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The document outlines the Institute of Certified Forensic Accountants, a professional body that provides education and certification for forensic accountants through a course consisting of 5 modules covering topics such as financial investigation, fraud examination, and corporate governance and ethical issues, with the goal of developing and promoting the profession of forensic accounting globally. Applicants are required to have a degree or relevant work experience, and must complete proctored exams and assignments for each module with a 70% passmark to receive the Certified Forensic Accounting Professional designation.

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Forensic Brochure

The document outlines the Institute of Certified Forensic Accountants, a professional body that provides education and certification for forensic accountants through a course consisting of 5 modules covering topics such as financial investigation, fraud examination, and corporate governance and ethical issues, with the goal of developing and promoting the profession of forensic accounting globally. Applicants are required to have a degree or relevant work experience, and must complete proctored exams and assignments for each module with a 70% passmark to receive the Certified Forensic Accounting Professional designation.

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Institute of Certified Forensic Accountants Education Brochure

Institute of Certified Forensic Accountants

The Institute of Certified Forensic Accountants


- about us

The Institute of Certified Forensic Accountants is a professional body for those committed to the development of the multidisciplinary profession of forensic accounting. Its mission is to develop and promote the profession of forensic accountancy to the public and to those people involved in providing forensic advice and guidance to their clients. The Institute of Certified Forensic Accountants is a not-for-profit professional body chartered under Letters of Patent granted by the Federal Government of Canada .The Institute is also registered under the Laws of the State of Delaware,USA. Vision The vision of The Institute of Certified Forensic Accountants is to be the global leader in educating and certifying forensic accountants. Mission The mission of The Institute of Certified Forensic Accountants is to provide education and certification for forensic accountants so that members qualified to use the designation Certified Forensic Accounting Professional (CertFAP) are recognized internationally as trusted, professional forensic advisors. The Institute of Certified Forensic Accountants offers two designations for members: Certified Forensic Accounting Professional (CertFAP) and Certified Professional Internal Auditor (CPIA) If you are interested in the CPIA designation further information and a downloadable data sheet is available on our website at www.forensicglobal.org

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The Institute of Certified Forensic Accountants


- course outline

Applicants with no formal degree or professional level qualification may be accepted in exceptional circumstances, where they have had substantial business experience in a managerial capacity. About the course The importance of Forensic Accounting continues to grow. The challenge of fraud and fraud prevention is recognised by all organisations. Globalisation, electronic commerce and the Internet have extended fraud opportunities, resulting in the direct transfer of most traditional methods of fraud, and the development of innovative technology enhanced methods (cybercrime). The following five modules need to be completed for the designation to be awarded. Financial Investigation & Forensic Accounting Fraud Examination Fraud Auditing Occupational Fraud & Abuse Corporate Governance & Ethical Issues Assessment : Each module consists of proctored examinaton & assignments. Passmark 70%

The course seeks to accept suitably qualified applicants who are deemed to be able to engage in postgraduate level study and can reasonably be expected to successfully complete the course of study. This will normally be demonstrated by the achievement of a good first degree or equivalent and good academic references. Applications are also encouraged from students who may not hold a first degree but have equivalent professional qualifications and sufficient work experience in a supervisory or managerial capacity. Normally relevant work experience equivalent to three years would be required for this entry route.

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The Institute of Certified Forensic Accountants


- Course Syllabus

1.Financial Investigation & Forensic Accounting The syllabus consists of: Economics of Crime Financial Crimes Offshore Activiites Evidence Net Worth Theory Expenditure Theory Trial Preparation and Testimoney Accounting and Audit Techniques Sources of Information Wagering and Gambling Fraud Prevention for Consumers Fraud Prevention for Business Money Laundering Interviewing Banking and Finance Audit Programs Seizures and Forfeitures Computer Crimes 2. Fraud Examination The syllabus consists of: The Nature of Fraud Who Commits Fraud and Why Fighting Fraud : An Overview Preventing Fraud Recognising the Symptoms of Fraud Proactive Approaches to Detecting Fraud Investigating Concealment Conversion Investigation Methods Inquiry Methods and Fraud Reports Financial Statement Fraud Revenue - and Inventory Related Financial Statement Frauds Consumer Fraud
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Fraud against Organization Bankruptcy, Divorce and Tax Fraud Fraud in e-Commerce Legal Follow-up 3. Fraud Auditing The syllabus consist of: Fraud Definitions, Models and Taxonomies Fundamentals of Fraud Autiitng and Forensic Auditing Auditor Liability for Detecting Fraud Fraud Scemes Red Flags and Fraud Detection Fraud Prevention and Control Fraud Risk Assessment Fraud and Accounting Information System Computer-Related Fraud Foensic Accountant as an Expert Witness Gathering Evidence 4. Occupational Fraud and Abuse The syllabus consists of: Inrtroduction to Occupational Fraud and Abuse Asset Misappropriation Corruption Fraudulent Statements Occupational Fraud and Abuse; The Big Picture 5. Corporate Governance and Ethical Issues Three Assignments of mimimum 5,000 words for completion

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Institute of Certified Forensic Accountants Viva Tower Suite 316 - 1311 Howe Street British Columbia, V6Z 2PS, CANADA

For any enquiries about studying for these courses please contact:
email: [email protected]

www.forensicglobal.org

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