The information technology (IT) has made our everyday lives much easier, but it has also become easier to perform financial fraud and crime. e-Forensic Accounting can provide benefits in the form of exposing underlying fraud in the IT environment. They make certain the information is a realistic representation by assessing the digital data. They can offer suggestions for improving the information. In turn, this can save individuals and companies money and potential liability. Benefits obtained by utilizing e-forensic auditors include revealing any potential areas of questionable concern regarding financial information or operations.
Course Outline
Fundamental
24 CPE Credits
Fraud and Forensic Accounting in a Digital Environment Using CAATs for Fraud Detection Digital Evidence Collection Workshop: Computer Auditing for FCPA Workshop: Computer Auditing for XBRL Financial Statement Hands-On Experiment and Course Project
Recommended Training Methodology
These causes are practical training courses. The course must choose a CAATs, such as JCAATs, ACL, IDEA, etc. as the course major tools to teach students. The use of case studies and projects are highly recommended. After the fundamental course, students can join an examination to earn a CFAP designation.
Prerequisite Knowledge
Specifically, students must thoroughly understand CAATs, Business Law and Accounting.
ICAEA--International Computer Auditing Education Association