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CMP8660 Mastering APRA CPS 234 for AML Compliance Practitioners

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A tailored course, built for your situation

Mastering APRA CPS 234 for AML Compliance Practitioners

Turn regulatory expectations into repeatable, auditable control packages that stand up to scrutiny and scale across reviews.

$199 one-time
24-hour access provisioning 30-day money-back guarantee Hand-built implementation playbook
12 modules. 12 chapters per module. 144 chapters total.
12 modules, each with 12 chapters (144 chapters total), text-based, plus downloadable templates and a hand-built implementation playbook delivered alongside course access.
Audit evidence packages that require last-minute sourcing and cross-departmental chasing, especially under examination cycles.

The situation this course is for

Compliance teams routinely face delays and rework during regulator-facing reviews due to fragmented evidence collection, inconsistent control mapping, and unclear ownership of validation artifacts. This leads to elevated stress during audit cycles and increased exposure when findings are delayed or misaligned.

Who this is for

AML Compliance Analyst at a large financial institution managing regulator-facing control validation and evidence packaging under tight timelines.

Who this is not for

This course is not for entry-level compliance staff learning basic AML concepts, nor for executives seeking high-level risk overviews. It’s designed for hands-on practitioners who own the details of control evidence and need to deliver under examination pressure.

What you walk away with

  • Own the end-to-end control validation package for APRA CPS 234-aligned reviews
  • Reduce review cycle prep time by 85% with reusable, source-backed templates
  • Become the internal reference for clean, regulator-ready AML control narratives
  • Shift from reactive chasing to proactive evidence stewardship across teams
  • Deliver consistent, auditable control mappings that pass scrutiny without rework

The 12 modules (with all 144 chapters)

Module 1. APRA CPS 234 Fundamentals for AML Practitioners
Establish a working foundation in APRA CPS 234 requirements as they apply specifically to AML control environments in U.S.-based financial institutions with cross-border exposure.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Understanding the scope of CPS 234 in non-Australian financial entities
  2. Mapping CPS 234 to existing AML compliance frameworks at PNC
  3. Key differences between CPS 234 and SOX 404 control expectations
  4. Identifying regulated data sets under confidentiality and integrity mandates
  5. How CPS 234 interacts with U.S. BSA/AML and FFIEC expectations
  6. Defining materiality thresholds for incident reporting under CPS 234
  7. Role of the accountable executive in U.S. subsidiary contexts
  8. Documentation standards required for regulator-facing submissions
  9. Timeline expectations for breach notification and remediation
  10. Linking CPS 234 to enterprise-wide operational resilience planning
  11. Common misalignments between AML monitoring and CPS 234 control design
  12. Integrating CPS 234 into existing audit and testing cycles
Module 2. Control Design for AML-Specific Risk Scenarios
Translate CPS 234 requirements into targeted controls that address money laundering risks while satisfying auditor and regulator expectations.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Identifying high-risk AML scenarios subject to CPS 234 scrutiny
  2. Designing controls for transaction monitoring false positives
  3. Mapping customer due diligence steps to CPS 234 data integrity rules
  4. Building controls around politically exposed persons screening
  5. Ensuring SAR filing timelines meet CPS 234 availability mandates
  6. Control design for cross-border wire transfer monitoring
  7. Validating AML model revalidation schedules under CPS 234
  8. Documenting control logic for examiner walkthroughs
  9. Linking alert triage workflows to CPS 234 resilience standards
  10. Testing frequency requirements for AML system controls
  11. Segregation of duties in AML investigation workflows
  12. Audit trail preservation for AML case management systems
Module 3. Evidence Packaging for Regulator-Facing Reviews
Build standardized, reusable evidence packages that satisfy CPS 234 requirements and reduce last-minute scrambles during audit cycles.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Defining the minimum evidence set for CPS 234 control assertions
  2. Structuring control descriptions for external auditor consumption
  3. Creating time-stamped logs for AML system access reviews
  4. Documenting evidence of quarterly control testing
  5. Compiling user access reviews for AML investigation platforms
  6. Standardizing screenshots and system reports for consistency
  7. Linking evidence to specific CPS 234 clauses and subclauses
  8. Version control for control documentation packages
  9. Using templates to reduce rework across review cycles
  10. Integrating legal hold procedures into evidence collection
  11. Redaction protocols for sensitive AML case data in submissions
  12. Formatting evidence for electronic regulator portals
Module 4. Cross-Functional Coordination Without Delays
Lead coordination with IT, legal, and risk teams to gather evidence efficiently and avoid bottlenecks during high-pressure review periods.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Identifying internal stakeholders for CPS 234 evidence collection
  2. Creating a RACI matrix for AML control ownership
  3. Setting up recurring evidence check-ins with IT teams
  4. Escalation paths for missing or delayed control outputs
  5. Aligning with legal on data privacy in evidence sharing
  6. Working with risk teams on control self-assessment inputs
  7. Synchronizing AML testing schedules with internal audit
  8. Building trust with peer teams through predictable delivery
  9. Documenting handoffs to prevent ownership gaps
  10. Using shared drives and access logs to reduce follow-ups
  11. Managing turnover in supporting teams with documentation
  12. Running pre-submission dry runs with cross-functional reps
Module 5. Automating Evidence Collection and Validation
Implement lightweight automation to reduce manual effort in gathering and validating control evidence for CPS 234 reviews.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Identifying repetitive evidence tasks suitable for automation
  2. Using Power BI to pull system access reports for AML platforms
  3. Scheduling automated exports from transaction monitoring tools
  4. Validating data integrity with checksums and hash logs
  5. Building automated user access review templates in Excel
  6. Integrating ServiceNow tickets into control testing workflows
  7. Tracking control testing completion with automated dashboards
  8. Setting up alerts for overdue control validations
  9. Using Python scripts to verify log completeness
  10. Automating evidence folder population with file naming rules
  11. Reducing manual verification with pre-filled attestation templates
  12. Documenting automation logic for auditor review
Module 6. Responding to Regulator Findings and Escalations
Handle CPS 234-related findings, queries, and escalations with confidence and precision, minimizing reputational and operational risk.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Classifying regulator findings by severity and root cause
  2. Drafting clear, evidence-backed responses to control gaps
  3. Building timelines for remediation commitments
  4. Coordinating technical fixes with IT development teams
  5. Documenting compensating controls during remediation
  6. Escalating systemic issues to senior management
  7. Maintaining versioned response drafts for audit trails
  8. Preparing for follow-up regulator inquiries
  9. Using past findings to improve control design
  10. Communicating remediation status to internal stakeholders
  11. Avoiding overcommitment in response language
  12. Balancing transparency with legal protection
Module 7. Maintaining Control Integrity Across System Changes
Ensure CPS 234-aligned controls remain effective during AML system upgrades, data migrations, and platform changes.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Assessing change requests for AML control impact
  2. Integrating CPS 234 checks into change management workflows
  3. Validating control functionality post-deployment
  4. Documenting control testing after system patches
  5. Updating evidence packages to reflect system changes
  6. Coordinating with DevOps on deployment windows
  7. Preserving audit trails during data migrations
  8. Testing alert logic after rule base updates
  9. Reviewing access rights after platform upgrades
  10. Tracking technical debt in AML control environments
  11. Using CAB meetings to reinforce control expectations
  12. Building rollback procedures for failed control changes
Module 8. Third-Party Risk and Vendor Oversight in AML
Extend CPS 234 expectations to third-party AML service providers and ensure vendor activities remain compliant and auditable.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Mapping CPS 234 requirements to vendor contracts
  2. Reviewing SLAs for AML monitoring service providers
  3. Validating vendor system access controls
  4. Auditing third-party transaction screening platforms
  5. Ensuring data encryption in transit and at rest
  6. Reviewing vendor incident response plans
  7. Conducting on-site assessments of key AML vendors
  8. Tracking vendor audit findings and remediation
  9. Managing offshored AML operations under CPS 234
  10. Documenting oversight activities for regulator review
  11. Evaluating vendor business continuity plans
  12. Terminating vendor relationships with compliance safeguards
Module 9. Incident Response Under CPS 234 and AML Rules
Respond to data breaches, system outages, and suspicious activity spikes with procedures that satisfy both CPS 234 and BSA/AML mandates.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Defining reportable incidents under CPS 234
  2. Integrating AML SAR filing with cybersecurity incident response
  3. Notifying accountable executives within required timelines
  4. Preserving logs for forensic analysis
  5. Coordinating with legal and PR teams on disclosure
  6. Documenting incident root cause analysis
  7. Updating controls based on incident findings
  8. Testing incident response plans annually
  9. Running tabletop exercises for AML-related breaches
  10. Reporting to regulators within 72 hours
  11. Maintaining breach records for audit
  12. Learning from near-misses and false alarms
Module 10. Continuous Monitoring and Control Optimization
Move from periodic testing to continuous validation of AML controls, improving reliability and reducing audit surprises.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Designing daily control health checks for AML systems
  2. Using dashboards to monitor control KPIs in real time
  3. Setting thresholds for anomaly detection in control outputs
  4. Automating control effectiveness scoring
  5. Integrating control monitoring into shift handovers
  6. Reducing false positives in control alerts
  7. Prioritizing control fixes based on risk scoring
  8. Updating control design based on monitoring data
  9. Benchmarking control performance across quarters
  10. Reporting control health to risk committees
  11. Using monitoring data in regulator conversations
  12. Avoiding alert fatigue in control operations
Module 11. Building Institutional Knowledge and Playbooks
Create living documentation and playbooks that survive staff turnover and ensure consistent control execution.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Documenting tacit knowledge from senior AML staff
  2. Creating step-by-step guides for evidence collection
  3. Building a centralized control repository
  4. Using version control for policy documents
  5. Training new hires on CPS 234 expectations
  6. Conducting peer reviews of control packages
  7. Standardizing terminology across teams
  8. Updating playbooks after audit findings
  9. Linking controls to training materials
  10. Using feedback loops to improve documentation
  11. Archiving outdated but historically relevant materials
  12. Ensuring playbook accessibility during crises
Module 12. Preparing for the Next Review Cycle
Turn lessons from past reviews into a proactive cycle of improvement, reducing stress and increasing confidence for future submissions.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Conducting post-review retrospectives
  2. Updating control design based on feedback
  3. Refreshing evidence templates for next cycle
  4. Scheduling early evidence collection
  5. Aligning with auditors on scope changes
  6. Improving cross-team coordination
  7. Investing in automation based on pain points
  8. Training junior staff on control ownership
  9. Benchmarking prep time across cycles
  10. Celebrating improvements in team performance
  11. Planning for upcoming regulatory changes
  12. Handing off knowledge before leave periods

How this maps to your situation

  • Initial control design and regulatory alignment
  • Ongoing evidence collection and team coordination
  • System changes and third-party dependencies
  • Post-review improvement and institutionalization

Before vs. after

Before
Spending 80+ hours assembling fragmented evidence under deadline pressure, chasing peers for inputs, and facing rework during regulator reviews.
After
Delivering complete, consistent control packages in under 6 hours with reusable templates, automated checks, and cross-functional alignment.

What's included with your purchase

  • 12 modules with 12 chapters each (144 chapters)
  • Downloadable templates and worked examples for every module
  • Hand-built implementation playbook delivered alongside course access
  • 30-day money-back guarantee

Delivery and format

  • Course and learning environment access provisioned within 24 hours of purchase
  • Hand-built implementation playbook delivered alongside course access

Format: Text-based modules and chapters in the Art of Service learning environment, plus downloadable templates and worked examples for every chapter, plus the hand-built implementation playbook delivered alongside course access.

Time investment: Approximately 90 minutes of focused work, designed to be completed in one Sunday session with immediate applicability to current review cycles.

If nothing changes
Without a structured approach, AML compliance teams face repeated last-minute scrambles, inconsistent evidence quality, increased regulator scrutiny, and reputational exposure due to delayed or incomplete submissions.

How this compares to the alternatives

Generic compliance courses cover broad frameworks without AML-specific applications. This course delivers targeted, actionable guidance on CPS 234 as it applies to AML control environments, with templates and workflows built for practitioners in regulated financial institutions.

Frequently asked

Is this course relevant for U.S.-based institutions?
Yes. While CPS 234 is Australian, its control expectations align with U.S. BSA/AML, FFIEC, and OCC standards. The course focuses on practical control design and evidence packaging applicable to U.S. AML teams facing regulator reviews.
How is the course structured?
12 modules, each containing 12 chapters (144 chapters total).
Can I use the templates in my current audit cycle?
Yes. All templates are designed for immediate use and can be adapted to your institution's control environment and documentation standards.
$199 one-time. Approximately 90 minutes of focused work, designed to be completed in one Sunday session with immediate applicability to current review cycles..

Within 24 hours your account in the learning environment is provisioned and the tailored implementation playbook is delivered alongside it.

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