Regulatory Compliance Academy
TOTAL HOURS
76 academic hours (including both theoretical and practical sessions)
SCHEDULE
8 academic hours per week (Mondays and Wednesdays, from 18:00 to 21:00)
DURATION
3 months (June, September, and October)
FORMAT
In-person attendance or online via Zoom
LOCATION
University of Skopje or online through the Zoom platform
ORGANIZERS
University of Skopje and Pingala Consult
FEE
€780 (15% discount for a second participant from the same organization)
CONTACT
+389 78 33 43 73 info@pingalaconsult.com
Regulatory Compliance refers to the adherence to all laws, regulations, and standards applicable to an organization’s operations. It is a vital foundation for long-term success and trust in the market.
In today’s fast-paced and complex business and institutional landscape, compliance is not merely a legal requirement — it is essential for building trust, ensuring operational stability, and achieving sustainable growth. Organizations that systematically comply with relevant regulations enhance their integrity, reduce exposure to legal and financial risks, avoid sanctions or revocation of licenses, and strengthen their reputation as reliable partners for employees, clients, investors, and other stakeholders.
Who Should Attend?
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Members of compliance teams in corporations, companies, and institutions that have already implemented a Compliance Management System
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Companies,, institutions and organizations planning to establish a Compliance Management System
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Companies offering or planning to offer products and services in international markets
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Legal professionals and law firms that provide regulatory compliance services to clients
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Companies seeking or preparing to attract foreign or domestic investors for their business or projects
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Compliance professionals, legal experts, consultants, and individuals from other fields who wish to develop in-depth expertise in regulatory compliance
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Companies developing system solutions related to Compliance Management Systems
Teaching Approach
While each area of regulatory compliance may serve as a standalone specialized topic, this program is designed to provide participants with a comprehensive overview of the compliance function. It covers the most critical aspects of this control role while exploring its origin, development, and emerging trends.
Modules will offer both a broad-based understanding of individual topics and specialized approaches tailored to different sectors.
The academy will be delivered through interactive sessions, featuring lectures, presentations, practical examples, and case studies relevant to the target audience.
The 76-hour training includes:
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Expert-led lectures
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Thematic workshops
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Case study analysis
What’s Included?
Expert lecturers with over 15 years of professional experience
Learning materials and educational resources
Training delivered in modern classrooms equipped with the latest technology
Option to attend the training online
Option to pay in installments
Certificate of non-formal education from the University of Skopje upon completion and passing of the final exam
Case studies, practical examples, and hands-on exercises
Additional discount for two or more participants from the same organization
Exclusive benefits for other training programs, events, and networking opportunities with professionals in the field
Benefits for You:
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Increased Employability: Especially in sectors such as banking, healthcare, IT, telecommunications, pharmaceuticals, insurance, and the public sector.
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Career Advancement: You can position yourself as a compliance officer, a person responsible for ensuring compliance with regulations, or a specialized compliance consultant with the possibility of offering external compliance services.
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Better Understanding of Laws and Regulations: Useful if you hold a managerial position or run your own business.
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Confidence in Decision-Making: You will be able to manage compliance risks and make informed decisions.
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International Applicability: Understanding the international context of regulatory compliance and the regulatory environment in different jurisdictions.
What You Will Learn:
If you attend the Regulatory Compliance Academy, you will learn how organizations comply with laws, regulations, and internal acts and procedures to avoid legal, financial, and reputational consequences.
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The Origins and Fundamentals of Regulatory Compliance
What compliance with regulations is, and why this function is particularly important for companies/organizations as a control function and a second line of defense within good corporate governance (applicable to different industries). -
International and National Regulations
Various risks associated with the compliance function: protection of personal data (GDPR), anti-money laundering (AML), international acts related to the management of corruption and bribery risks (Foreign Corrupt Practices Act), ISO standards, and local regulations. -
Processes and Tools for Successful Compliance Implementation
How compliance programs are developed and implemented, monitoring, and auditing. -
Identification and Assessment of Regulatory Risks
Managing conflicts of interest, whistleblowing systems, etc. -
Reports, Audits, and Inspections
Preparation for regulatory reviews and reporting to competent authorities. -
Communication and Training
How to train employees and build a culture of compliance within the organization. -
Ethics and Integrity
Compliance is not an expense – it's your competitive advantage!
Meet the Expert Lecturers:
Prof. dr. Jovan Andonovski
Biography Jovan Andonovski was born in 1980 in Skopje, Republic of Macedonia. He earned his law degree from the Faculty of Law “Iustinianus Primus” in Skopje. In 2001, he specialized in International Law at the Jagiellonian University in Kraków, Republic of Poland. He obtained his Master’s degree from the Faculty of Law “Iustinianus Primus” in 2010, where he later earned his PhD in Roman Law in 2015. Additionally, in 2023, he specialized in Regulatory Compliance at Penn University, USA. From 1999 to 2002, he worked in the Assembly of the Republic of Macedonia on a project by the National Democratic Institute. Between 2003 and 2006, he worked as a law clerk, and in the same year was appointed Deputy Director of the Central Registry of the Republic of Macedonia. From 2007 to 2009, he served at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs as a department head and as First Secretary at the Macedonian Embassy in Vienna, Austria. From 2009 to 2014, he was State Secretary at the Secretariat for European Affairs, where he also served as a State Counselor. In 2015, he was elected Assistant Professor at the Faculty of Law at the University “Goce Delchev” in Štip, and in 2020, he was promoted to Associate Professor. From October 2016 until October 2024, he served as Deputy Ombudsman. He has been a scholarship recipient of the “Queen Jadwiga” Foundation in Poland and the “Konrad Adenauer” Foundation in the Federal Republic of Germany. He speaks English, German, and Polish. He is the author of numerous professional and academic publications and legal works published both domestically and internationally.
M.A. Irena Bachanovic Karakashev
Biography Irena Bacanovic Karakashev is a professional holding dual LL.M. degree – one in the field of business and administration from the Faculty of Economics, University Ss Cyril and Methodius, Skopje, Macedonia, and other in the field of law and economics through the prestigious ERASMUS Master Program (via Universität Hamburg, Università degli Studi di Bologna and Université Paul Cézanne Aix-Marseille III) With over fifteen years of banking experience in compliance management, she is an internationally certified compliance expert specializing in compliance management, digitalization, ESG and green sustainability initiatives, corporate governance, ethics, and integrity. Her expertise as a trainer covers compliance, data protection, ethics, integrity, and corporate governance, equipping professionals with essential and advanced skills to navigate complex regulatory landscapes. In the role of a representative of a financial institution, Irena is a former member of expert bodies (Legal, Compliance, and Information Security committees) part of the Macedonian Banking Association, and an active promoter of the compliance function as a significant control function, in good corporate governance. Trainer on ISO standards for compliance management, anti-corruption, anti-bribery, and legal aspects in information security and data protection. An active member of Technical Committee 9 Management of Quality, environment, and Risks as part of the Institute for Certification of Macedonia (observer in the international body for ISO standards drafting in this field). Expertise in project management funded by international organizations.