Where Ambition
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Live CAMS and CDCS preparation programmes are currently offered for Bangladesh-based participants. The standalone CAMS Exam Simulator is available worldwide for self-paced practice.
CAMS Certification
Bangladesh live preparation package
CDCS Preparation
Bangladesh live preparation package
CGSS Exam Simulator
Standalone sanctions practice access
CAMS Exam Simulator
Worldwide access · USD 50 internationally
Current Programme Update
CAMS 1st Batch is Live — classes are currently in progress. The 2nd Batch opens Friday, October 2, 2026. New candidates may request information about simulator access and the next live batch.
Professional Educators.
Real-World Credentials.
Vanguard Professional Academy was founded by Md. Ahsan Habib, a senior banking professional who believes world-class certification prep shouldn't require relocation or unaffordable fees. Our instructors bring decades of hands-on experience from leading Bangladeshi financial institutions.
We teach from the trenches — real trade finance desks, real AML/CFT compliance units, real Bangladesh Bank regulatory frameworks. Every lesson is grounded in practical application, not just textbook theory.
Outcome-Focused Learning
Structured syllabi built around actual exam blueprints — targeted, efficient, and results-driven.
Continuously Updated Practice Bank
Curated question banks for CAMS and CDCS with detailed answer rationale for deep understanding.
Certificates Available
Eligible course participants receive a Certificate of Completion. Simulator Achievement Certificates are issued only after a server-validated 120-question full mock in Exam Mode with 75% or higher; CAMS requires Total Mixed coverage.
Live Zoom Classes + Recordings
Attend live sessions and access all recordings afterwards. Learn at your pace without missing anything.
Md. Ahsan Habib
Head of Operations · CVC Finance PLC15+ years of banking expertise across BRAC Bank PLC, The City Bank PLC, IDLC Finance PLC, and CVC Finance PLC. Deep specialist in AML/CFT compliance, credit administration, trade finance operations, and NBFI regulatory frameworks under Bangladesh Bank and BFIU.
Omar Faruqe
Assistant Vice President · Premier Bank PLCSenior trade finance professional and AVP at Premier Bank PLC. Certified CDCS and CETS holder with deep expertise in documentary credits, UCP 600, ISBP, structured trade transactions, and export/import operations across international banking corridors.
Md Monirojjaman
Manager – AML · Eastern Bank PLCCertified AML professional with multi-discipline expertise spanning AFC, Audit & Investigations, and Six Sigma. Specialist in FCCM, PEP Management, Sanctions Compliance, CDD/EDD/TTP, FATCA, Correspondent Banking, Branch Governance, and Regulatory Compliance. Jahangiranagar University, Dhaka.
Md. Mizanur Rahman
Foreign Exchange Incharge · Islami Bank Bangladesh PLCSeasoned trade finance professional at Islami Bank Bangladesh PLC with specialisation in documentary credits, foreign exchange operations, and international trade compliance. Holder of CDCS, CETS and CSAA certifications with extensive hands-on expertise in LC issuance, amendment, negotiation, and UCP 600 application across complex trade transactions.
Certification
Preparation Tracks
Live CAMS and CDCS preparation packages are currently for Bangladesh-based participants. Standalone exam simulator access is offered separately, with the CAMS Exam Simulator available worldwide.
CAMS
A complete instructor-led CAMS preparation package for Bangladesh-based professionals, combining live classes, recordings, structured notes, practical guidance and premium simulator access.
- Bangladesh-based live Zoom preparation programme
- KYC, CDD & Enhanced Due Diligence
- FATF Recommendations & BFIU guidelines
- STR/SAR filing & financial investigations
- Sanctions screening & PEP management
- Premium CAMS Exam Simulator included with the package
CDCS
A complete instructor-led CDCS preparation package for Bangladesh-based trade finance professionals, with live classes, structured guidance and simulator access.
- Bangladesh-based live Zoom preparation programme
- ISBP 821 — practical document examination
- LC issuance, advising & discounting
- Incoterms 2020 & trade logistics
- Discrepancy identification & resolution
- CDCS Exam Simulator included with the package
CGSS
Standalone CGSS Exam Simulator for sanctions compliance practice, screening, ownership/control, asset freezing, reporting and evasion typologies.
- UN, US, UK and EU sanctions frameworks
- Sanctions screening and alert handling
- Ownership/control and asset-freezing rules
- Reporting, escalation and licensing concepts
- Sanctions evasion typologies and red flags
- Standalone Exam Simulator access with dynamic question loading
Your Journey to
Certification
Enrol & Onboard
Submit your enrolment request, select your course, and receive your welcome kit with study roadmap and Zoom class schedule.
Learn via Zoom
Attend live classes, revisit recordings anytime, and work through structured study materials at your pace.
Practice & Exam Simulator
Tackle a continuously updated exam-style question bank with timed mocks and detailed topic-wise analytics.
Get Certified & Excel
Complete your learning plan, earn an academy certificate where the published requirements are met, and sit your professional exam with confidence.
Exam-Ready
Exam Simulator
Self-paced exam practice with detailed explanations, timed modes, saved review and performance analytics. The standalone CAMS Exam Simulator is available worldwide.
CAMS Exam Simulator
Worldwide · Bangladesh BDT 5,000 · International USD 50Standalone CAMS practice across all domains with timed exams, full explanations, saved review and performance tracking. Live classes, recordings and the full preparation package are not included.
International billing is in USD. GBP, EUR or another major-currency equivalent can be arranged on request and confirmed on the invoice date.
- AML Risks & Typologies
- Compliance Programs & Controls
- Conducting Investigations
- AML Compliance in Practice
- Timed full-exam simulations
- Server-issued certificate on eligible full mock
CDCS Exam Simulator
Exam-style practiceScenario-based questions mirroring the CDCS format — UCP 600, ISBP 821, and document examination.
- UCP 600 Application Questions
- ISBP 821 & Document Examination
- Incoterms 2020 Scenarios
- LC Structures & Types
- Progress tracking by topic
- Server-issued certificate on eligible full mock
CGSS Exam Simulator
Bangladesh BDT 2,500 · International USD 25Global sanctions questions covering screening, ownership/control, asset freezes, reporting duties and evasion typologies.
- UN, US, UK and EU sanctions concepts
- Screening and matching logic
- Ownership/control and asset-freezing scenarios
- Reporting, escalation and licensing concepts
- Multi-select sanctions practice
- Dynamic Supabase question pool
Certificates
Issued on Completion
Eligible students who complete the applicable course requirements may receive a formal Vanguard Certificate of Completion signed by authorised academy faculty. A Simulator Achievement Certificate is issued only after a server-validated 120-question full mock in Exam Mode with 75% or higher; CAMS requires Total Mixed coverage.
Course Completion Certificate
Issued after completing the required modules of an eligible Vanguard CAMS or CDCS preparation programme. Signed and issued under official Vanguard branding.
Eligible Exam Simulator Certificate
Issued only after a server-validated 120-question full mock in Exam Mode with a score of 75% or higher. CAMS attempts must use Total Mixed coverage.
LinkedIn-Ready & Printable
PDF format, designed for professional display. Add it to your LinkedIn profile, CV, or portfolio with confidence.
Verifiable
Each certificate carries a unique ID and issuance date for authenticity verification by employers and institutions.
Certificate of Achievement
CAMS Exam Simulator
This is to certify that
has successfully completed the CAMS Exam Simulator with a score of 85%
Issued: July 2026 · Certificate No: VPA-CAMS-001
↑ Sample certificate design. Personalised with your name.
Official & Curated
Study Resources
Handpicked authoritative sources endorsed by exam bodies and global regulators.
ACAMS Official Website
Primary source for CAMS exam syllabus, study guides, and candidate handbooks.
→ acams.orgFATF 40 Recommendations
The international AML/CFT standard — essential reading for every CAMS candidate.
→ fatf-gafi.orgBFIU Bangladesh
Local regulatory guidance, typology reports, and AML/CFT circulars from the FIU.
→ bfiu.org.bdWolfsberg Group Principles
Global AML principles for correspondent banking, private banking, and trade finance.
→ wolfsberg-principles.comBasel Committee — BIS
AML guidelines, sound risk management, and CDD publications from BCBS.
→ bis.org/bcbsFinCEN (US Treasury)
SAR data, financial crime advisories, and typology studies — key CAMS reference.
→ fincen.govUNODC Money Laundering
UN resources on money laundering, proceeds of crime, and international conventions.
→ unodc.orgEgmont Group
International FIU network — typology papers and best practice guidance.
→ egmontgroup.orgOfficial CDCS Qualification Information
Exam structure, candidate resources and study guidance from the recognized awarding body.
→ Official informationICC Banking Commission
Official publisher of UCP 600, ISBP 821, ISP98, and trade finance guidelines.
→ iccwbo.orgUCP 600 — ICC Rules
Uniform Customs and Practice for Documentary Credits — the central LC rulebook.
→ iccwbo.org/ucp600SWIFT Trade Finance
SWIFT resources on trade finance messaging standards and compliance best practices.
→ swift.comIncoterms® 2020
Official ICC publication on international commercial terms — essential for CDCS.
→ iccwbo.org/incotermsBangladesh Bank — Trade Finance
BB guidelines on LC operations, export development, and foreign exchange regulations.
→ bb.org.bdTrade Finance Global
Industry news, guides, and explainers on trade finance instruments and current affairs.
→ tradefinanceglobal.comThe Vanguard
Difference
Practitioners, Not Just Teachers
Instructors hold active CAMS, CDCS, CETS & AIBB certifications and work in banking daily — you learn from people who apply this knowledge professionally.
Bangladesh-Specific Context
We bridge global standards with local regulatory reality — Bangladesh Bank, BFIU, and NBFIs. No puzzling over how international frameworks apply locally.
Continuously Updated Question Bank
Blueprint-aligned, exam-style practice questions with full rationale in premium mock access — not just right/wrong, but a clear explanation of why.
Affordable, World-Class Quality
Internationally-aligned curriculum at prices accessible to Bangladeshi banking professionals. Quality and affordability together.
Certificates That Matter
Receive academy-issued certificates after meeting the published course or simulator requirements. Each simulator certificate carries a unique verification number.
Live Zoom + Full Recordings
Scheduled around working professionals' hours, with every session recorded. Never miss a class. Learn at your pace without sacrifice.
Trusted by
AML professionals
Feedback from banking and AML professionals who reviewed Vanguard Professional Academy's CAMS preparation and exam simulator experience.
The Vanguard CAMS preparation platform combines focused learning with intelligent analytics. Its extensive smart simulator maps strengths and weaknesses for targeted improvement. Its executive-grade dashboard gives you a clear, data-driven view of your mastery across every ACAMS domain. Vanguard doesn’t just prepare you to pass — it builds the expertise to lead confidently in AML compliance.
The questions closely mirrored the style, difficulty, and scenario-based format of the actual exam, which took a lot of the guesswork out of preparation. I especially appreciate the detailed rationale provided after each question — it doesn't just tell you the right answer, it explains the reasoning, reinforcing concepts like customer due diligence, FATF, transaction monitoring, sanctions compliance, VASP & TBML.
The Vanguard Online Exam Simulator is an excellent resource for CAMS exam preparation. Its greatest strengths are the wide variety of questions and their strong alignment with CAMS exam content and AML principles. The simulator effectively tests both knowledge and analytical thinking through realistic, scenario-based questions. The testing methodology closely mirrors the actual exam experience, helping candidates improve their understanding, identify knowledge gaps, and build confidence for the CAMS examination.
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First Batch
Batch 01 is currently in progress