ONLINE SELF-STUDY

Corporate Con: Internal Fraud and the Auditor

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Course Level
Basic
Delivered via
Online
CPE
10 Credits
ACFE Ethics CPE

Description

Chances are you will encounter fraud at some point in your career. But will you know how to recognize it when you do? Prepare yourself to spot the signs of fraud with the online self-study format of Corporate Con: Internal Fraud and the Auditor.

In this course, you will learn the various types of internal fraud, the detection methods used to uncover those schemes and preventative measures that can help reduce the incidence of internal fraud. The course also includes numerous examples and practical problems designed to help you apply the course material to real-world investigations.

 

Prerequisites

None

You Will Learn How To:

Identify the mechanics of common types of internal fraud schemes.

Recognize the methodology used for fraud audits.

Compare detection methods used to uncover internal fraud.

Determine preventative measures that can be used to aid in the deterrence of internal fraud.

Table of Contents

Lesson 1 Fundamentals of Fraud
Lesson 2 Fraud Auditing Methodology
Lesson 3 Auditor's Responsibilities
Lesson 4 Cash Schemes
Lesson 5 Accounts Receivable Schemes
Lesson 6 Inventory Schemes
Lesson 7 Purchasing Schemes
Lesson 8 Investment and Fixed Asset Schemes
Lesson 9 Payroll and Personal Expense Schemes
Lesson 10 Bribery and Corruption Schemes
Lesson 11 Theory of Fraud Prevention
Lesson 12 Fraud Assessment Questioning Techniques
Lesson 13 Practical Problems

CPE Information

This course fulfills the annual ethics CPE requirement for CFEs. Learn more about the ethics CPE requirements for CFEs.
CPE Credit: 10
NASBA Information: Auditing
Advance Preparation: None
Last Updated: October 2025
Delivery Method: QAS Self-Study

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CPE Credit

Please note: To be eligible for CPE credit, you must complete the final exam within one year of purchase date. You may only claim CPE credit for a course once.

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Features:

  • 24/7 access to courses through your Internet browser
  • Save time and quickly earn CPE credits with instant access, grading and printable certificate
  • The flexibility to start or stop a course and pick-up right where you left off
  • No additional shipping fees

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System Requirements:

  • Internet access: High-speed connection recommended
  • Speakers required for video sound

The Association of Certified Fraud Examiners, Inc. is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be submitted to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors through its website: www.nasbaregistry.org/

 

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