Overview

The Financial Markets and Compliance Specialization combines foundational instruction on saving, investment and capital-market instruments with practical training in AML/CFT compliance, sanctions screening and RegTech. The programme covers personal finance and portfolio basics, capital-market structure and instruments, investor protection, customer due diligence, suspicious transaction reporting and sector-specific compliance approaches. Practical components include portfolio exercises, compliance clinics and RegTech demonstrations.

The program is delivered via a self-paced online format. Assessment components include case-based assignments, a comparative policy brief and a virtual examination. A minimum score of 50% is required to pass. Retake opportunities are available for a fee of ₦20,000. To qualify, applicants must hold a B.Sc./HND or a diploma supported by a minimum of two years’ work experience, or be an Associate Member of a recognised professional body with at least two years of work experience. The application process is fully online via the UNNBS and ISDIS websites, where prospective students generate an application number, pay the required fee, and subsequently receive a registration number and admission letter upon completion. Examinations are conducted virtually.

The Governing Council may approve waivers on a case-by-case basis for applicants who provide evidence of satisfactory completion of relevant subjects; applicable waiver fees will apply.