Forensic Accounting

This course will enable you to

• Understand the role of the forensic accountant
• Identify misconduct including money laundering
• Gain an understanding of how to prevent fraud
• Plan and conduct fraud investigations
• Develop an understanding of non-fraud work such as valuations and asset tracing
• Understand the role of the forensic accountant as an expert witness

About the course

Forensic accounting might seem like a natural extension of the finance professional's role, but in reality, it calls for a much broader skillset. Whether it's uncovering fraud, tracing hidden assets, or giving evidence in high-stakes legal disputes, the work is high pressure, high impact, and often complex. With financial misconduct and litigation on the rise, there’s never been a greater need for skilled forensic accountants.

This course introduces the key areas of forensic accounting, from identifying misconduct and money laundering to conducting investigations and preparing valuations. Through interactive activities and peer learning, you’ll explore the varied nature of forensic work, including acting as an expert witness and taking on non-fraud assignments like asset tracing and business valuation.

By the end of the course, you'll have the knowledge and confidence to contribute to forensic engagements, spot and investigate suspicious activity, and deliver credible, well-supported insights in both fraud and non-fraud contexts.