Cayman Islands Compliance Diploma

The CCD is designed to improve career opportunities as a compliance officer within the financial services industry.

The CCD provides a comprehensive introduction to the anti-money laundering regulatory and compliance framework in the Cayman Islands.

Key Features

Course Delivery Format

Both diplomas are delivered through a flexible hybrid format incorporating in person lectures or online modules to accommodate different learning preferences and schedules.

Accreditation

The FSI is fully approved as a Post Compulsory Educational Institution by the Cayman Education Council, enabling Caymanians to apply for scholarships to pursue their diplomas.

Flexible Start Dates

While we usually have a new cohort of students who typically begin in October each year to match with the traditional academic year, we offer rolling admissions allowing students to start their diploma at any time, completing their studies 12 months from their start date. You may start your journey at any time.

Reduced Registration Fees

We are pleased to offer registration fees for this academic year, now at CI$6,000 for Cayman based students who must attend several in person lectures and CI$5,500 for overseas students each diploma programme.

Dates: (12-month period)

October 2025 – 2026

Time: Mondays, 6pm – 8pm

Cost per Diploma:
Cayman based students – KYD $6,000 (in person and online modules
Overseas students – KYD$5,500
(online modules only)

*Application deadline: 15 October 2025

*This deadline is for Caymanians interested in in applying for the Government scholarship. There is no application deadline for overseas students. All other students are encouraged to apply by 15th October.

CCD Course Curriculum

The CCD consists of eight-course modules. Each of the courses is delivered through a flexible hybrid format incorporating in person lectures or online modules to accommodate different learning preferences and schedules.

Curriculum
Introduction to International Financial Services
Introduction to the Cayman Islands Regulatory Framework
The Guidance Notes I
The Guidance Notes II
AML/CFT Compliance & Governance Roles
Conducting Due Diligence
Due Diligence Workshops
Industry Seminar series
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Who should take the CCD?

The CCD is suitable for anyone looking to get a good grounding in the compliance industry or seeking a career generally in the financial services industry in the Cayman Islands.

2025 – 2026
CCD Course Schedule

For students who wish to join in the live sessions, the CCD runs from October 2025, to October 2026. Our live classes are held weekly on Monday evenings from 6pm to 8pm. *For all other students the course runs for 12 months from your chosen start date.*

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