Detection and Prevention of Fraud for Investigators
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Explore the legal statutes on fraud. Learn both the legal and layman's definitions of fraud, and the nature, causes and types of white-collar crimes. Become familiar with your professional audit responsibilities for designing audit procedures to detect fraud. Discover the role of internal controls and supervision in preventing fraud and become familiar with audit procedures proven effective in detecting fraud. Discuss the role of auditors in reporting illegal acts and working with investigators to prosecute fraud. Practice fraud detection methods in case exercises.
Our alumni consistently commend the expertise of our instructors and the real-world relevance of our programs. Their feedback highlights how Graduate School USA training has advanced their skills, supported their agencies’ missions, and fostered long-term professional growth.
I enjoyed the course. It had helpful tips on whistleblowers and processes for inspections. I learned about the contractual process and conflicts that could arise while conducting an audit in contracting and procurement engagements.
Maureen D.
Not a bad class as a refresher for fraud. The instructor was very knowledgeable and had a lot of experience.
Hervaye T.
The instructor allowed questions on all related topics and was good at getting class participation.
Daniel Geary
The instructor had lots of experience, and the class provided us with many real-life scenarios of fraud.
Erin W.
The instructor was knowledgeable about the subject, and the class was very useful and informative.
Mason K.
The class was informative and flexible.
Margaret Comer
The instructor was a very experienced Federal auditor.
Daniel B.
The instructor was very knowledgeable and knew the course material very well. Very good instructor.
Johnny B.
The instructor knew a lot about the subject. I really enjoyed that she added videos.
Nicole S.
Kim was an excellent instructor! She spoke clearly, provided multiple examples, and was very professional!
Juan M.
Great experience, as always! It's always very intriguing to get input from my peers, as well as my mentors, in the field of auditing.
Brett Bendich
This course was great from start to finish. The materials was clear, practical, and easy to follow. The instructor kept everything engaging and explained even the tougher topics in a way that made sense.
Arviee Huang
Very informative and useful for future use.
Candace F.
Great experience, as always! It's always very intriguing to get input from my peers, as well as my mentors, in the field of auditing.
Kim was an excellent instructor! She spoke clearly, provided multiple examples, and was very professional!
The instructor knew a lot about the subject. I really enjoyed that she added videos.
The instructor was very knowledgeable and knew the course material very well. Very good instructor.
The instructor was a very experienced Federal auditor.
The class was informative and flexible.
The instructor was knowledgeable about the subject, and the class was very useful and informative.
The instructor had lots of experience, and the class provided us with many real-life scenarios of fraud.
The instructor allowed questions on all related topics and was good at getting class participation.
Not a bad class as a refresher for fraud. The instructor was very knowledgeable and had a lot of experience.
I enjoyed the course. It had helpful tips on whistleblowers and processes for inspections. I learned about the contractual process and conflicts that could arise while conducting an audit in contracting and procurement engagements.
Very informative and useful for future use.
This course was great from start to finish. The materials was clear, practical, and easy to follow. The instructor kept everything engaging and explained even the tougher topics in a way that made sense.
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The instructor was wonderful and so knowledgeable. The course materials were extremely relevant to what my job is. I feel like I can be better because of this class.
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Learn to detect and analyze contract and procurement fraud schemes in government contracts and grants, including false claims, corruption, and front operations.
Develop data analysis skills to detect fraud patterns in grants, contracts, and financial systems using forensic tools and case-based methods.
Fraud is a booming business today! As fraud schemes become more sophisticated and defense attorneys more proactive, task forces including auditors, investigators and prosecutors are often assembled to combat the fraud schemes. Learn the techniques that are unique to planning and implementing a forensic audit. Identify how each team member contributes to the success of the task force. Learn the special rules and procedures that apply in obtaining evidence to substantiate and prosecute fraud. Analyze the differences between program and forensic audits, and also the basis for those differences. This course is part of the Certified Government Auditor (CGA) program, Level 1 and Level 2.
Gain an introduction to today’s threats (criminals, foreign intelligence services, terrorists, malicious code writers, hackers/hacktivists, and disgruntled employees) to sensitive and classified information, your employees, and your resources. Learn about the multifaceted threat of intrusion and exfiltration that companies and agencies face today, as well as tactics you can employ to combat it. Clearly understand the multifaceted threat to sensitive and classified information, resources, and personnel. Effectively articulate this threat to employees as part of your security and risk prevention education and training effort.
Since 1921, Graduate School USA has partnered with over 125 federal agencies and trained more than one million federal employees. Led by instructors with deep, real-world knowledge of federal regulations, policies, and practices, our private group programs are practical, mission-driven, and tailored to your agency’s objectives. We offer expertise across key federal domains—including human resources, financial management, acquisition and contracting, leadership, and more—to deliver training where and how your team needs it.
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| $104.90 | 10% non-refundable deposit |
| $1,049.00 | Total You Pay |
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