Recognise common fraud risks and the value of prevention. This course introduces types of fraud, organisational controls and the role of policies and reporting. It helps staff understand how everyday awareness can support the detection and management of suspicious activity.
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Introduction to Fraud and Fraud Prevention
Recognise common fraud risks and the value of prevention.
Course highlights
- Understanding fraud
- Forms of fraud
- The legal framework
- Consequences of fraud
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Course overview, learning outcomes and assessment
Course overview
What you will learn
01
Understanding fraud
Learn what fraud involves and why it is relevant to people working in organisations of different types.
02
Forms of fraud
Recognise different forms of fraud and consider how fraudulent activity can arise in a business setting.
03
The legal framework
Explore the legal framework introduced in the course and its relationship to fraud and economic crime.
04
Consequences of fraud
Consider the effects fraud can have on individuals and organisations, including those directly affected by the activity.
05
Why fraudulent behaviour occurs
Explore factors that can contribute to fraudulent behaviour and their relevance to understanding fraud risk.
06
Situations that increase risk
Recognise circumstances that may increase exposure to fraud and why these deserve attention.
07
Managing fraud risks
Explore ways organisations can manage fraud risks through suitable arrangements and controls.
08
A zero-tolerance approach
Understand what a zero-tolerance approach to fraud means within an organisation's response to misconduct.
09
Anti-fraud policies
Recognise the purpose of anti-fraud policies and how they help set expectations and guide action.
10
Prevention and detection
Consider measures intended to prevent fraud and identify signs of possible fraudulent activity.
11
Fraud investigation
Understand the role of investigation within an organisation's response to suspected fraud.
Who is this course for?
Employees who may encounter fraud risks at work, and anyone seeking an introduction to fraud and economic crime.
Course outcome
After successfully completing the required learning and assessment, the learner will receive the course outcome shown below.
- Certificate
- Downloadable Highfield completion certificate after successfully completing the course.
- Assessment
- Online assessment using multiple-choice questions.
- Course recognition
- Accredited by Highfield Qualifications.
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