Description:
Fraud is a heavy economic and moral burden on society, and it is a global problem that harms government and costs trillions of dollars in worldwide damages each year. Although the probability of fraud occurring may vary depending on the size and complexity of the operations and programs, opportunities to commit fraud are always present. To prevent and detect fraud, we must understand why people commit fraud, and identify the common type of government fraud, factors leading to government fraud, and the most frequent fraud detection approaches.

Delivery Method: Online Interactive Self Study

Level: Overview

Prerequisites: None

Advanced Preparation: None

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Author: Delta Publishing

Category: Accounting and Auditing

Field of Study: Government Auditing - Fraud

Passing Score: 70%

Publication Date: 01/19/2023

Technical Details: Government Auditing is a technical field of study.

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Objectives:
1. Recognize the key concepts about why people commit fraud.
2. Identify common types of fraud schemes that target the government.
3. Recognize why government entities are prime targets for fraud.
4. Identify different fraud symptoms such as the behavioral red flags displayed by perpetrators.
5. Identify the elements of a fraud perpetrator profile.
6. Recognize government's efforts to combat fraud.
7. Identify the role of managers, employees, and auditors in deterring fraud.
8. Recognize different techniques to prevent and detect fraud.

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NASBA: Yes

QAS: Yes

CPA: Suitable for all CPAs

IRS: No IRS credit for Enrolled Agents.

Profession Identifiers : CPA