This seminar provides participants with an understanding of fraud and a basic understanding of the best practices process for conducting a fraud investigation. It will assist participants through the many challenges that companies face in such matters and will provide “real life” examples of fraud, integrating a complex financial investigation case while examining the potential phases of such an investigation.

Learning Objectives
By the end of this course, participants should be able to:
• Describe what fraud is and why it poses a risk to every organization
• Identify potential indicators of fraud
• Describe the process for planning and conducting a financial investigation

Content
Topics include:
• introduction to fraud/fraud indicators
• planning an investigation
• interviewing basics
• investigative research
• digital forensics
• legal tools and remedies
• landmark fraud cases

Applicable For:

• Members in industry who require knowledge of the complexities involved with planning and conducting a financial investigation. 
• Members in public practice will also benefit as participants will understand the importance of complying with the CPA Canada Standard Practices for Investigative and Forensic Accounting Engagements. 

Seminar Instructor: Nicole Kalesnikoff

What to Expect

• Two emails will be sent from CPA Manitoba following your registration: one to confirm your order and one including information on how to access the course through your Learning Hub. 
• Once sent, these emails can also be found in the Communication tab of your CPA Manitoba Member Portal.
• Course materials, links and credentials can be found in your Learning Hub no less than two business days prior to the seminar. 
• This is a Live Virtual seminar where class size has been limited to allow for an interactive learning environment. 
• This seminar will not be recorded. 
• Live webinars have varying levels of expected interaction, with many requiring webcam and microphone capabilities. If you have concerns about the interaction required for this course, please email [email protected]. 
  
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