30 fully sponsored seats. If you’re 18+ and based in the Maltese Islands, this is for you.
✦ 30 FULLY SPONSORED SEATS
iGaming Foundations Course powered by VentureMax
This short course unpacks how the iGaming industry actually works – the products, platforms, teams and rules behind the scenes. Designed for people who’ve never been shown the full picture. Until now.
100% sponsored, selection made by VentureMax.
A bold learning investment in Malta’s talentVentureMax is fully funding 30 seats in this iGaming Foundations Course – a fun, practical introduction to one of Malta’s most important industries. This initiative is part of their ongoing commitment to support individuals residing int he Maltese Islands who have the ambition, drive, and desire to grow, but may lack the knowledge or opportunity to get started.
Open to individuals aged 18+ currently residing in the Maltese Islands. VentureMax will solely review and select all scholarship recipients.
How to apply
STEP 1
Enrol online
Complete your enrolment (it’s free) and you’ll be added to the waitlist. We’ll send over step 2 instructions by email. Enrol now ↓
STEP 2
Share a short video
Record a 60-second video telling VentureMax why this opportunity matters to you and what you hope to gain from the course.
STEP 3
Selection
VentureMax will carefully review all submissions and choose 30 individuals they believe deserve a sponsored seat.
✦ LIMITED SEATS AVAILABLE
What you’ll learn during our Live iGaming Foundations CourseGet an insider view of the iGaming world – the platforms, products, teams, and rules shaping one of Malta’s biggest industries. No experience needed.
MODULE #1What is iGaming?
An introduction to the world that is iGaming. Get to know what it is all about, its history and where it is heading. Learn the facts and myths and even master the iGaming lingo.
- The history & the future
- What is an iGaming site?
- Jurisdictions
- Myths & misconceptions
MODULE #2The iGaming Site ecosystem
Let’s walk into the playground: we’ll help you find your way around real-life iGaming sites by identifying their components and learning what makes them tick.
- The basics of an iGaming site
- A sportsbook site
- How the sites are operated
- The difference between provider & affiliate
- How players find online casinos & sportsbooks
- The games
- How players fund their accounts
- When a customer needs help
MODULE #3The games, sportsbook & iGaming products
This is your crash course on the products behind iGaming. Get the low-down on sportsbook, the different games, and all the other gaming products that keep the industry moving.
- Introduction to an online casino
- Game categories
- Games of skill
- Games of chance
- Lotteries
- Return to player
- Introduction to an online sportsbook
- What is a sportsbook & market examples
- Understanding sportsbook
- Odds
- Betting markets & bet types
- eSports
MODULE #4Introduction to Fraud Prevention
Put your detective hat on as we take a look at industry-specific cybercrime and fraud. Learn the ropes of how to detect and manage suspicious activity.
- What is cybercrime?
- Examples of cybercrime
- Fraud: what is it?
- Fraud trends in iGaming
- Fraud prevention & management
- Recognising & managing suspicious activity
MODULE #5Introduction to Anti-Money Laundering (AML) & Counter-Terrorism Financing
Here we walk you through the dark side. Get to know how to detect and report criminals, money launderers, and terrorists trying to exploit iGaming.
- What is money laundering?
- How does money laundering work?
- Crypto laundering
- What is terrorist financing?
- The 3 steps to terrorist financing
- The regulations
- Recognising & reporting suspicions
- How casinos tackle it
- Case study
MODULE #6Introduction to Responsible Gaming (RG)
Using real-life case studies, you’ll learn about the human impact of problem gambling, how to spot it, and what tools or measures you can use to prevent it.
- What would you do if you won?
- What is problem gambling?
- Why does it occur?
- A world full of addiction
- Who is at risk?
- Signs & symptoms
- What is responsible gaming?
- Tools for restricting play: requirements for responsible gaming
- Advertising codes & ethical marketing
- Employees & empathy
MODULE #7Introduction to Bonuses & Customer Relationship Management (CRM)
Get a first-hand view of the different bonuses players receive and what they’re for, before diving into CRM, the industry’s very own holy grail.
- What is a bonus?
- Examples of bonuses
- Why do players take bonuses?
- Wagering a bonus
- Sticky bonus vs non-sticky bonus
- Bonus terms & conditions
- What is CRM?
- How does it all come together?
- Communication strategies
- The lingo
MODULE #8Working in iGaming
- 10 things you should know about working in iGaming
- Distribution of departments
- Career types
- Approaching a player
- Professional development
EXAM1-hour Online Exam (available for 6-months post-course)
Upon completing this course, you’ll get ready to test your knowledge through a Multiple Choice Test within a maximum timeframe of 6 months. The exam is 60 minutes long and consists of ~35 multiple-choice questions. The passing score is 70%. Should you fail your first exam attempt, you must repeat the exam (maximum x2 resit attempts) within your exam authorisation period of 6 months. The exam retake fee is €45. The exam can be hosted at any secure location of your choosing with a provisional result being made available straight after the exam session.
Who is the course for? Probably you.Whether you want to work in iGaming or with it, this course gives you the insider lens to understand how the industry works.
Students & early-career talent
New to the world of work? This course gives you a front-row seat to one of Malta’s fastest-growing industries. See how iGaming works, explore entry-level roles, and find where you could thrive.
Professionals from other industries
You might be in marketing, design, finance, IT, sales, or law – just not in iGaming (yet). This course shows how your skills could plug into the ecosystem and unlock new possibilities.
Career changers & jobseekers
Whether you’re between roles or ready for a new chapter, this is your jumpstart. Understand the sector, gain insider perspective, and see where your next move might be.
“I want to support local people who have ambition, drive and a desire to make it big in the iGaming world. That’s why I wanted VentureMax to sponsor this scholarship, because I believe education is the way to improve your career, your outlook on the world and eventually your life.”
Justin AnastasiGroup CEO, VentureMaxManaging Partner, OverPWR
Learn-by-doing with live short classesEvery step of the way you’ll receive support from your educator, classmates & our dedicated student experience team – that’s a promise. Expect world-class.
Learning platform
A courseware kingdom full of presentations, tools, challenges & access to community.
Taught by industry experts
Learn live with seasoned professionals in a unique, small-class environment.
Digital certification
Earn an industry-recognised completion badge & certificate you can share with your network & CV.
Student Experience Support
A helping hand before, during and after your learning journey.
Post-course expert support
Personalised feedback to help you achieve your goals for an additional 6 month window.
Practical learning
Hands-on exercises and real world projects to get you industry ready.
ENROL NOW
Step #1: Enrol to Apply
Enrolling does not guarantee a seat. It’s step 1 of a 3-step selection process. Once you’re on the list, we’ll email instructions for step 2.
To join, students must be 18 or older, residing in the Maltese Islands, proficient in English, have basic digital skills and selected by VentureMax.
Frequently asked questionsChances are that you have a couple questions. We’d love to have a quick call with you anytime to ask questions directly to our team.
Will everyone who enrols get a seat?
No. There are 30 sponsored seats. Enrolling puts you on the waitlist – and then you’ll be invited to submit a short video. VentureMax will select the final group.
What’s the deadline to apply?
Midnight, December 30th 2025. Don’t leave it last minute – this takes just a few minutes and could change your year.
Do I get a certificate?
Absolutely. After the course, you’ll have up to 6 months to complete a short, 60‑minute exam (around 35 multiple‑choice questions, 70 percent pass mark). You’ll see your provisional result immediately, and if needed, you can retake the exam twice within your 6‑month window (€45 per retake).
Pass the exam and you’ll earn an accredited MQF/EQF Level 5 Award in iGaming Foundations (2 ECTS) – a recognised qualification issued by ICE Malta and licensed by MFHEA. It reflects 50 hours of total learning, practice, and assessment.
What if I miss a lesson?
Thanks to our online learning platform, you will have access to recorded lessons so you won’t miss a thing – this will also come in handy when you’re preparing for your final challenge.
Live training by an industry expert.
