Fraud Examination Minor

Learning outcomes. Students will:

• Identify symptoms of fraud and design and conduct procedures to proactively search for fraud and develop programs to prevent such fraud.
• Conduct fraud risk assessments, including brainstorming for particular settings and obtaining a sufficient knowledge of internal controls to identify opportunities for fraud, the risk of management override and the possibility of collusion.
• Develop necessary well-written working papers and other documentation appropriate for the matters under investigation.
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. This includes oral communications for case presentation, deposition and courtroom testimony. It also includes written communication; report writing skills and techniques.
• Evaluate the design of antifraud techniques and controls and test their operating effectiveness; make recommendations for improvements and assist in the implementation of fraud prevention programs.

Additional information. Students earning the B.S. in Economics with the Specialization in Financial Analysis (C.) or the B.S. in Fraud Examination and Financial Forensics are not eligiblefor this minor. 

Requirements. A maximum of two courses can overlap with a student’s major, other minors or programs.

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