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Become a part of the first classes of the Compliance Professional Training & Certification Programme!

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About the Programme

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We are excited to present the Compliance Professional Training and Certification Programme (Compliance Proficiency Level 1) - the most comprehensive learning pathway available for compliance officers and compliance-adjacent professionals in Europe. It provides a solid foundation for anyone working in, transitioning to, or collaborating with compliance functions. The curriculum covers all essential compliance frameworks, responsibilities, and skills that define this critical function in modern organisations.

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In partnership with Franklin Covey, participants will also benefit from a dedicated module on practical soft skills -  from project and stress management to communication and conflict resolution - ensuring graduates are equipped not only with strong technical knowledge but also with the interpersonal capabilities needed to excel in this dynamic field.

The first class will be delivered live online, in Lithuanian, and will feature interactive sessions, case studies, and real-time Q&A.

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Who Should Join?

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This programme is ideal if you:

• Are transitioning into compliance and want an in-depth overview of the field.

• Already work in compliance and wish to broaden, formalise, and strengthen your expertise.

Unlike sector-specific courses, our curriculum spans all core compliance domains, giving you a 360° understanding of the profession and equipping you to build effective compliance frameworks within your organisation.

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For Companies

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Investing in the Compliance Professional Training and Certification Programme is an excellent opportunity to develop your internal talent. Enrolling your employees ensures they gain up-to-date knowledge, practical skills, and a comprehensive understanding of Europe’s regulatory landscape.

Supporting staff through this certification helps build strong compliance culture, fosters internal expertise, and strengthens organisational integrity.

For corporate enrolments and discounts, contact us at info@ecpa.pro.

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Registration

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Registration is currently closed because all groups are fully booked. Please register for the waitlist for the next group here https://www.ecpa.pro/event-details/ecpa-compliance-professional-training-programme-now-open-for-registration. 

If you wish to obtain the full ECPA Certification, you can opt for an additional Certification Case Study for an extra 100 EUR. This includes a practical project based on a real-life compliance scenario and a live assessment session with dedicated, highly experienced lecturers challenging you and offering you direct feedback. The case study is designed to test your applied knowledge, decision-making, and ability to structure effective compliance solutions, ensuring that those who earn the ECPA Certificate are recognised for both their theoretical understanding and their practical competence. Please contact us at at info@ecpa.pro to arrange the payment and schedule the date for this!

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Pricing & Programme Options

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Full Programme – 600 EUR

ECPA Member Price – 500 EUR
Includes full curriculum access and confirmation of course completion.

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Full Programme + Certification Case Study – 700 EUR

ECPA Member Price – 600 EUR
Includes full curriculum and the additional live case study session required to obtain official ECPA certification.

 

Annual membership fee: Please refer to our Membership Pricing section.
All prices are subject to local taxes.

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Programme Syllabus

Module 1 – Introductory Class

• Overview of compliance as a profession in Europe, sectors, and areas of work.

• Course goals, topics, lecturer introductions, and participant networking.

• Global history and evolution of compliance, with a focus on Europe.

• Understanding regulatory frameworks: local, EU, and international.

• The role of compliance professionals in organizations: independence, domains, responsibilities.

• Intro to digital competencies and cybersecurity role.

• Practical task: journaling to assess current skills and goals.

 

Module 2 – Compliance as Part of the Risk Management Framework

• Compliance role within corporate risk management.

• Three lines of defence model – European practice and challenges.

• Basics of risk management: risks, controls, indicators, appetite, and assessments.

• Compliance risk typology and drivers.

• Use of digital tools and data.

• Management information system and reporting.

• Compliance monitoring frameworks and early warning indicators.

• Setting KPIs for compliance success.

 

Module 3 – Introduction to European Anti-Money Laundering (AML) & Counter-Terrorism Financing (CTF) Framework

• Introduction to money laundering/terrorist financing and EU history of AML/CTF.

• Regulatory foundations: EU AML Directives, FATF, FIUs.

• Sanctions compliance (EU, UN, OFAC, voluntary blacklisting).

• Practical obligations: KYC, CDD/EDD, STR, transaction monitoring, beneficial ownership.

• Investigations using open-source and internal data.

• Terrorist financing detection.

• Fraud prevention and investigation.

• Emerging AML risks: technology, cryptocurrencies, virtual assets.

• Case studies across sectors.

 

Module 4 – Introduction to European Competition Compliance Framework

• EU competition law and key definitions.

• Major jurisdictions (US, UK, DE).

• Prohibited conduct: cartels, abuse of dominance, anti-competitive agreements.

• Enforcement and penalties.

• Key risks: supply chain, tenders, associations, pricing restrictions.

• Dawn raids: preparation and handling.

• Gun-jumping in M&A.

• Elements of effective compliance programmes.

• Case studies.

 

Module 5 – Introduction to European Personal Data Protection Framework

• GDPR and e-Privacy in practice.

• Core GDPR principles.

• Privacy by Design & Default.

• Roles: controllers and processors.

• Data subject rights.

• Special category data, breaches, security, transfers.

• Supervision and sanctions.

• Organisational measures: DPIA, RoPA, training, vendor risks.

• Role of DPOs.

• Key case law examples.

 

Module 6 – Introduction to Compliance in the EU Financial Sector

• Banking, insurance, and investment industry differences.

• EU financial regulations and supervisory authorities (ECB, EBA, ESMA, EIOPA).

• Governance requirements in practice.

• Prudential compliance (Basel, Solvency, capital/liquidity management).

• Digital finance and evolving compliance landscape.

 

Module 7 – Conduct Risk Management & Ethics

• Anti-corruption frameworks (bribery, conflicts of interest, whistleblowing, gifts, lobbying).

• Ethics and integrity frameworks: codes of ethics, culture of compliance.

• Workplace conduct: anti-harassment, OSH, equal treatment, anti-discrimination.

• Behavioural change in organisations.

• Case study: building a culture of compliance.

 

Module 8 – European Cybersecurity & Information Security Compliance

• Cybersecurity and information security definitions and risks.

• Key EU regulations: NIS2, DORA, AI Act, ISO standards.

• Compliance role in cybersecurity governance.

• Enforcement by ENISA and national authorities.

• Case studies.

 

Module 9 – European ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) Compliance

• ESG scope and definitions.

• EU regulations: CSRD, EU Taxonomy, SFDR, CSDDD, European Green Deal.

• ESG compliance frameworks: due diligence, governance, Board oversight, reporting.

• Greenwashing risks.

• Case studies.

 

Module 10 – Other Industry-Specific Compliance in the EU

• Pharma & healthcare compliance: GMP, GCP, MDR, IVDR, pharmacovigilance.

• Telecom & digital markets compliance: DMA, DSA.

• Public sector compliance: procurement, conflict of interests, revolving doors.

• Lobbying and regulatory/public affairs.

• Case studies.

 

Module 11 – Tools and Processes for EU Compliance Professionals

• Compliance monitoring programmes.

• Policy and procedure drafting.

• Key risk indicators.

• Horizon scanning and regulatory affairs.

• Learning environments and embedding compliance into BAU.

• Reporting frameworks and management information.

• Project management and digital tools.

• Multijurisdictional compliance challenges.

• Time and stress management in compliance work.

 

Modules 12–14 – Practical Sessions

• Module 12: Building compliance monitoring programmes (case study).

• Module 13: Conflict of interest, whistleblowing, and gifts case studies.

• Module 14 (with Franklin Covey): Thriving as a compliance professional - managing stress, conflict, and success strategies.