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Old 20-02-2019, 11:47 PM
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Question Seeking advice on how to enter as a fresh grad

Hi all, I'm a 25yo male who'll be graduating this May. 2nd lower Econs major. Did a 3-month temp job at $8/hour doing AML screening after my ORD and found the world of compliance quite fascinating as I know there's so much more to compliance than just screening. I'd like to ask a few questions here that may have already been asked.


1) What computer skills are needed to enter this field? What Excel functions do you use most in your job (e.g. Pivot table, Vlookup, Match, Index)? Is VBA necessary?
2) Is ACAMS really more recognised than ICA Diploma? If yes, is it worth spending money out of my own pocket (i.e. not company-sponsored) to try and attend seminars in order to gain the 40 credits sooner?
3) Is it likely to earn $10k per month before reaching 35yo? What's the typical progression?
4) What should I use my Skillsfuture credits on? (adding on to qn 1)


Hope some compliance professionals can help
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