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Course AGRC-014
Fraud Investigators
Fraud continues to pose significant financial and operational risks to organizations across all sectors. The outline covers Understanding Fraud and Fraud Risk Profiles, Essential Fraud Investigation Skills, Early Respons...
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Course overview
Why Attend
Fraud continues to pose significant financial and operational risks to organizations across all sectors. This course provides participants with the practical knowledge and investigative skills needed to identify, investigate, prevent, and respond effectively to fraudulent activities. Participants will develop the competencies required to conduct structured investigations, gather evidence, interview witnesses and suspects, and strengthen fraud prevention initiatives.
Course Methodology
The course uses a practical and interactive approach combining presentations, case studies, investigation simulations, group discussions, role plays, interviewing exercises, and real-world fraud scenarios to enhance practical application.
Course Objectives
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Understand fraud concepts, behaviors, and fraud risk indicators
- Recognize different types of fraud and their impact on organizations
- Apply investigation techniques and structured investigative approaches
- Collect and manage evidence effectively
- Conduct professional witness and suspect interviews
- Develop fraud prevention and mitigation strategies
- Improve reporting and fraud response processes
Target Audience
- Internal auditors
- Compliance professionals
- Fraud investigators
- Security and risk management professionals
- Internal control specialists
- Legal and regulatory professionals
- Professionals responsible for fraud prevention and investigations
Target Competencies
- Fraud investigation techniques
- Evidence management
- Interviewing skills
- Risk assessment
- Analytical thinking
- Communication skills
- Fraud prevention strategies
- Investigation planning
What you will achieve
Learning objectives
- Understand fraud concepts, behaviors, and fraud risk indicators
- Recognize different types of fraud and their impact on organizations
- Apply investigation techniques and structured investigative approaches
- Collect and manage evidence effectively
- Conduct professional witness and suspect interviews
- Develop fraud prevention and mitigation strategies
- Improve reporting and fraud response processes
Who should attend
Target audience
- Internal auditors
- Compliance professionals
- Fraud investigators
- Security and risk management professionals
- Internal control specialists
- Legal and regulatory professionals
- Professionals responsible for fraud prevention and investigations
- Target Competencies
Methodology
Learning approach
- The course uses a practical and interactive approach combining presentations, case studies, investigation simulations, group discussions, role plays, interviewing exercises, and real-world fraud scenarios to enhance practical application.
Course content
Five focused days of learning and application
Day 1
Understanding Fraud and Fraud Risk Profiles
- Understanding how fraud opportunities emerge within organizations
- Exploring behavioral characteristics and motivations associated with fraudulent activities
- Identifying common profiles and patterns associated with occupational fraud risks
- Understanding the scope and impact of fraud within organizations and communities
- Examining major fraud classifications and methods used in different environments
- Evaluating the operational and social impact of fraud activities
Day 2
Essential Fraud Investigation Skills
- Developing an investigative mindset for fraud examination activities
- Understanding key competencies and techniques used in fraud investigations
- Reviewing evidence principles and documentation requirements
- Prioritizing investigation activities and maintaining decision records
- Developing structured investigation plans for effective case management
- Applying lessons learned and reviewing investigation practices through practical exercises
Day 3
Early Response and Fraud Case Management
- Understanding critical response actions during the initial stages of investigations
- Applying early-stage investigation principles and response procedures
- Managing investigation processes and suspect-related activities effectively
- Understanding documentation requirements and investigation records
- Reviewing evidence preservation and recovery approaches
- Strengthening fraud management and case coordination processes
Day 4
Interviewing Techniques for Fraud Investigations
- Understanding structured interviewing models and investigative approaches
- Planning and preparing for effective interviews
- Identifying and overcoming communication barriers during interviews
- Applying communication principles within investigative discussions
- Conducting witness and suspect interviews effectively
- Improving professional questioning and listening techniques
Day 5
Fraud Prevention and Investigation Best Practices
- Understanding effective and ineffective practices within fraud investigations
- Managing victim interactions and support considerations
- Developing structured investigation reports and statements
- Understanding occupational fraud risks and organizational vulnerabilities
- Recognizing indicators and warning signs of fraudulent behavior
- Developing practical approaches for preventing and mitigating fraud risks
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What does Fraud Investigators (AGRC-014) cover?
This course covers Auditing and Governance Risk and Compliance through a structured five-day outline focused on practical application, discussion, and implementation planning.
When is the next available session?
The next scheduled session starts on Schedule on request, with additional classroom dates and mirrored Online / Live options listed in the course schedules section.
Who should attend this course?
Internal auditors, Compliance professionals, Fraud investigators
How can I register for a session?
Use any Register button next to the available course dates to open the participant registration page and submit your booking request for the selected session.
Is this course available online as well as classroom-based?
Yes. The course detail page includes both classroom sessions and Online / Live sessions, with online options aligned to the same course dates for easier planning.
Where are classroom sessions delivered?
Classroom venues are confirmed in the schedule panel for each published session.
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