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 Duration 70 hours

Course Outline

Introduction

  • Overview of the CFE credential
  • Summary of the four primary areas covered in the CFE exam
  • Study strategies and recommended resources

Understanding Fraud

  • Definitions and classifications of fraud
  • The fraud triangle: Pressure, Opportunity, Rationalization
  • Introduction to occupational fraud

Foundations of Financial Transactions

  • Core accounting and auditing concepts
  • Interpreting financial statements
  • Introduction to financial transaction cycles

Overview of Fraud Schemes

  • Asset misappropriation tactics
  • Corruption schemes
  • Financial statement manipulation

Asset Misappropriation Schemes

  • Cash theft mechanisms
  • Theft of inventory and other assets
  • Billing and payroll fraud schemes

Financial Statement Fraud

  • Revenue recognition manipulation
  • Improper disclosures
  • Asset valuation fraud

Legal Elements of Fraud

  • Navigating the legal system
  • Components of fraud and associated offenses
  • Distinguishing between civil and criminal fraud

Fraudulent Financial Transactions

  • Money laundering processes
  • Bankruptcy fraud
  • Securities fraud

Legal Aspects of Fraud Examination

  • Evidence collection and preservation protocols
  • Providing expert witness testimony
  • Legal rights of the accused

Regulatory Framework

  • Sarbanes-Oxley Act
  • Foreign Corrupt Practices Act
  • Anti-money laundering regulations

Fraud Investigation Methodologies

  • Planning and executing fraud examinations
  • Effective interviewing techniques
  • Strategies for gathering evidence

Investigative Tools and Techniques

  • Digital forensics
  • Surveillance methods
  • Undercover operations

Data Analysis in Fraud Investigations

  • Leveraging data analytics for fraud detection
  • Analyzing financial statements for anomalies
  • Identifying key red flags

Reporting and Testimony

  • Drafting investigative reports
  • Preparation for trial proceedings
  • Presenting testimony in court

Building Fraud Prevention Programs

  • Conducting fraud risk assessments
  • Implementing internal controls
  • Fostering ethical conduct within organizations

 Exam Review and Practice Test

  • Review of core concepts across all four exam sections
  • Practice questions and exam-taking strategies
  • Final Q&A session

Conclusion and Next Steps

Requirements

  • Fundamental understanding of accounting principles and financial transactions

Target Audience

  • Individuals aspiring to become fraud examiners
  • Professionals working in accounting, auditing, law enforcement, or compliance
  • Internal auditors

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