Description
Fraud plagues businesses at epidemic levels, and technology control failures are a major contributing factor. Using a case study approach, in this session, you will learn about the pervasiveness of fraud, the control failures that contribute to fraud, and what you can do to mitigate fraud risk.
A specific focus of this course is the application of information technology general controls and information technology application controls. In this course, you will examine numerous reported fraud cases and identify the general control and application control failures that contributed to each fraud. By learning through these real-world case studies, you will be better positioned to reduce fraud risk.
A specific focus of this course is the application of information technology general controls and information technology application controls. In this course, you will examine numerous reported fraud cases and identify the general control and application control failures that contributed to each fraud. By learning through these real-world case studies, you will be better positioned to reduce fraud risk.
Designed For
- CPAs and other accounting, auditing, and business professionals who are seeking to reduce fraud risk
Objectives
- The fraud epidemic continues, creating billions in losses every year. Participate in this session to learn how most frauds occur and what controls you can and should implement to reduce fraud risks.
- Define information technology general controls and information technology application controls and distinguish between the two
- List examples of critical information technology controls
- Recognize control failures and weaknesses that can lead to fraud
- List recommendations for improving internal controls in an organization
Highlights
- Key fraud risks impacting businesses today
- Examples of fraud and the monetary impact on victims
- How to create, implement, and assess technology-based internal controls to reduce the probability of becoming a fraud victim
Advanced Prep
- None
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Leaders
Brian Tankersley
Brian Tankersley is a consultant who advises US firms and companies on accounting technology issues. Mr. Tankersley is a frequent speaker at continuing education courses for K2 Enterprises, and publishes a nationally recognized blog on accounting and technology (www.cpatechblog.com). He has also served as the technology editor for a major accounting industry publication. Mr. Tankersley has over 25 years of professional experience, including accounting, auditing, technology, and education, and has been with K2 Enterprises since 2005.