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url: "https://xcademia.com/courses/financial-promotions-and-marketing-compliance"
title: Financial Promotions and Marketing Compliance
description: "Learn FCA financial promotions rules, social media compliance, and approval processes. Build practical marketing compliance skills with real scenarios."
publishedAt: "2026-04-09T06:26:50.188727+00:00"
updatedAt: "2026-04-09T06:26:50.188727+00:00"
type: course
code: "FAB-0109"
level: Practitioner
duration_days: "2"
track: "Financial Services Regulation & Compliance (UK)"
category: "Finance, Accounting & Business Skills"
credential_tier: tier1
price_gbp: "1799"
---

# Financial Promotions and Marketing Compliance

> Learn how to create and approve financial promotions that meet FCA regulatory standards across channels. Develop practical skills to manage marketing compliance risks using real-world scenarios.

## Overview

Financial promotions are a critical area of regulatory focus, with firms expected to ensure all communications are clear, fair, and not misleading. This mentor-led programme provides a practical understanding of FCA financial promotion rules and how they apply across traditional and digital channels.

Participants will explore how to review and approve promotions, manage risks associated with social media, and ensure appropriate sign-off processes are in place. Through practical scenarios, learners will understand how regulatory expectations translate into day-to-day marketing and compliance activities.

The course also addresses common breaches and emerging challenges, including cross-border promotions and digital marketing trends. By the end of the programme, participants will be equipped to strengthen marketing governance and reduce regulatory risk while supporting business growth.

## Prerequisites

- Basic understanding of financial services
- Familiarity with marketing or compliance roles
- Awareness of regulatory environments

## What you will learn

- Analyse FCA financial promotion requirements
- Design compliant promotion approval processes
- Implement social media compliance controls
- Evaluate marketing materials for regulatory risks
- Communicate compliance requirements to stakeholders
- Lead improvements in marketing governance

## Skills you will gain

- Financial promotion compliance
- Marketing risk assessment
- Social media governance
- Regulatory frameworks application
- Approval workflow design
- Compliance monitoring techniques

## Career progression

- Compliance Officer
- Marketing Compliance Manager
- Risk Analyst
- Product Marketing Manager
- Regulatory Affairs Specialist

## Curriculum

1. **Module 1: Introduction to Financial Promotions Regulation**
   - FCA financial promotion framework
   - Key principles and scope
   - “Clear, fair and not misleading” standard
2. **Module 2: Regulatory Rules and Requirements**
   - FCA Handbook overview (COBS, CONC)
   - Approval requirements and exemptions
   - Roles and responsibilities
3. **Module 3: Promotion Review and Approval Process**
   - Designing compliant approval workflows
   - Role of authorised approvers
   - Record-keeping and audit trails
4. **Module 4: Social Media and Digital Marketing Compliance**
   - Risks in social media promotions
   - Influencer and affiliate marketing rules
   - Monitoring and control mechanisms
5. **Module 5: Common Breaches and Enforcement Actions**
   - Misleading claims and omissions
   - Case studies of regulatory breaches
   - Lessons learned and mitigation strategies
6. **Module 6:  International and Cross-Border Promotions**
   - Jurisdictional considerations
   - Local regulatory differences
   - Managing global campaigns
7. **Module 7: Governance and Controls**
   - Policies and procedures for promotions
   - Training and awareness programmes
   - Internal audit and compliance monitoring
8. **Module 8: Practical Scenarios and Compliance Testing**
   - Reviewing real-world promotions
   - Identifying compliance gaps
   - Implementing corrective actions

## Exam & certification

You will receive an Xcademia certificate of completion based on participation and successful completion of labs and scenario simulations.

## Delivery options

- **Live Online** — Join live instructor-led sessions from anywhere. Interactive, engaging, and flexible.
- **Onsite Training** — We come to you. Training delivered at your workplace for teams of 6 or more.
- **Venue-Based** — Classroom training at a professional venue. Ideal for focused, immersive learning.
- **Blended** — Combine online and in-person learning for maximum flexibility and impact.

## Frequently asked questions

**Who should attend this course?**

Professionals in compliance, marketing, and risk roles within financial services.



**Does the course cover social media compliance?**

Yes, it includes detailed guidance on digital and influencer marketing risks.



**Will I learn how to approve promotions?**

Yes, the course covers approval workflows and governance processes.



**Are real regulatory cases discussed?**

Yes, practical case studies and enforcement examples are included.



**Is prior compliance experience required?**

No, but basic familiarity with financial services is recommended.

## Course at a glance

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Code | FAB-0109 |
| Duration | 2 days |
| Level | Practitioner |
| Track | Financial Services Regulation & Compliance (UK) |
| Category | Finance, Accounting & Business Skills |
| Credential tier | tier1 |
| Price (GBP) | £1799 |

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