Certified Financial Forensics

Course Overview
Financial forensics is a vital skill in today's complex financial landscape. With increasing financial crimes and corporate fraud, businesses and legal entities need professionals who can analyze financial data to uncover discrepancies, misappropriations, and hidden fraud. Our Certified Financial Forensics course equips professionals with the tools, methodologies, and legal insights to conduct thorough financial investigations. Through hands-on training, learners will gain the skills required to detect, investigate, and prevent financial crimes, making them valuable assets to any organization.

Course Objectives
Upon successful completion of the Certified Financial Forensics course, participants will be able to:

• Conduct comprehensive forensic financial investigations using advanced accounting techniques.
• Identify financial fraud patterns, discrepancies, and irregularities in various business environments.
• Analyze financial data to present accurate findings for legal proceedings or corporate reporting.
• Understand the legal and regulatory framework surrounding financial investigations, including fraud prevention and detection measures.
• Prepare forensic accounting reports that can be used as evidence in legal cases and courtrooms.
• Develop skills for forensic audit, anti-money laundering (AML), and compliance assessments.

Course Content

Module 1: Introduction to Financial Forensics
In this module, participants will learn the fundamentals of forensic accounting, the key principles, and the importance of financial forensics in the corporate world. It will cover common fraud techniques and the role of forensic accountants in detecting fraud.

Module 2: Financial Fraud Detection Techniques
This module dives deeper into identifying fraud in different types of financial records and operations. Participants will learn how to use financial data analysis tools to identify unusual trends and discrepancies.

Module 3: Legal Aspects of Financial Forensics
Understanding the legal aspects is crucial for financial forensics professionals. This module will cover laws, regulations, and the ethical responsibilities of forensic accountants. It will also touch on the legal processes involved in presenting financial forensic findings in court.

Module 4: Investigating Corporate Fraud
Participants will learn how to investigate financial discrepancies in corporate settings, focusing on internal controls, fraud detection, and investigation methods. Real-world case studies will provide valuable insights.

Module 5: Forensic Accounting Tools and Techniques
This module covers the tools and techniques used by financial forensics professionals. Participants will gain hands-on experience with software used for financial data analysis and fraud detection.

Module 6: Preparing Forensic Reports
This module teaches how to write effective forensic reports that meet legal standards. Participants will learn how to present their findings clearly and persuasively, ensuring that their reports can be used in legal proceedings.

Target Group
This course is ideal for professionals in accounting, auditing, law, and finance who are interested in pursuing a career in financial forensics or enhancing their current knowledge and skills. The Certified Financial Forensics course is particularly suited for:

• Certified public accountants (CPAs)
• Internal and external auditors
• Financial analysts
• Fraud investigators
• Lawyers specializing in corporate or financial law
• Compliance officers
• Risk management professionals

Course Cost

• 5-day course: €3700
• 10-day course: €6500

The course is available on different dates, upon request. We offer flexible scheduling to accommodate the diverse needs of our participants, ensuring that you can enroll at a time that suits your schedule.

Organizers

The program is organized by the Geneva Institute of Business Management in collaboration with its esteemed partners across Europe.