Introduction to the Offshore Finance Industry
| Duration | 1 Day |
| Level | Introductory |
| Suitable for | This course is ideal for anyone seeking an understanding of what is meant by ‘offshore’, such as inductees, secondees to the Channel Islands, staff who are about to change role, or those thinking of starting a career in finance. |
| CPD hours | 6 hours |
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Course Content
- What is ‘offshore’?
- The history, use, features and trends of offshore finance
- Dynamics of offshore centres, companies and corporate services
- Directors' duties offshore and the corresponding liabilities
- Trusts and trust services
- Trustee duties offshore and corresponding associated liabilities
- Other forms of offshore vehicle
- Tax principles
- Key offshore issues
- AML principles
- Understanding the role and influence of the regulatory environment both locally and internationally
Learning Outcomes
Having attended this course, delegates will:
- Gain a broad overview of what is 'offshore'
- Be able to differentiate between tax havens and offshore business centres
- Be able to explain different types of entities and products available to offshore customers
- Appreciate the risks facing the offshore industry today