CFE Exam Review Course
- May 20-23, 2024
- Austin, TX
In-Person Seminar
Course Level
Basic
Basic
Delivered via
In-Person
In-Person
CFE Exam Review Course
Description
This event will be available online and in-person. Learn more about the virtual option.
According to the 2022 Compensation Guide for Anti-Fraud Professionals, CFEs earn 17% more than their non-certified colleagues.
CFEs have a unique set of skills that are not found in any other career field or discipline; they combine knowledge of complex financial transactions with an understanding of methods, law and how to resolve allegations of fraud. Fraud examiners are also trained to understand not only how fraud occurs, but why.
Master the skills and knowledge you need to pass the CFE Exam by attending the CFE Exam Review Course. This instructor-led course will help you master the concepts tested on the CFE Exam — Financial Transactions and Fraud Schemes, Law, Investigation, and Fraud Prevention and Deterrence. This course, in combination with the CFE Exam Prep Course software, will provide you with an unbeatable combination for passing the exam.
CFEs have a unique set of skills that are not found in any other career field or discipline; they combine knowledge of complex financial transactions with an understanding of methods, law and how to resolve allegations of fraud. Fraud examiners are also trained to understand not only how fraud occurs, but why.
Master the skills and knowledge you need to pass the CFE Exam by attending the CFE Exam Review Course. This instructor-led course will help you master the concepts tested on the CFE Exam — Financial Transactions and Fraud Schemes, Law, Investigation, and Fraud Prevention and Deterrence. This course, in combination with the CFE Exam Prep Course software, will provide you with an unbeatable combination for passing the exam.
Learn more about taking the CFE Exam in-person; including advanced preparation, application requirements, and more.
Prerequisites
This course is designed to review material required to pass the CFE Exam. Independent study with the CFE Exam Prep Course prior to attendance is strongly recommended.
You Will Learn How To:
Apply the core legal, investigative and accounting concepts on which the CFE credential is built.
Recognize common fraud schemes that affect individuals and organizations around the world.
Detect and prevent fraudulent behavior within and outside of your organization through fraud risk assessment and management.
Analyze the principal causes of fraud and identify red flags indicative of fraudulent practices.
Implement effective interview techniques and report the findings of your investigation.
Assess the legal rights and limitations within your fraud examinations and identify applicable legislature.
Location & Venue
Event Venue
AT&T Hotel and Conference Center1900 University Ave. Austin, TX 78705
Hotel Information
Book Your Room
Hotel Phone: (877) 744-8822
Room Rate: $245 single; limited government rate rooms
Hotel Cut-Off Date: April 29, 2024
To book the Government Rate, please call Hotel Reservations at (512-404-3600) and mention the code ACFEGA0524.
CPE Information
This session provides ACFE ethics credit. Learn more about the ethics CPE requirements for CFEs.
| CPE Credit: | 31 |
|---|---|
| Advanced Preparation: | None |
| Delivery Method: | In-Person |
Credit by Field of Study
| Accounting: | 1.6 |
|---|---|
| Auditing: | 14.2 |
| Business Law: | 8 |
| Information Technology: | 2 |
| Specialized Knowledge: | 2.2 |
| Behavioral Ethics: | 1 |
| Communications and Marketing: | 2 |
Registration Fee:
Register by the Early Registration Deadline to SAVE $100!
Early Registration Deadline: April 19, 2024
Course Outline
Day 1
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7:30 – 8:00 a.m. Registration and Continental Breakfast
Registration and Continental Breakfast
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8:00 – 9:20 a.m. Introduction/Investigation
Introduction
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9:35 – 10:55 a.m. Investigation
Interview Theory and Application
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11:10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Investigation (Cont.)
• Data Analysis and Reporting Tools
• Tracing Illicit Transactions
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1:30 – 2:50 p.m. Investigation (Cont.)
•Planning and Conducting a Fraud Examination
• Digital Forensics • Report Writing
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3:05 – 4:25 p.m. Investigation (Cont.)
• Sources of Information
• Covert Operations
• Collecting Evidence
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4:30 – 6:30 p.m. Optional Written Exam
Written Exam
Day 2
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7:30 – 8:00 a.m. Continental Breakfast
Continental Breakfast
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8:00 – 9:20 a.m. Law
• Overview of the Legal System
• Individual Rights During Examinations
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9:35 – 10:55 a.m. Law (Cont.)
• The Criminal Justice System
• Basic Principles of Evidence
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11:10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Law (Cont.)
• The Law Related to Fraud
• Testifying
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1:30 – 2:50 p.m. Law (Cont.)
• Civil Actions
• Securities Fraud
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3:05 – 4:25 p.m. Law (Cont.)
• Money Laundering
• Bankruptcy (Insolvency) Fraud
• Tax Fraud
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4:30 – 6:30 p.m. Optional Written Exam
Written Exam
Day 3
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7:30 – 8:00 a.m. Continental Breakfast
Continental Breakfast
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8:00 – 9:20 a.m. Financial Transactions and Fraud Schemes
• Asset Misappropriation: Cash Receipts
• Theft of Data and Intellectual Property
• Consumer Fraud
• Identity Theft
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9:35 – 10:55 a.m. Financial Transactions and Fraud Schemes (Cont.)
• Accounting Concepts
• Financial Statement Fraud
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11:10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Financial Transactions and Fraud Schemes (Cont.)
• Asset Misappropriation: Fraudulent Disbursements
• Payment Fraud
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1:30 – 2:50 p.m. Financial Transactions and Fraud Schemes (Cont.)
• Cyberfraud
• Corruption
• Contract and Procurement Fraud
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3:05 – 4:25 p.m. Financial Transactions and Fraud Schemes (Cont.)
• Asset Misappropriation: Inventory and Other Assets
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4:30 – 6:30 p.m. Optional Written Exam
Written Exam
Day 4
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7:30 – 8:00 a.m. Continental Breakfast
Continental Breakfast
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8:00 – 9:20 a.m. Fraud Prevention and Deterrence
• Understanding Criminal Behavior
• White-Collar Crime
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9:35 – 10:55 a.m. Fraud Prevention and Deterrence (Cont.)
• Corporate Governance
• Management's Fraud-Related Responsibilities
• Auditors' Fraud-Related Responsibilities
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11:10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Fraud Prevention and Deterrence (Cont.)
• Fraud Risk Assessment
• Fraud Risk Management
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1:30 – 2:45 p.m. Fraud Prevention and Deterrence (Cont.)
• Fraud Prevention Programs
• Ethics for Fraud Examiners
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4:15 – 6:15 p.m. Optional Written Exam
Written Exam
Presenters
John Gill, J.D., CFE - Speaker
President
Association of Certified Fraud Examiners
Jason Zirkle, CFE - Speaker
Training Director
Association of Certified Fraud Examiners
Policies
Payment must be received by April 19, 2024 to receive early registration discount.
Event Cancellation Policy
Our cancellation policy is intended to keep costs low for attendees. Due to financial obligations incurred by ACFE, Inc., you must cancel your registration prior to the start of the event. Cancellations received less than 14 calendar days prior to an event start date are subject to a $250 cancellation fee for CFE Exam Review Courses. Cancellations received within one week prior to the start of a CFE Exam Review Course start date are subject to a $500 cancellation fee. No refunds or credits will be given for cancellations received on or after the start date of the event. Those who do not cancel and do not attend are responsible for the full registration fee.
Should an event be cancelled or postponed by the ACFE due to unforeseen circumstances, the ACFE will process a full refund of registration fees within 30 days of such circumstances becoming known. The ACFE will attempt to notify affected customers by phone and email after it determines cancellation is necessary.
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Terms and Conditions
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