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 Duration 70 hours

Course Outline

Introduction

  • Overview of the CFE credential
  • Summary of the four primary areas of the CFE exam
  • Recommended study strategies and resources

Understanding Fraud

  • Defining fraud and categorizing its types
  • The fraud triangle: Pressure, Opportunity, and Rationalization
  • An overview of occupational fraud

Basics of Financial Transactions

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

Overview of Fraud Schemes

  • Asset misappropriation methods
  • Corruption-related schemes
  • Financial statement manipulation

Asset Misappropriation Schemes

  • Theft of cash
  • Appropriation of inventory and other assets
  • Billing and payroll manipulation schemes

Financial Statement Fraud

  • Revenue recognition manipulations
  • Improper disclosures
  • Fraudulent asset valuation

Legal Aspects of Fraud

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

Fraudulent Financial Activities

  • Money laundering
  • Bankruptcy fraud
  • Securities fraud

Legal Considerations in Examination

  • Collection and preservation of evidence
  • Providing expert witness testimony
  • Legal rights of the accused

Regulatory Framework

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

Fraud Investigation Techniques

  • Planning and executing fraud examinations
  • Advanced interviewing techniques
  • Evidence gathering methodologies

Investigative Tools and Methods

  • Digital forensics
  • Surveillance techniques
  • Undercover operations

Data Analysis in Investigations

  • Leveraging data analytics for fraud detection
  • Analyzing financial statements for anomalies
  • Identifying warning signs (red flags)

Reporting and Testimony

  • Drafting investigative reports
  • Preparation for court proceedings
  • Delivering testimony in court

Building Fraud Prevention Programs

  • Conducting fraud risk assessments
  • Strengthening internal controls
  • Fostering ethical behavior within organizations

Exam Review and Practice Test

  • Comprehensive review of key concepts across all four sections
  • Practice questions and effective test-taking strategies
  • Final Q&A session

Summary and Path Forward

Requirements

  • Familiarity with fundamental accounting principles and financial transactions.

Target Audience

  • Aspiring fraud examiners.
  • Professionals working in accounting, auditing, law enforcement, and compliance.
  • Internal auditors.

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