Corporate Governance for Fraud Prevention
Intermediate
Online
Description
Corporate governance refers to the policies and procedures according to which an organization is operated, regulated and controlled. These processes are designed to protect the diverse interests of the organization’s stakeholder groups. Effective corporate governance measures are also essential to prevent corporate scandals, fraud, and potential civil and criminal liability.
Corporate Governance for Fraud Prevention describes the principles, functions and essential components of a corporate governance system. It addresses the controversy of CEO duality, the recommended committees any organization should have on its board of directors and how to set the appropriate tone at the top. This course also discusses corporate governance best practices that you can tailor to your organization’s structure and needs since there is no one-size-fits-all approach.
Key Takeaways:
- Strategies for improving corporate governance
- Corporate governance structure and the associated duties
- Elements that are vital to a corporate governance system
- How a top-down focus on personnel in an organization has a strong impact on fraud prevention
Prerequisites
Knowledge of basic internal controls and risk assessment
You Will Learn How To:
Identify components essential for an effective corporate governance system
Differentiate respective duties of individuals responsible for the corporate governance structure
Recognize why effective corporate governance is necessary for an organization and for the economy
Determine best practices that can be implemented within an organization to improve corporate governance
Table of Contents
| Lesson 1 | Introduction |
|---|---|
| Lesson 2 | Cost of Fraud and Corruption |
| Lesson 3 | What Is Corporate Governance? |
| Lesson 4 | Corporate Governance Functions |
| Lesson 5 | Importance of Corporate Governance |
| Lesson 6 | Corporate Governance Guidance and Legislation |
| Lesson 7 | Fraud Risk Management |
| Lesson 8 | Board of Directors |
| Lesson 9 | What Went Wrong at Chesapeake Energy? |
| Lesson 10 | Board Committees |
| Lesson 11 | Management |
| Lesson 12 | Tone at the Top |
| Lesson 13 | Internal Audit |
| Lesson 14 | Internal Controls |
| Lesson 15 | External Audit |
| Lesson 16 | Whistleblowers and Hotlines |
| Lesson 17 | Rewarding the Good and Punishing the Bad |
| Lesson 18 | Technological Considerations |
| Lesson 19 | Corporate Governance of Social Media |
| Lesson 20 | Building a Fraud Prevention Culture |
CPE Information
| CPE Credit: | 4 |
|---|---|
| NASBA Information: | Business Management & Organization |
| Advanced Preparation: | None |
| Last Updated: | July 2024 |
| Delivery Method: | QAS Self-study |
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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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