Introduction to Fraud (Completed)

This course is designed for individuals who would like to obtain a basic understanding of fraud. We will discuss various types of frauds and how the criminals commit the frauds. We will review some of the legal and ethical implications involved. Examples of real world cases will be provided to help develop and understanding of the risks involved. Participants will be introduced to the fraud triangle and the elements of fraud. We will discuss the history of fraud as it relates to the accounting profession.

Who Should Attend
Individuals who would like to obtain a basic understanding of fraud.

Topics Covered

• Various types of frauds
• How criminals commit fraud
• Legal and ethical implications involved
• Examples of real world cases
• The fraud triangle and the elements of fraud
• History of fraud as it relates to the accounting profession

Learning Objectives

• Identify the definition of fraud
• Recognize and apply the fraud triangle
• Identify the elements of fraud
• Review the history of fraud

Level
Basic

Instructional Method
Group: Internet-based

NASBA Field of Study
Accounting (1 hour), Auditing (1 hour)

Program Prerequisites
None

Advance Preparation
None