Forensic Audit Course

Welcome to the Forensic Audit course offered by the Continuing Education Center at AZM University. This course is designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to conduct forensic audits and fraud investigations.

Course Overview

In this course, students will delve into the intricacies of forensic auditing and learn how to detect, measure, prevent, and resolve business fraud. The primary objective is to provide students with a practical understanding of forensic auditing in real-world scenarios, focusing on obtaining, interpreting, and documenting evidence.

Key Topics

Introduction to Forensic Auditing:

· Understand the fundamentals of forensic auditing and its role in the business environment.
· Learn the differences between forensic auditing and traditional auditing.

Business Fraud:

· Explore the various types of business fraud and their causes.
· Study common fraud schemes and red flags that indicate fraudulent activity.

Detection and Prevention of Fraud:

· Learn techniques for detecting fraud through data analysis and auditing procedures.
· Develop strategies to prevent fraud within an organization.

Measuring Fraud Impact:

· Understand how to assess the financial impact of fraud on an organization.
· Learn to quantify losses and damages caused by fraudulent activities.

Forensic Investigation Techniques:

· Master the methods of conducting forensic investigations, including interviewing and interrogation.
· Learn how to gather, preserve, and analyze evidence in a forensic audit.

Documenting Evidence:

· Understand the importance of proper documentation and chain of custody in forensic audits.
· Learn how to prepare clear and concise audit reports and documentation for legal proceedings.

Forensic Auditing and Economic Decision-Making:

· Explore the impact of forensic auditing on economic decisions and financial reporting.
· Understand how forensic audit findings influence disputes and investigations.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course, students will be able to:
· Identify and understand various types of business fraud.
· Detect and measure the impact of fraud using forensic auditing techniques.
· Develop and implement fraud prevention strategies.
· Conduct thorough forensic investigations and document findings effectively.
· Interpret forensic audit evidence and its implications for economic decision-making and financial reporting.
· Communicate forensic audit results to stakeholders, including management and legal authorities.

Course Format

· Duration: [Specify Duration]
· Delivery Method: [In-Person, Online, Hybrid]
· Assessment: [Quizzes, Assignments, Case Studies, Final Exam]
· Prerequisites: [If any]

Instructor

Mr. Elie AbdelSater brings extensive experience in forensic auditing and fraud investigation. With a background in “Fraud Examination”, he will provide practical insights and real-world examples throughout the course.

Enrollment Information

To enroll in the Forensic Audit course, please visit our website or contact our admissions office for more details.

Equip yourself with the skills to combat fraud and make a significant impact in the field of forensic auditing with our comprehensive Forensic Audit course.