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Course Description:

In an era where fraud is becoming increasingly complex and fast-evolving, this course offered by the firm’s Learning Academy provides a timely and practical overview of the modern fraud landscape. Open to professionals across all industries, this training explores the structure and impact of organised fraud, cyber-enabled risks, and the vulnerabilities that today’s businesses face. With a strong emphasis on current and emerging fraud trends, the course provides a forward-looking perspective that reflects the latest developments in fraud typologies, attack methods, and industry responses. Participants will gain a clear understanding of the business impact of fraud, how various sectors are responding, and what practical steps can be taken to strengthen defences. Delivered through interactive sessions and real-world case studies, the course offers actionable takeaways and guidance on the responsibilities professionals carry in identifying, preventing, and responding to fraud in today’s dynamic environment.

Target Audience:

This session is aimed at professionals across all industries including banks, financial institutions, remote gaming operators, virtual financial assets service providers, company service providers, accountants, and auditors.

Learning Outcomes:

This course aims to:

• Understand the current fraud landscape and how it is evolving across different industries.
• Identify the structure and operations behind organised fraud schemes.
• Recognise key cyber-enabled fraud risks and common business vulnerabilities.
• Evaluate the financial, operational, and reputational impact of fraud on organisations.
• Gain insight into emerging fraud trends and modern typologies relevant to today’s environment.
• Apply practical strategies for detecting, preventing, and responding to fraud through interactive case studies.
• Understand individual and organisational responsibilities in managing fraud risk.
• Strengthen their organisation’s overall fraud resilience with actionable takeaways.

Date: 14/05/2025

Time: 9:00 – 11:00

Venue: Live online session

CPE Hours: This course qualifies for 2 hours of Structured CPE which can be classified as Professional Competency. A certificate of attendance will be provided at the end of the session.

Fee: €60

Trainers:

Ma. May Casimiro, Assistant Manager, Risk Consulting Advisory Services, KPMG in Malta

May is an accountant by profession and holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Accountancy, from the Polytechnic University of the Philippines. In 2016, she obtained a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) License in the Philippines.

She joined KPMG Malta in July 2022 as an Assistant Manager in the Firm’s Risk Consulting Advisory practice. Within her role at KPMG Malta, May works extensively in the areas of Anti-Money Laundering Compliance, particularly assisting local and foreign companies in the review of their AML/CFT-related policies, procedures, and testing of their controls. She was involved in several projects including AML internal audit engagements as well as CDD review and remediation projects.

Prior to joining KPMG Malta, she was an Assistant Manager in KPMG Philippines’ Risk Consulting Advisory Group where she worked on a number of AML-related assignments such as AML/CFT compliance assessments, AML remediation projects, institutional ML/TF risk assessments and transaction monitoring system reviews. As part of her managerial role in KPMG Philippines, May was in charge of undertaking internal risk management and client engagement management procedures including client acceptance, continuance and engagement procedures. She has also assisted the Engagement Partners in business development initiatives covering preparation of proposals, review of pre-engagement activities and contracting with prospective clients.

Katrina Vella, Advisor, Risk Consulting Advisory Services, KPMG in Malta

Katrina is an accountant by profession, and holds a Master’s in Accountancy, completed in 2023, and a Bachelors of Commerce in Accounting and Marketing completed in 2021 from the University of Malta.

In 2021, Katrina transitioned to the Deal Advisory Team through an internship programme, which was then followed by a full-time position following the successful completion of her studies. In November 2023, Katrina was seconded to the Risk Consulting Department, where she worked on an AML remediation project. As of March 2024, she transitioned fully as a member of Risk Consulting.

Katrina has experience in Remediation Projects globally. Through these projects, her responsibilities include conducting comprehensive AML gap analyses, identifying discrepancies between current practices and regulatory requirements, and performing in-depth Customer Due Diligence (CDD) reviews to ensure compliance with AML regulations and mitigate financial crime risks.

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