Fraud Detection and Deterrence
ACCT 320 | 3 Credits
Course Desc: Prerequisite: ACCT 220 or ACCT 301. A study of the principles behind and standards for examining, identifying, detecting, and deterring fraud. The objective is to differentiate types of fraud, assess organizational characteristics conducive to fraud, and develop a plan to detect and deter fraud. Topics include the fraud triangle, cash larceny, check tampering, skimming, register disbursement schemes, cash receipts schemes, billing schemes, payroll and expense reimbursement issues, asset misappropriations, corruption, accounting principles and fraud, fraudulent financial statements, whistleblowing, interviewing witnesses, and writing reports. Focus is on creating and communicating meaningful data visualizations communication for stakeholders.
