OFAC Sanctions Certificate - English

July 16, 2026 – September 19, 2026

Online – 60 days, accessible 24/7

Costs:

$ 895 USD – Non-Member (Get $100 off with code TFI100)

$ 795 USD – FIBA Members

$ 695 USD – Government

The OFAC Sanctions Certificate is an advanced-level program designed to strengthen the knowledge of professionals, officers, directors, and managers on U.S. sanctions compliance, with a focus on the regulations administered by the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC). It explains how sanctions programs work, the risks they create for financial institutions and other businesses, and the key elements required for an effective OFAC compliance framework, so participants can better identify, assess, and manage sanctions risk.

Online OFAC Sanctions Certificate

This online course is an interactive option for participants who prefer to complete the certificate at their own pace over a 30‑day period. During this time, participants will read course materials, watch instructional videos, and complete quizzes to reinforce learning and demonstrate mastery of the content.

Who is this training for?

• Senior Management

• Executive Board Members

• Compliance Officers and Risk Managers

• Sanctions and Screening Analysts

• Operations and Payments Staff

• Auditors

• Attorneys and Legal Counsel

Participants are expected to have experience in financial services or a related sector, together with a solid understanding of basic compliance and risk‑management principles.

Benefits Participants who successfully complete the program will be able to:

• Discover the purpose of international sanctions programs and the role OFAC plays.

• Identify persons subject to U.S. sanctions policy.

• Explore key elements for identifying the various types of OFAC lists and designations.

• Apply the steps financial institutions must take under economic and trade sanctions policy.

• Understand OFAC's requirements for regulatory compliance.

The program includes:

• Expert instruction – delivered by qualified professionals with extensive AML experience.

• Synchronous sessions and academic support – optional live Zoom sessions complemented by ongoing academic support, designed to encourage participation and knowledge sharing.

• Structured modules and discussion forums – organized learning units and forums to assess comprehension and promote the application of concepts across contexts.

• Case-study analysis – applying theoretical knowledge to real-world scenarios through structured case assessments.

• Final exam – a comprehensive exam to evaluate participants' understanding of key concepts and learning outcomes.

Instructor

Isabelle Wheeler, CFA, AMLCA, has been a leader in private banking for more than 30 years, working across all areas of wealth management at globally recognized institutions such as Citibank, Chase Manhattan Bank, Banco Santander, and BNP Paribas. Her roles have included Relationship Manager, Director of Financial Products and Services, and Director of Marketing and Sales, overseeing the commercial team's compliance.

In 2014, she founded Wheeler Consulting, LLC to provide training and consulting on wealth management and compliance in regulatory and anti-money-laundering areas. She has led several audits of financial institutions to assess the quality of their AML programs.

Isabelle completed her university education at the University of Virginia, graduating with honors. She holds the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation, maintains FINRA Series 4, 7, and 24 licenses, and earned FIBA's AMLCA anti-money-laundering certification. She has served as a FIBA Board Member and as President and Board Member of CFA Miami.

Certificate completion & Continuing Education credits

Upon successful completion, participants receive the OFAC Sanctions Certificate. The certificate is offered in collaboration with Florida International University (FIU), a nationally accredited institution ranked #6 in International Business in the United States, providing participants with a recognized, high-value professional accreditation. The program carries 15 Continuing Education (CE) credits.