Forensic Accounting

Course details

Forensic Accounting

Certificate of achievement Advanced Diploma in Forensic Accounting QLS Level 7. Additional CPD Accredited Certificate with 150 CPD points available with no extra study.

Endorsed Forensic Accounting Course Certificate of Achievement. This premium-quality Forensic Accounting Course has been designed to provide newcomers with an essential overview of the profession, along with the primary duties and responsibilities of the forensic accountant. Learn how fraud has a detrimental impact on modern society, along with how to effectively detect and prevent various types of fraud.

Study fraud case investigation, use of financial and non-financial evidence, risk factors which may affect the likelihood of fraud and so much more besides. Study Forensic Accounting Course at home for a fully-endorsed certificate from a recognised awarding body!

Forensic Accounting
Qualified forensic accountants enjoy the freedom to work almost anywhere in the world under their own terms. The skills and talents of capable forensic accountants have never been in greater demand, as businesses worldwide attempt to cope with the ever-intensifying threat of financial fraud. An entirely more dynamic and investigative profession than conventional accountancy, forensic accountancy is ideal for anyone with a flair for numbers and an inquisitive nature. If ready to get started, sign up for our exclusive Level 7 Forensic Accountancy Course today!
On this Forensic Accounting Course you will learn techniques for identifying, detecting and preventing fraud activities. The Forensic Accounting Course is an ideal way to take a start in this highly demanding and lucrative field. No previous knowledge in accounting or forensic accounting is essential to join the course.
Forensic Accounting - Course Syllabus:
This Forensic Accounting Course covers the following modules:
Unit 1 - Forensic and Investigative accounting - An Overview
This unit covers the following topics:
Introduction to Forensic Accounting
Brief History of Fraud and the Antifraud Profession
What Is Fraud?
Types of Investigation
Conducting an Investigation
Forensic Accountants, Fraud Auditors and Financial Auditors
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities for Forensic Accountants
Plus more
Unit 2 - Economic trends and Crime
This unit covers the following topics:
Crime and Economy
Cost Reality
Financial Crimes
Mail-Order Procedures
Keys to Effective Fraud Investigation
Plus more
Unit 3 - Spotting a typical fraudster
This unit covers the following topics:
Psychology of Fraudsters
High-Level and Low-Level Thieves
Victims of Fraud
Plus more
Unit 4 - Effective Techniques for fraud detection
This unit covers the following topics:
Fraud Detection: Overview
Laying a Foundation for Detection
Assessing the Risk of Fraud
Fraud Risk Factors
Identifying and Evaluating Risk Factors
Information Gathering
Analytic Procedures
Analytic Techniques
Financial Statement Fraud: Detection Techniques
Specific Detection Methods
Billing Schemes
Payroll Schemes
Revenue Recognition Detection Techniques
Plus more
Unit 5 - Procedures for Investigation
This unit covers the following topics:
The Investigative Process
Plus more
Unit 6 - The Basics of Collecting Evidences
This unit covers the following topics:
Gathering Evidence
Evidence
Evidence Created by the Forensic Accounting Investigator
What Kind of Evidence should be Gathered?
Document Collection
Sources of Documents
Document Organization
Plus more
Unit 7 - Gaining & Assessing Non-Financial Evidence
This unit covers the following topics:
Obtaining and Evaluating Non-Financial Evidence
Interviews
Statement Analysis
Plus more
Unit 8 - Forensic Interviewing Techniques and Processes
This unit covers the following topics:
Interviewing Techniques
The Interview
Planning the Interview
The Interview Process
Plus more
Unit 9 - conducting a fraud risk assessment Successfully
This unit covers the following topics:
Fraud Risk Assessment
Risk Assessment Factors
Risk Assessment Best Practices
Plus more
Unit 10 - Strategies for Fraud Prevention
This unit covers the following topics:
Fraud Prevention
Plus more
Unit 11 - Cyber crime and its prevention
This unit covers the following topics:
What is Computer Forensics?
The Benefits of Computer Forensics and Data Analysis
Planning Computer Forensics Engagement
Objective of a Computer Forensic Engagement
Legal Parameters
Execution of the Computer Forensic Engagement
Data Analysis Versus Data Mining
Plus more
Unit 12 - Cyber Security Tools & Techniques
This unit covers the following topics:
Prevention and Defenses
Authentication
Encryption
Digital Signatures
Steganography
Generating Secure Password
Tips For Buying Online
Wireless Security
Posting Personal Details
Plus More
Unit 13 - Developing Cyber Security policies
This unit covers the following topics:
Policies and training can limit the risk
Cyber Security Policy
Security Policy Elements
Policy Exceptions
Personnel and Training
Security Awareness and Training
Access Privileges
Plus More
Unit 14 - Developing a Cyber Security and Risk Mitigation Plan
This unit covers the following topics:
Establishing a Risk Management Framework
Cyber Asset Identification and Classification
Identifying Critical Cyber Assets
Classifying Cyber Assets
Assessing and Mitigating Risks
Plus More
Unit 15 - Forensic Team - working procedures
This unit covers the following topics:
Working in A Forensic Team
Teaming With Forensic Accounting Investigators
Internal Audit’s Position and Function
Objectives of All Interested Parties
  Updated on 19 April, 2021