8: Practical Realities of Financial Crime Analysis Developing Analytical Products and Daily Reports (Charts, BOLOs, Link Charts) Preparing “Six-Packs”, Graphic Design, and Visualization Tools (e.g., Photoshop) Information Sourcing: Dispatch Data, Records, Images, CCTV, ALPR Systems Integration of Records and Evidence Module 9: Officer Briefings and Court Testimony Pitching Analytical Findings to Law Enforcement Officers Preparing for Court Testimony and Legal Presentations Producing and Delivering Professional Data Products Lessons Learned: Best Practices and Pitfalls to Avoid