Financial Fraud Investigation Gets You Into the Field Quickly

Have you already completed a recognized diploma or degree program and wish to acquire a specialization in the emerging field of forensic accounting and financial fraud investigation? If you are able to submit an official transcript demonstrating proof of successful completion of a post-secondary diploma in business or accounting, can attend an interview session and present a resume, and are prepared to test your English and/or math skills, you should consider applying to Centennial College’s Financial Fraud Investigations offering. Please note that applicants who present a combination of partial post-secondary education and relevant work experience will be considered.

Centennial College’s Financial Fraud Investigation offering stands out thanks to its short length and the post-graduate possibilities. For example, in addition to receiving an Ontario College Graduate Certificate, the program content also prepares students for the Certified Fraud Examiner examination.

Experienced Financial Fraud Investigations faculty members are experts in the industry and ensure students obtain practical hands-on learning in addition to the anecdotes that they share to enhance lessons. Geared to the motivated, mature learner with career experience, the Financial Fraud Investigation undertaking offers essential skills and knowledge in forensic accounting and investigation techniques, equipping them to work in entry-level positions in the field of forensic accounting and audit investigations within the public or private sector. Among the key topics students study in this offering are: investigating and analyzing financial evidence, testifying as a witness, becoming involved in criminal investigations and uncovering financial evidence in employee or insurance fraud cases, and investigating in the rapidly evolving area of computer fraud.

Students attend six courses in each of their two semesters. In the first semester, they partake in: Introduction to Fraud Examinations, Financial Crimes Investigation, Introduction to Intelligence Gathering, Financial Institutions & Identity Theft, International Legal Elements and Professional Court Presentation. Meanwhile, second semester Financial Fraud Investigation courses include: Advanced Fraud Examinations, Forensic Accounting, Investigative Methodologies, Ethics and Fraud Criminology, Practical Fraud Investigation and Case Management, and Interview and Interrogations. All courses solely focus on preparing students for speedy entry into the field.

In addition, students study out of Centennial College’s largest location, Progress Campus. This campus houses other financial programs, allowing for peer interaction as well as networking.

Successful analysis and findings reported by practicing professionals may mean the difference between whether perpetrators avoid detection of their illegal activities or are brought to justice. In most cases, success is directly and primarily dependent upon the knowledge, skills and abilities of the professionals performing the work. As such, positions in financial accounting fraud and financial fraud investigation come with varying responsibilities and include: Forensic Accounting/Litigation Consultant, Tax Auditor, Gaming Investigator, Insurance Investigator, Bank Investigator and Internal Auditor.