The Certification of Completion in Gambling Regulation, Compliance, & Auditing for European Markets combines theoretical knowledge with applied industry practice. The program provides participants with a comprehensive understanding of the European gambling industry, including regulatory frameworks, operational structures, compliance requirements, auditing processes, and emerging technology trends shaping both land-based and online gaming environments.
Participants will explore the foundations of gambling regulation across the European Union, including jurisdictional differences, licensing models, and regulatory oversight. The program also examines operational realities within casino and gaming environments, including compliance processes, audit methodologies, payment systems, and responsible gambling implementation. In addition, participants will gain insight into the rapidly expanding online gaming sector, including platform operations, cross-border regulatory challenges, and digital compliance standards.
The program approaches gambling not only as a regulated industry but also as a complex operational and financial ecosystem. As such, topics include regulatory strategy, anti-money laundering frameworks, player protection, payments infrastructure, audit processes, and the impact of innovation and emerging technologies on gaming operations.
This certificate is ideal for gaming and hospitality professionals, compliance and audit professionals, regulators and policymakers, payments and fintech professionals working with gaming operators, and professionals seeking to transition into the European gaming industry. In alignment with Hellenic American University’s mission, this program equips participants with practical knowledge and industry-relevant skills to operate effectively within regulated gaming environments and support responsible, compliant gambling operations.
Courses for the Certification
Individuals wishing to earn the Certification of Completion in Gambling Regulation, Compliance, & Auditing for European Markets must complete the following modules:
- European Gambling Industry and Regulatory Frameworks: Overview of the European gambling market, regulatory models, EU legal principles, licensing structures, and jurisdictional comparisons.
- Land-Based Casino Operations, Compliance, and Auditing: Operational structures, surveillance and security, compliance programs, audit processes, AML requirements, and responsible gambling implementation.
- Online Gambling Operations, Payments, and Digital Compliance: Online platform operations, payments ecosystems, cross-border licensing challenges, technical compliance, and emerging technology trends.
Program Format
- 8-week online certification of completion
- Designed for working professionals
- Industry-aligned and practice-focused
- No prerequisites required
Career Relevance
Graduates of this certification will gain practical knowledge applicable to roles in:
- Casino and gaming operations
- Regulatory and compliance management
- Audit and risk management
- Gaming technology and platform operations
- Payments and gaming fintech
- Policy and regulatory advisory roles
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