Introduction to AML/CTF

Introduction to Money Laundering

Money laundering is a crime with significant consequences for the Australian community. In this module we will look at the crime and consequences of money laundering and AUSTRAC's role in the fight against money laundering.

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Placement Techniques

Placement is the first stage of the money laundering process, in which illegal funds or assets are first brought into the financial system. In this module we will look at the different placement techniques.

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Layering Techniques

Layering is the second stage of the money laundering process, in which illegal funds or assets are moved, dispersed and disguised to conceal their origin. Funds can be hidden in the financial system through a web of complicated transactions. In this module we will look at the different layering techniques.

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Integration Techniques

Integration is the third stage of the money laundering process, in which the illegal funds or assets are successfully cleansed and appear legitimate in the financial system, making them available for investment, saving or expenditure. In this module we will look at different integration techniques.

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Last updated: Friday, 28 October, 2011