Course Outline

Introduction

  • Overview of the Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) credential for government professionals
  • Examination of the four main areas covered in the CFE exam
  • Strategies and resources for effective study preparation

Understanding Fraud

  • Definition and various types of fraud relevant to public sector operations
  • The fraud triangle: Pressure, Opportunity, Rationalization, and their application in government settings
  • An overview of occupational fraud within governmental organizations

Financial Transactions Basics

  • Fundamental accounting and auditing concepts for government
  • Interpreting financial statements used in public sector entities
  • An introduction to financial transaction cycles specific to government operations

Fraud Schemes Overview

  • Common asset misappropriation schemes found in government agencies
  • Corruption schemes impacting public sector integrity
  • Financial statement fraud within governmental financial reporting

Asset Misappropriation Schemes

  • Cash theft and its prevention in government environments
  • Theft of inventory and other assets within public sector organizations
  • Billing and payroll schemes affecting government financial systems

Financial Statement Fraud

  • Schemes involving improper revenue recognition in governmental reporting
  • Issues with improper disclosures in government financial statements
  • Fraudulent asset valuation practices within public sector entities

Legal Elements of Fraud

  • An understanding of the legal system as it pertains to fraud in government
  • The elements of fraud and related offenses relevant to public sector investigations
  • Differences between civil and criminal fraud cases involving governmental entities

Fraudulent Financial Transactions

  • Money laundering activities within the context of government operations
  • Bankruptcy fraud impacting government financial systems
  • Securities fraud affecting public sector investments and transactions

Legal Considerations in Fraud Examination

  • Evidence collection and preservation techniques for government investigations
  • The role of expert witness testimony in governmental fraud cases
  • Protecting the legal rights of accused individuals in public sector investigations

Regulatory Environment

  • The impact of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act on government financial reporting
  • Compliance with the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act in international governmental operations
  • Implementing anti-money laundering regulations within public sector entities

Fraud Investigation Techniques

  • Planning and conducting fraud examinations for government agencies
  • Effective interviewing techniques for public sector investigations
  • Strategies for gathering evidence in governmental fraud cases

Investigative Tools and Techniques

  • The use of digital forensics in government fraud investigations
  • Surveillance methods applicable to public sector inquiries
  • Undercover operations within the context of governmental fraud

Data Analysis in Fraud Investigations

  • Leveraging data analytics to detect fraud in government entities
  • Analyzing financial statements for signs of fraudulent activity in public sector organizations
  • Identifying red flags and patterns indicative of fraud within government operations

Reporting and Testifying

  • Writing comprehensive investigative reports for government agencies
  • Preparing for trial testimony in governmental fraud cases
  • Effectively testifying in court on behalf of public sector entities

Developing Fraud Prevention Programs

  • Creating a fraud risk assessment for government organizations
  • Implementing robust internal controls to prevent fraud within public sector operations
  • Promoting ethical behavior and compliance within governmental agencies

Exam Review and Practice Test

  • A comprehensive review of key concepts from all four sections of the CFE exam for government professionals
  • Practice questions and test-taking strategies tailored to public sector candidates
  • A final Q&A session to address any remaining concerns or questions

Summary and Next Steps

Requirements

  • Basic understanding of accounting principles and financial transactions

Audience

  • Individuals aspiring to become fraud examiners
  • Professionals in the fields of accounting, auditing, law enforcement, and compliance for government
  • Internal auditors
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