Patricia A. Johnson, MBA, CFE, CPA
Patricia A. Johnson, MBA, CFE, CPA, is the program coordinator of the Master's in Science in Forensic Accounting program at Canisius College in Buffalo, New York. She's chair of the ACFE Higher Education Advisory Committee. Her email address is: johnsonp@canisius.edu.
Educating millennials and Generation Z
Higher education must keep pace with changes in the world, and anti-fraud educators are no exceptions. While much has been written about changing delivery of courses and new ways of learning for millennials and Generation Z, actually altering traditional methods has been a slow process.
Written By: Patricia A. Johnson, MBA, CFE, CPA
Making the case for anti-fraud training in higher education
Identity theft, impostor scams, increased exposure through free Wi-Fi, ransomware, phishing schemes, spearfishing — these are no longer topics confined to fraud examiners or industry specialists. College students find themselves victims of fraud in increasing numbers.
Written By: Patricia A. Johnson, MBA, CFE, CPA
The future is now in higher education
As tools for teaching and methods of delivery have evolved, so has anti-fraud education. The members of the ACFE Higher Education Advisory Committee are interested in advancing anti-fraud education in colleges and universities.
Written By: Patricia A. Johnson, MBA, CFE, CPA
The FCPA
Fraud is a global problem with no geographic boundaries. While there are many differences in laws and practices from country to country, the biggest challenge to becoming a true citizen of the world is understanding, and appreciating, cultural differences. Students are encouraged to study abroad during their college years to develop global perspectives. Studying the U.S. Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) and its effect on business helps students and faculty develop global points of view.
Written By: Patricia A. Johnson, MBA, CFE, CPA
Ask me a question, part 1
Budding fraud examiners, of course, need to learn how to conduct effective interviews. Most major fraud examination textbooks discuss the interviewing process and many are excellent primers. The ACFE and other organizations produce excellent training videos.
Written By: Tim Shanahan, Patricia A. Johnson, MBA, CFE, CPA
Ask me a question, part 2
In this column, we’ll discuss the details of how instructors can prepare in-class practical applications so students can develop and practice their interviewing skills. I’ll supply the specific steps of preparation and execution of the in-class practical interview exercise. (See sample copies of the scenario outline and related documents discussed below at fraudscenarios.com.)
Written By: Tim Shanahan, Patricia A. Johnson, MBA, CFE, CPA
Fraud examination 2025
Fraud examiners must think innovatively to stay ahead of fraudsters and prevent fraud from growing exponentially. We all know this, but this maxim challenges practitioners and educators because the business environment is changing rapidly.
Written By: Patricia A. Johnson, MBA, CFE, CPA
Strengthening the link between the classroom and practice
Future fraud fighters, whatever their specialties, benefit greatly from having opportunities to practice skills such as interviewing and expert-witness testimony. Who better than a practitioner to help bring these activities to the classroom?
Written By: Patricia A. Johnson, MBA, CFE, CPA
Once upon a time
Whether we’re teaching how to interview, give expert witness testimony or prepare clients’ reports, storytelling is an integral component. How can we provide memorable experiences for our students while making sure that we cover foundational information successful fraud examiners need to know?
Written By: Patricia A. Johnson, MBA, CFE, CPA
They're attacking you
You have to tell your students that the good guys are losing the battle to hackers. Organizations are vulnerable, and criminals are perpetrating vast amounts of online fraud daily. Here’s what you can teach them.
Written By: Jonathan Nichols, Patricia A. Johnson, MBA, CFE, CPA
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