Course Description
Investigating financial crime requires more than just looking at transactions—it takes strong research skills, reliable intelligence, and the ability to connect the dots. This course walks through the fundamentals of financial crime investigations, covering the sources investigators rely on, techniques for gathering and validating intelligence, and methods for building defensible case files. Participants will gain practical tools to strengthen investigations, spot red flags earlier, and document findings in a way regulators and law enforcement expect.

Who This Is Designed For:
AML investigators, compliance analysts, fraud teams, and professionals supporting BSA/AML investigations.

Agenda

• Core investigative principles for financial crime professionals

• Key intelligence sources and how to evaluate them

• Research techniques for digital, financial, and open-source data

• Identifying red flags and building case narratives

• Documenting and reporting investigations effectively

By the end of this webinar, you will know how to:

• Apply structured approaches to financial crime investigations

• Use reliable intelligence and research sources effectively

• Recognize key patterns and red flags in complex cases

• Build defensible investigation reports that regulators expect

• Strengthen your team’s overall investigation practices