Appropriate Use of Communication Channels Training Course

Not all communication channels are appropriate for business purposes.

Firms are facing intense scrutiny over their use of unapproved and ephemeral messaging apps, such as WhatsApp, Signal, Snapchat and Telegram.

Learn the best practices and keep yourself up to date with the latest developments so that you can protect yourself and your firm.

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appropriate use of communication channels

About this Course

Available as part of our FCA Compliance Library.

Learning Objectives

This course will prepare you to:

  • Distinguish which activities classify as 'in-scope' and therefore must be recorded
  • Recognise which communication channels and apps are permitted for business use - and which ones are not
  • Act appropriately if you find yourself in an unrecorded or potentially compromised conversation
  • Be professional when communicating with clients, colleagues and counterparties
  • Act appropriately in an emergency or as part of an approved Business Continuity Process

Course Outline

Welcome

Why record communications?

- What is in scope?
-What gets recorded?
-How to stay compliant and conduct business on approved systems

The consequences of getting it wrong

- Crossing the line
- Best practice: Dos
- Best practice: Don'ts

Scenario: The price check

- Scenario: The group chat
- Scenario: The WhatsApp call
- Scenario: The LinkedIn message

Summary

Affirmation

Assessment

Course Specifications

 

Structure

Structure

Approximately 10 minutes followed by a 6-question assessment.

Audience

Audience

Suitable for all staff - examples and interactivities designed for staff at all levels. No previous knowledge or experience is required.

Design

Design

SHARD-compliant, responsive display on all devices, accessibility on screen readers, visual design controlled via client style sheet.

Compatibility

Compatibility

All Windows, Mac OSX, iOS, Android (Flash-free for mobile compatibility). AICC and SCORM 1.2-compliant, suitable for both hosted and deployed SCORM or AICC.

Tailoring

Tailoring

Fully customisable on Skillcast Portal CMS.

Translation

Translation

Pre-translated versions not available, but all text content can be exported for translation into all languages.

Localisation

Localisation

Based on UK legislation, but suitable for global audiences upon the removal of UK-specific references and translation as necessary.

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