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CAMS® Exam Prep (Unofficial) : AML Fundamentals to Advanced

Name: CAMS® Exam Prep (Unofficial) : AML Fundamentals to Advanced
Rating: 4.6 (113 reviews)

Unofficial CAMS® training covering AML, KYC, CDD, EDD, sanctions & SAR reporting with real-world examples

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Created byGenMan Solutions

Last updated 6/2026

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What you'll learn

Master proven CAMS® exam strategies, including scenario analysis and answer elimination techniques
Solve complex CAMS® exam-style questions with confidence using structured thinking approaches
Identify high-frequency CAMS® topics and focus areas to maximize exam performance
Avoid common CAMS® exam traps through targeted practice and real exam insights
Analyze money laundering stages—placement, layering, and integration—using real-world cases
Apply KYC, CDD, and EDD frameworks to assess customer risk and beneficial ownership
Evaluate global AML frameworks including FATF, EU directives, and Basel standards
Execute transaction monitoring, alert reviews, and SAR reporting with practical scenarios
Investigate financial crime cases using structured methods and real-world typologies

Course content

8 sections • 38 lectures • 5h 35m total length

What is Money Laundering and Why Criminals Cannot Just Spend Their Money ?4:00
The Three Stages of Money Laundering: Placement, Layering & Integration9:16
Case Study: The Sinaloa Cartel & Financial System Gaps11:09
Key Terms: What They Mean and Why Precision Matters9:59
Explore six essential AML terms—structuring, shell company, beneficial owner, predicate offence, gatekeepers, and roundtripping—and learn how precise definitions drive real-world decision making.
Visual Recap: Stages, Terms & the Laundering Cycle0:26
Before you test yourself, lock in everything from this section with one clear visual. This mind map pulls the entire section onto a single page — the concept of laundering, the three stages and the methods used in each, the detection rule, the Sinaloa Cartel and HSBC case, and the six key terms with quick definitions.
Use it as your revision anchor: study the map, then cover it and try to recall each branch from memory. The gaps you find are exactly what to review before the quiz.
The map is attached as a downloadable resource — save it, screenshot it, or print it to revise on the go.
CAMS®-Pattern Questions
Scenario Based MCQs

What Is a Typology and Why You Need to Know Them3:51
Trade-Based Money Laundering: Value Without Moving Money11:06
Explore how international trade enables trade-based money laundering and master four techniques—over-invoicing, under-invoicing, multiple invoicing, and phantom shipments—through a real-world peso exchange case, plus red flags to detect it.
Real Estate: Why Criminals Love Property9:13
Cryptocurrency: The New Frontier for AML8:04
Casinos, Insurance & Professional Services7:52
Visual Recap: Typologies & High-Risk Sectors0:27
Before you test yourself, lock in everything from this section with one clear visual. This mind map pulls the entire section onto a single page — what a typology is, the four trade-based laundering techniques, real estate's three attractive traits, how cryptocurrency is both traceable and exploitable, the casino, insurance and professional-services sectors, and the strongest red flags across each.
Use it as your revision anchor: study the map, then cover it and try to recall each branch from memory. The gaps you find are exactly what to review before the quiz.
The map is attached as a downloadable resource — save it, screenshot it, or print it to revise on the go.
CAMS®-Pattern Questions
Scenario-Based MCQs

Terrorist Financing: Why It Is a Completely Different Problem8:04
Where Terrorist Financing Money Comes From and How It Moves14:08
Visual Recap: Terrorist Financing at a Glance0:28
Before you test yourself, lock in everything from this section with one clear visual. This mind map pulls the entire section onto a single page — why terrorist financing differs from money laundering, the small-money reality behind major attacks, the five funding sources ranked by detectability, how funds move through banking and hawala, the non-profit vulnerability, and the FATF Recommendations that apply.
Use it as your revision anchor: study the map, then cover it and try to recall each branch from memory. The gaps you find are exactly what to review before the quiz.
The map is attached as a downloadable resource — save it, screenshot it, or print it to revise on the go.
CAMS®-Pattern Questions
Scenario-Based MCQs

Politically Exposed Persons: Who They Are and Why They Matter9:10
Define politically exposed persons and explain why their offices create money-laundering risk. Outline three categories—foreign, domestic, international organization peps—and the reach to family, close associates, and fatf guidance.
PEP: Real Life Case Studies12:35
Examine real life PEP risk through cases like 1MDB, Abacha funds looting, and the Azerbaijani laundromat to understand how insufficient due diligence, shell companies, and bribery undermine AML controls.
Shell Companies and Beneficial Ownership: Breaking Through the Structure9:07
Visual Recap: PEPs, Shell Companies & Beneficial Ownership0:29
Before you test yourself, lock in everything from this section with one clear visual. This mind map pulls the entire section onto a single page — the definition and three categories of PEPs, how status extends to family and when it ends, the three landmark cases (1MDB, Abacha, the Azerbaijani Laundromat), why shell companies work so well, and the beneficial-ownership rules including the 25% threshold and look-through.
Use it as your revision anchor: study the map, then cover it and try to recall each branch from memory. The gaps you find are exactly what to review before the quiz.
The map is attached as a downloadable resource — save it, screenshot it, or print it to revise on the go.
CAMS®-Pattern Questions
Scenario-Based MCQs

FATF: The Organisation That Sets the Global Rules7:28
FATF shapes global anti-money laundering standards and evaluates national systems through mutual assessments, linking technical compliance and real-world effectiveness, with gray list and blacklist guiding enhanced due diligence.
The Key FATF Recommendations13:27
Visual Recap: The FATF Framework as a Workflow0:27
Before you test yourself, lock in everything from this section with one clear visual. This mind map pulls the entire section onto a single page — how FATF sets and assesses standards without enforcement power, the technical-compliance-versus-effectiveness distinction, the Grey and Black Lists, and the key Recommendations laid out as a single workflow from assessing risk through to reporting.
Use it as your revision anchor: study the map, then cover it and try to recall each branch from memory. The gaps you find are exactly what to review before the quiz.
The map is attached as a downloadable resource — save it, screenshot it, or print it to revise on the go.
CAMS®-Pattern Questions
Scenario-Based MCQs

The Bank Secrecy Act: America’s AML Foundation18:20
Understand the Bank Secrecy Act as the global AML foundation and learn the five pillars, including policies, a compliance officer, training, independent testing, and customer due diligence.
FinCEN, OFAC & the Consequences of Getting It Wrong20:17
Explore FinCEN's SAR analysis for network-wide detection and OFAC's strict sanctions framework, including blocking, 314a/314b sharing, and BNP Paribas's lessons on program and culture failures.
SAR: What it is, why it exists & when to file10:58
Learn how suspicious activity reports (SARs) unite bank data with FinCEN to detect financial crime, outlining filing thresholds, safe harbor, tipping off, and continuing SARs.
SAR Form, Narrative & Quality10:17
Currency Transaction Report (CTR)17:02
Explore how the currency transaction report records large cash movements above $10,000 in a single business day through aggregation, and how CTR differs from SAR across US and India.
Important Links to File SAR/STR and CTR5:16
Currency Transaction Report Form Walkthrough11:43
CTR vs SAR vs STR6:09
Visual Recap: The US Regulatory Framework0:29
Before you test yourself, lock in everything from this section with one clear visual. This mind map pulls the entire section onto a single page — why US rules reach institutions worldwide, the BSA's Five Pillars, the key reports (CTR, SAR, FBAR, CMIR) with their thresholds, FinCEN's role and the 314(a)/314(b) mechanisms, OFAC strict liability and blocking, and the programme-versus-culture failure lesson from the enforcement cases.
Use it as your revision anchor: study the map, then cover it and try to recall each branch from memory. The gaps you find are exactly what to review before the quiz.
The map is attached as a downloadable resource — save it, screenshot it, or print it to revise on the go.
CAMS®-Pattern Questions
Scenario-Based MCQs

What Makes an AML Programme Work5:22
Policies, Procedures and the Governance Framework11:37
Define and integrate AML policies and procedures within a governance framework, clarifying risk appetite, scope, responsibilities, due diligence, suspicious activity reporting, training, sanctions, and the three lines of defense.
The Compliance Officer: Independence, Authority and Role12:10
Understand how the compliance officer must be independent, resourced, and hold authority with access to leadership to govern AML programs and SAR decisions, as shown by mirror trading case.
Training, Independent Testing and Record Keeping12:38
Understand how training, independent testing, and recordkeeping form the AML program: training must be effective, role-specific, ongoing, and documented; audits verify SAR/CTR process and CDD; records are retained five years.
Applying the Framework: Real-World Scenarios9:48
CAMS®-Pattern Questions

Requirements

There are no strict prerequisites for taking this course. You do not need any prior experience in AML or compliance, as everything is explained from the ground up in a simple and structured manner. While a basic understanding of banking or financial services can be helpful, it is not mandatory. All you need is an interest in financial crime, compliance, and risk management, along with a willingness to engage with real-world case studies and scenario-based questions. You should have access to a computer or mobile device with an internet connection to watch the lectures and attempt quizzes and mock tests. Most importantly, a commitment to practicing and revising consistently will help you get the best results and confidently clear the CAMS® exam.

Description

Disclaimer

CAMS® and Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist® are registered trademarks of the Association of Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialists (ACAMS). This course is not endorsed by, affiliated with, or sponsored by ACAMS. This course is intended for exam preparation and knowledge enhancement only and does not provide an official CAMS® certification. For official information about the CAMS® certification, please visit the ACAMS website.

About the Course

If you are an aspiring compliance professional, banker, auditor, risk manager, or someone looking to build a strong career in Anti-Money Laundering, you already know that clearing the CAMS® exam is not just about memorizing concepts—it’s about thinking like an investigator. Do you often feel overwhelmed by AML frameworks, global regulations, and complex case scenarios? Or wonder how to connect theory with real-world financial crime situations? This course is designed exactly for you.

This course, “CAMS® Certification: Complete AML Exam Prep with Real Cases,” goes beyond traditional exam preparation by combining conceptual clarity with practical, real-world case analysis. Instead of just teaching you what AML is, it trains you to approach problems the way the exam—and the industry—expects. From understanding how criminals actually move money to mastering global regulatory frameworks, this course gives you a complete, structured path to CAMS® success.

In this course, you will:

Master the complete AML lifecycle including placement, layering, and integration through real-world examples
Develop a strong understanding of KYC, CDD, EDD, and beneficial ownership in practical scenarios
Analyze real cases such as global banking failures and financial crime investigations to build applied knowledge
Apply FATF recommendations, EU directives, and global AML frameworks to exam-style questions
Build expertise in transaction monitoring systems, alert reviews, and SAR filing processes
Strengthen your understanding of sanctions compliance, OFAC requirements, and risk-based approaches
Interpret complex typologies including trade-based money laundering, fraud schemes, and terrorist financing
Practice exam-focused scenarios and techniques to improve accuracy and confidence

Understanding AML is not just about passing an exam—it is one of the most critical skills in today’s global financial system. Financial crime is becoming more sophisticated, and organizations across banking, fintech, and regulatory bodies are actively seeking professionals who can detect, prevent, and investigate these risks effectively. CAMS® certification is globally recognized, and having this expertise can significantly accelerate your career growth.

Throughout the course, you will engage with real-world case studies, scenario-based learning, quizzes, practice assignments, and full-length mock tests designed to simulate the actual CAMS® exam environment. You will not just study concepts—you will apply them, evaluate situations, and build the mindset required to succeed.

What makes this course different is its exam-oriented storytelling approach. Every topic is explained in a simplified yet structured manner, followed by “thinking like the exam” techniques that help you decode tricky questions. Instead of passive learning, you are continuously trained to connect concepts, eliminate wrong answers, and choose the most appropriate response—just like in the real exam.

If you are serious about clearing CAMS® and building a strong foundation in AML and financial crime compliance, this course will give you both the knowledge and the confidence you need.

Enroll now and take the next step toward becoming a CAMS® certified professional.

Who this course is for:

Compliance professionals who want to clear the CAMS® exam and advance in AML roles
Banking and fintech professionals who want to strengthen AML, KYC, and risk management expertise
Audit and risk professionals who want to apply AML frameworks in real-world investigations
Fresh graduates who want to build a career in financial crime compliance and pass CAMS®
AML analysts who want to improve SAR writing, transaction monitoring, and case investigation skills
Professionals switching to compliance roles who want structured CAMS® prep with real-world cases

CAMS® Exam Prep (Unofficial) : AML Fundamentals to Advanced

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Course content

Introduction to Money Laundering5 lectures • 35min

Typologies & High Risk Sectors6 lectures • 41min

Terrorist Financing3 lectures • 23min

PEPs, Shell Companies & Beneficial Ownership4 lectures • 31min

The FATF Framework3 lectures • 21min

The US Regulatory Framework9 lectures • 1hr 41min

Building the AML Compliance Programme5 lectures • 52min

KYC, CDD & Enhanced Due Diligence3 lectures • 32min

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