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The GCI Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (AMLS) certification is designed for professionals who need a practical, hands-on understanding of AML.

Duration
24 hours
Level
intermediate
Enrolment
Open

What this programme covers

Leading professional certification training for regulated institutions.

Programme overview

The Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (AMLS) is a practical, job-focused certification by GCI designed for operational excellence in AML.

Why it matters

It provides the essential toolkit for front-line and middle-office staff to detect illicit activity without the academic overhead of other programmes.

Job-ready skills

Write effective AML policies, conduct customer risk scoring, and master the art of filing Suspicious Transaction Reports.

What you will be able to do

Capability built across AML/CFT for professionals in supervised institutions.

  1. Understand Money Laundering Cycle. Placement, Layering, and Integration

  2. Master KYC & Onboarding. Practical steps for verifying customer identity

  3. Implement Risk-Based Approach. How to score customers accurately

  4. Learn Reporting. How to draft high-quality Suspicious Transaction Reports (STRs)

  5. Understand the global regulatory landscape for AML/CTF

Who should attend

Written for the roles that carry the obligation, not for a general audience.

Financial Support

  • Compliance Assistants
  • Transaction Monitors
  • Branch Managers
  • Customer Service Representatives

Non-Financial Sector (DNFBPs)

  • Real Estate Brokers
  • Dealers in Precious Metals
  • Lawyers
  • Accountants
  • Art Dealers

Delivery options

Choose the format that fits around the role you already hold.

Weekday Batch

Days
Mon – Thu
Timing
5:00 PM – 9:00 PM (Dubai Time)

Weekend Batch

Days
Sat & Sun
Timing
9:00 AM – 1:00 PM (Dubai Time)

Corporate / In-House

Days
Customised schedule and delivery
Timing
Concise 2–3 day format

The examination

What the issuing body sets, and what you have to meet to sit it.

Questions
50
Duration
90 Minutes
Passing score
70%
Format
Multiple Choice Questions

Eligibility

  • Open enrolment
  • Official AMLS Study Material provided
  • Online proctored examination

Disclaimer: Assessment access, certificate issuance, and credit allocation are governed by GCI. Training fees charged by EduDubai are separate from GCI certificate fees unless specified otherwise in a bundle.

Why study this with EduDubai

  • Practical Templates. Receive editable KYC forms, risk assessment tools, and STR templates for your firm.

  • Official Partner. We are the designated partner for GCI training in the MENA region.

  • Focused Learning. No unnecessary theory—just the tools you need to do your job effectively tomorrow.

  • Affordable Certification. International designation at a more accessible cost point.

Frequently asked questions

Is GCI recognised?

Yes, GCI (Global Compliance Institute) is a recognised international certification body for compliance professionals.

Is the exam difficult?

The exam is designed to test practical application. Our students maintain a high pass rate due to our hands-on training style.