Preventing Insider Trading

Project Overview

Preventing Insider Trading: What Every Employee Must Know
Format: 30-minute compliance course (Articulate Storyline)

This compliance-focused course introduces employees to insider trading risks and responsibilities. Learners explore real-world scenarios, discover red flags, and practice decision-making through interactive activities.

Key Outcomes:

Identify common MNPI red flags in everyday workplace communication
Distinguish between official and internal information to detect inconsistencies
Analyze emails, call notes, and reports for potential insider-risk indicators
Apply safe communication practices to prevent unintentional information exposure
Make informed decisions using interactive, evidence-based scenarios

Tools & Platforms:

Articulate Storyline 360 (interactive scenarios, branching, evidence layers)
Articulate Rise 360 (course assembly, structure, deployment)
Figma / AI illustration tools (visuals and UI mockups)
SCORM / LMS-ready export for delivery and tracking

Project Summary

Project Goal: To raise awareness among employees about insider trading risks and to ensure compliance with legal and corporate policies through engaging and interactive eLearning.

My Role: Full-cycle Instructional Designer — conducted needs analysis, created training blueprint, developed storyboard, designed visuals, built the course in Articulate Storyline, and prepared implementation guidelines.

Target Audience: Corporate employees in North America, Europe, and Canada. Mixed roles: finance, compliance, managers, and general staff.

Training Format: Interactive eLearning module (20–25 minutes) with scenario-based activities, knowledge checks, and a final assessment.

Key Features:

Scenario-driven learning to simulate real workplace dilemmas.
Clear alignment with Bloom’s Taxonomy and Kirkpatrick’s evaluation model.
Custom visual design (color palette + typography).
Accessibility-friendly layout and interactions.

Tools & Platforms:

Articulate Storyline, Figma (visuals), LMS-ready SCORM package.

Business Impact:

Improved compliance awareness.
Reduced legal and financial risks.
Strengthened ethical culture in the workplace.

Needs Analysis Form

Training Intake Form
Target Audience	Employees in finance, investment banking, corporate legal/compliance, or roles with access to sensitive non-public financial information.
Group Size	~150–300 employees (scalable up to 500+).
Locations	Globally distributed (US, Canada, Europe).
Desired Behavior	Recognize potential violations, make proper decisions with sensitive info, understand legal requirements, and follow reporting procedures.
Prerequisites	Basic understanding of financial terms and company code of conduct.
Business Impact	Legal compliance, reputational protection, and risk mitigation.

Training Blueprint

Duration: 45–60 minutes + optional microlearning refreshers.

Module	Topics	Bloom's Level	Activities
Introduction	Definitions, why it matters, impact on company.	Understand	Animated explainer, MCQ.
Legal Framework	Key laws (SEC, IIROC, EU), Company policies.	Apply	Interactive timeline, Drag & drop.
Identifying Info	MNPI criteria, Spotting red flags.	Analyze	Scenario quiz, Storyline branching.
Decision Making	Handling info, Reporting violations.	Apply	Role-play simulation, Interactive guide.
Assessment	Final knowledge check, reinforcement.	Evaluate	Scenario-based test in LMS.

Lesson Storyboard

Screen	Title	Visuals / Media	Interactivity
1	Welcome Hub	Tech dashboard background, shield icon.	"Begin Mission" navigation.
4	Red Flags	Four clickable cards (Financials, Requests, Public places, Trading).	Exploration of specific indicators.
5-7	Scenario: The Bar	Office-party scene, dialog-driven characters.	Branching choices based on colleague's talk.
9	Evidence Review	Pop-up panels with email threads and handwritten notes.	"Mark as Reviewed" mechanic to unlock next stage.
11	Final Decision	Binary choice panel: Insider Risk vs Insufficient Evidence.	Tailored feedback based on evidence gathered.