Fraud Detection and Prevention for Investigators Group Training

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. This course is part of the Certified Government Auditor (CGA) program, Level 1.

Learn to detect and analyze contract and procurement fraud schemes in government contracts and grants, including false claims, corruption, and front operations.

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.

Learn how to assess information systems for counterintelligence threats and apply protective measures aligned with federal guidelines.

Develop data analysis skills to detect fraud patterns in grants, contracts, and financial systems using forensic tools and case-based methods.

Understand common fraud schemes and warning signs specific to Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) projects, and learn how to detect vulnerabilities before they escalate.

Gain proficiency in writing clear, concise, and impactful Reports of Administrative Investigations (ROIs) aligned with federal best practices and investigative standards.