Fraud Investigators Course

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Course Introduction

The Fraud Investigators Course is designed for both new and experienced professionals seeking a solid foundation in fraud investigation. This training course equips participants with practical knowledge and skills to effectively detect, investigate, and report fraudulent activities in various industries. It covers the full spectrum of fraud investigation, from understanding legislation to gathering evidence and managing cases. Participants will also learn how to handle interviews with witnesses and suspects while maintaining professional standards.

With a strong focus on hands-on learning, this course ensures that learners not only understand the theory but can also apply it practically in real-world investigations. By integrating case studies and practical exercises, attendees will enhance their investigative techniques and gain confidence in handling complex fraud scenarios.

This fraud investigation training course includes:

  • Overview of current legislation governing fraud
  • Rules of evidence and legal compliance
  • Writing structured statements and handling exhibits
  • Case management and fraud policy documentation
  • Methods for recovery and preservation of evidence
  • Techniques for interviewing witnesses and suspects
  • Practical case study exercises
  • Daily knowledge checks to reinforce learning

Objectives

By the end of this Fraud Investigators Course, participants will be able to:

  • Understand the nature of fraud and recognize fraudster behaviors
  • Identify relevant legislation applicable to fraud investigations
  • Recognize and engage specialist agencies that support fraud investigations
  • Apply and maximize existing investigative skills in fraud scenarios
  • Plan, manage, and execute effective fraud investigations
  • Safely secure, package, and label exhibits for legal continuity and court purposes

This course ensures learners gain both practical and theoretical skills necessary for conducting thorough and legally compliant investigations. By achieving these objectives, participants will be prepared to handle complex fraud cases with professionalism and confidence.

Training Methodology

The Fraud Investigators Course uses a blended learning approach that combines theory, practical exercises, and real-life case studies. Participants will engage in interactive sessions, group discussions, and scenario-based activities that enhance understanding and application of investigative techniques. The course emphasizes hands-on experience, enabling learners to practice evidence collection, case management, and interviewing skills in controlled settings.

Trainers will guide participants through step-by-step processes, demonstrating best practices and providing expert insights into managing fraud cases. Daily knowledge checks, practical exercises, and simulated investigations help reinforce learning and ensure participants can apply their skills effectively in their own workplaces. This methodology fosters confidence, critical thinking, and professional competence in fraud investigations.

Who Should Attend?

This Fraud Investigators Course is ideal for professionals involved in investigating fraud offenses or those who regularly interact with law enforcement agencies. It is also suitable for managers or staff seeking to expand their knowledge of fraud investigation procedures.

The course is especially beneficial for individuals from:

  • Banks and other financial institutions
  • Public enforcement and regulatory bodies
  • Insurance companies
  • Oil and Gas sector professionals
  • Power and electricity industry personnel
  • Utility service providers
  • Government agencies
  • Schools and universities
  • Medical and healthcare industries
  • Petrochemical and logistics companies

Attending this course equips professionals with the practical skills and legal understanding necessary to manage investigations, recover evidence, and ensure compliance with relevant legislation.

Course Outline

Day 1: Nature and Profile of the Fraudster / Victims

  • To understand how the opportunities for fraud occur
  • To understand the behaviour of a fraudster
  • To identify the profile of those involved in occupational fraud
  • To enable the delegate to understand the nature and scale of Fraud and roles and responsibilities of other agencies
  • To be able to recognise the different types and classifications of Fraud
  • To be able to explain the impact of Fraud on local and national communities

Day 2: Core Investigative Skills

  • To understand the investigative mindset in volume and priority fraud investigations
  • To recognise investigative skills sets applicable to fraud investigations
  • Rules of evidence
  • To identify and prioritise decision log entries
  • To develop investigation plans giving focus, direction and clarity to fraud investigations
  • To identify best practice from both the simulated and original investigations

Day 3: Golden Hour for Fraud

  • To understand and apply golden hour principles unique to volume and priority fraud investigations
  • To understand the importance of case conclusion and applying lessons learnt through structured debriefs
  • To understand suspect management in fraud investigations
  • To understand the need for fraud policy files (Decision logs)
  • Fraud management
  • Evidence recovery

Day 4: Witness and Suspect Interviews

  • Use and understand the PEACE model for interviewing Witnesses and suspects
  • Plan and preparing for an interview
  • How to combat problems in interviews
  • Blocks to communication
  • Principles of Interviews
  • Communication skills

Day 5: Combating Fraud. So, What Do We Do Now?

  • Do’s and don'ts within investigations
  • Victim management
  • Structured statement writing
  • Occupational fraud
  • Spotting the warning signs
  • How to prevent fraud?

Providers and Associations

Anderson
Aztech Training
Coventry

Certificate

  • Copex Certificate of Attendance will be provided to delegates who attend and complete the course.

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