Forensic Accounting Professional Diploma Level 5

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Forensic Accounting Professional Diploma Level 5
Endorsed Certificate of Achievement. Explore the extraordinary world of forensic accountancy, with this advanced Level 5 Forensic Accounting Diploma. Study the everyday duties of the professional forensic accountant, along with a series of effective techniques for detecting financial fraud, the importance and the mechanics of preventing fraud from occurring, evidence gathering techniques, how to work as a member of a forensic accountancy team and the impact cyber-crime has had on modern society. Study Forensic Accounting Diploma in your own time and at your own pace for a recognised Forensic Accounting Diploma, boosting your CV and career prospects for life!
Our exclusive Forensic Accounting Diploma instills learners with the knowledge, skills and confidence required to pursue rewarding careers in high-level fraud-detection and prevention.
Description
Forensic Accounting Professional Diploma Level 5
Careers in forensic accountancy focus on the detection and prevention of financial fraud. Qualified forensic accountants play a key role at the heart of both private and public-sector organisations all over the world. In an era where fraud represents an ever-growing threat for companies at all levels, the skills and talents of the capable forensic accountant have never been in greater demand. Master the art of detecting and preventing financial fraud, for the opportunity to carve out a successful and rewarding career for life!
Course Benefits
When studying for a endorsed Forensic Accounting Diploma with Brentwood Open Learning College, every learner benefits from:
The most comprehensive introduction to the Forensic Accountancy profession, along with its role and importance in a wider business context.
Flexible online learning with absolutely no deadlines or time restrictions to worry about – study in your own time and at your own pace.
No geographical restrictions – our courses are open to ambitious candidates on a global basis.
Full 24/7 access to our exclusive digital learning platform and comprehensive support from your personally-assigned tutor.
The opportunity to study at home for an internationally-recognized forensic accountancy qualification that could transform your career.
Learning Objectives
This advanced Forensic Accounting Diploma covers every essential practical skill and theoretical concept the learner must master to join this highly-competitive industry. Upon completion of the course, candidates will have the opportunity to pursue professional positions in key areas of forensic accountancy, or begin establishing their own consultancies from scratch. Ultimately, the objective of the course is to assist learners with their transition from enthusiastic newcomer to fully-qualified and employed professional.
Over the Forensic Accounting Diploma course of 12 intensive modules, candidates explore the primary responsibilities and daily duties of the working forensic accountant. A range of crucial fraud-detection methods are investigated, along with effective evidence-gathering techniques, the growing threat cyber-crime poses to organisations at all levels and the importance of proactive fraud-prevention. The course also covers the role of the forensic accountant as part of a wider fraud-prevention team.
Upon successful completion of this Forensic Accounting Diploma course, candidates take away the most essential industry-specific skills, talents and knowledge including:
A detailed understanding of the forensic accountancy profession
How Forensic Accountants protect businesses from loss and damage
Advanced understanding of common fraud techniques/patterns
An understanding of the mindset and psychology of the fraudster
Extensive knowledge of investigative and evidence-gathering processes
The confidence to build and present a case upon detection of fraud
Advanced knowledge of cyber-crime and related technology issues
The opportunity to step into a professional position for the first time
Course Outline
This advanced yet accessible Forensic Accountancy Diploma is delivered across 12 intensive modules – each concluding with an online assessment to verify your acquired knowledge and competencies. Comprehensive support and guidance will be provided by your personally-assigned tutor throughout your studies.
Module 1 - Introduction to Forensic Accounting
Module 2 - Crime and Economy
Module 3 - Psychology of The Fraudster
Module 4 - Fraud Detection Techniques
Module 5 - The Investigative Process
Module 6 - Gathering Evidence
Module 7 - Obtaining & Evaluating Non-Financial Evidence
Module 8 - Interviewing Financially Sophisticated Witnesses
Module 9 - Fraud Risk Assessment
Module 10 - Fraud Prevention
Module 11 - Computer Crimes
Module 12 - Working in A Forensic Team Updated on 20 April, 2021