Overview
The Financial Crime & Compliance Master of Business Administration (FCCMBA) program at Bangor University in the United Kingdom awards the Financial Intelligence Specialist (FIS) credential from Manchester CF, a prominent Canadian provider of financial intelligence training.
This advanced qualification blends academic theory with practical experience, equipping professionals with strategic and specialized skills in compliance, Anti-Money Laundering (AML), financial crime prevention, and governance. It’s ideal for those in or entering regulatory, enforcement, and financial services roles, as well as those who want to go into these important fields of practice.
The FCCMBA is a fully online, flexible distance learning program designed for professionals in global markets. It combines live interactive sessions with self-paced study, offering recorded lectures, study guides, and access to Bangor University’s eLibrary.
Intakes are in April and October. Fees for 2025/26 range from GBP £13,100 to £20,500, with scholarships available. Payments in USD or JMD, as well as instalment plans, are supported.
For personalised guidance on the most suitable pathway, curriculum, and associated fees, an eligibility assessment can be requested by emailing your CV to JIFS at: [email protected]
You can also access the FCCMBA Brochure- https://www.bangor.ac.uk/sites/default/files/2023-05/FCCMBA-Brochure.pdf
Curriculum
- 3 Sections
- 8 Lessons
- 104 Weeks
- Specialist ModuleSpecialist Modules are each worth 30 postgraduate credits and typically assessed through two written assignments (5,500 and 1,500 words). The "Introduction to Financial Crime & Compliance" module is an exception, assessed via a 4,000-word assignment and a recorded presentation. Each module is worth 15 postgraduate credits. Modules include:4
- Management ModulesManagement Modules are each worth 15 postgraduate credits and typically assessed by a 2,000-word assignment and a two-hour computer-based open-book exam. Modules include:4
- Study Single ModulesSingle modules are delivered over a 6-month semester and are available for standalone study at a cost of £1,700 per 15 credit module / £3,400 per 30 credit module. Candidates will be awarded the relevant postgraduate credits for every module successfully completed and may later be applied towards the FCCMBA or other postgraduate qualifications.0
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