Forensic Accounting and Investigation
Learn about the world of forensic accounting and the unique role of forensic accountants. Explore the process and types of engagements they handle. Gain an in-depth understanding of this field and its differences from traditional accounting. Perfect for those interested in finance, accounting, risk management, or related fields.
Explore the world of forensic accounting.Discover distinguishing concepts in forensic accounting.Explore the role of forensic accountants.Recognize the differences between litigation and investigative support.Identify the types of engagements completed by forensic accountants.Explore the process utilized by forensic accountants.Forensic accountants or auditors take a unique focus on performing their work. Typically, when a person with forensic experience is called in to examine financial records, it is due to suspicion of fraud, evaluation of assets, or even to track down fundamentally incorrect accounting – intentional or not.As fraud continues to raise its head in business processes, forensic accountants are discovering new and unique ways to identify, examine, and support their hypotheses and investigative techniques. The work performed by a forensic specialist can be interesting and full of potential potholes if evidence isn’t examined according to proper protocols and standards.In this course, we examine the many processes and roles of the forensic accountant. We discuss rules of evidence and the accountant’s potential need to testify in a court of law. Learners will come away with an in-depth understanding of the world of forensic accounting and the many ways in which it may differ from the typical accountant’s role.If you would like Continuing Education Credit (e.g. CPE, CE, CPD, etc.) for this course, it is available if you take this course on the Illumeo dot com platform under course title: Forensic Accounting and Investigation. Illumeo is certified to provide CPE in over two dozen different professional certifications covering finance, accounting, treasury, internal audit, HR, and more. However, in order to receive CPE credit the courses must be taken on an ‘approved-by-the-governing-body’ CPE platform, and for over two dozen corporate professional certifications, that is the Illumeo platform. Go to Illumeo dot com to learn more.Who this course is for:Anyone interested in finance, accounting, risk management or related fields.
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