Trade-Based Money Laundering Detection (AGRC-037) Training Course

Trade-Based Money Laundering Detection

Trade-based money laundering disguises criminal proceeds through trade transactions, using techniques such as over- and under-invoicing, multiple invoicing and…

5 daysClassroom or online

13Upcoming dates

5Cities

£2,250Fees from

Course overview

Why Attend

Trade-based money laundering disguises criminal proceeds through trade transactions, using techniques such as over- and under-invoicing, multiple invoicing and misrepresented goods. It is one of the most complex financial crime typologies to detect.

This LLMI course explains TBML typologies, trade finance products and documentation, red flags, customer due diligence for trade clients, transaction monitoring, investigations and reporting suspicious activity. Participants analyse trade cases and documents for indicators.

The course suits AML, trade finance and compliance professionals.

Course Objectives

Explain trade-based money laundering typologies

Understand trade finance products and documents

Recognise TBML red flags

Apply due diligence to trade customers

Monitor and investigate trade transactions

Report suspicious activity effectively

Target Audience

AML and financial crime professionals

Trade finance operations staff

Compliance officers

Relationship managers

Investigators

Auditors

Course Methodology

Typology presentations

Document review exercises

Case studies

Investigation workshops

Group discussions

Course outline

1Day 1: TBML Fundamentals

Money laundering stages
Why trade is exploited
Global typologies
Regulatory expectations
Sanctions links
Case study: TBML scheme

2Day 2: Trade Finance

Letters of credit
Documentary collections
Open account trade
Trade documents
Parties
Exercise: Document review

3Day 3: Red Flags

Pricing anomalies
Shipping anomalies
Customer behaviour
Goods misrepresentation
Free trade zones
Workshop: Red flag analysis

4Day 4: Due Diligence and Monitoring

Trade customer due diligence
Transaction monitoring
Price verification
Vessel and shipping checks
Escalation
Exercise: Monitoring scenario

5Day 5: Investigation and Reporting

Investigation steps
Documentation
Suspicious activity reports
Training
Controls improvement
Capstone: TBML investigation

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Trade-Based Money Laundering Detection course?

The course runs over 5 days of classroom training, usually Monday to Friday.

When is the next Trade-Based Money Laundering Detection course?

The next public date is 21 - 25 Dec 2026 in Barcelona. There are 13 upcoming dates in total.

Where is this course held?

Upcoming sessions run in Barcelona, Frankfurt, Rome, Kuala Lumpur, London.

Can I take Trade-Based Money Laundering Detection online?

Yes. Every date can also be joined live online in a virtual classroom with the trainer, for £1,280 per participant. Choose "Live online" in the dates table when you register.

How much does the course cost?

Fees start from £2,250 per delegate, depending on the city. Fees include tuition and course materials.

Do participants receive a certificate?

Yes. Delegates who complete the course receive a London Leadership Management Innovation certificate of completion.

Can this course be delivered in-house for our team?

Yes. LLMI can tailor and deliver this course privately for your organisation at your premises or in one of our training cities.

Course information last updated 14 November 2026.

Trade-Based Money Laundering Detection

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