The Australian Compliance Institute (ACI) is Australia’s professional membership body and registered training organisation for compliance, risk, and financial crime professionals. As a not-for-profit membership association and Registered Training Organisation (RTO 91640), ACI supports members across financial services, banking, superannuation, insurance, and the broader corporate sector.
Our vision is to strengthen organisational and marketplace integrity and sustainability. Our mission is to drive excellence in the Compliance community.
Purpose
The Australian Compliance Institute is the peak body supporting everyone working in compliance.
Vision
Strengthen organisational and marketplace integrity and sustainability.
Mission
The Australian Compliance Institute is a not-for-profit membership organisation driving excellence in the Compliance community by thought leadership, sharing knowledge, setting standards, advocating change, and developing professionals.
Nationally recognised training in compliance and risk management
ACI is the only registered training organisation in Australia delivering nationally recognised qualifications in compliance and risk management. Our qualifications are developed specifically for the compliance profession and sit within the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF):
- Certificate IV in Compliance and Risk Management (11418NAT)
- Graduate Certificate in Compliance and Risk Management (11419NAT)
ACI also delivers nationally recognised AML/CTF qualifications and skill sets under the FNS Financial Services Training Package, supporting professionals working in anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing roles across Australia’s financial services sector.
Professional membership and recognition
ACI membership connects compliance professionals with a national community of practice, professional development resources, and regulatory updates. Members can pursue formal professional recognition through ACI’s Professional Recognition framework, which acknowledges experience, qualifications, and contribution to the compliance profession.
Who we serve
ACI members and students work across financial services, banking, superannuation, insurance, wealth management, and corporate compliance functions. Our qualifications and membership are relevant to compliance officers, risk managers, AML/CTF specialists, legal counsel, and governance professionals at all career stages.
Governance and accreditation
The Australian Compliance Institute was established in 1996 and is regulated by Australian Charities and Not For Profit Commission (ACNC), and Australian Skills Quality Authority (ASQA) as a registered training organisation (RTO 91640). ACI is governed by a board of directors and led by a professional management team. Read More Here