PROFESSIONAL FRAUD INVESTIGATION

TRAINING OVERVIEW

Understanding the Gravity of Fraud: The omnipresence of fraud makes it a critical concern for businesses. Owners must proactively acknowledge the heightened risk of fraudulent activities. Establishing an anti-fraud culture is vital, empowering designated individuals to conduct thorough investigations. This course addresses these imperatives and offers guidance to safeguard your company’s assets.

Comprehensive Training for Investigators: Whether novice or seasoned, this course caters to investigators at all levels, providing a foundational insight into fraud investigation. It goes beyond theoretical knowledge, offering practical exposure to industry-specific practices. Participants gain proficiency in reporting fraud offences, staying abreast of current legislation, and adopting best practices.

Protecting Company Assets: Emphasizing the need for a vigilant approach, the course underscores the importance of asset protection. It equips participants with skills to create an environment that not only deters fraud but also ensures effective investigations. Practical exercises focus on evidence gathering, witness interviews, and suspect interrogations.

Legal Compliance and Best Practices: Participants delve into the legal aspects of fraud investigation, exploring current legislation and best practices. The course facilitates understanding of investigation procedures and evidence preparation. By incorporating practical elements, it fosters skill development, ensuring investigators are well-equipped to navigate real-world scenarios.

Empowering Participants Through Practical Skills: Designed with a hands-on approach, the course prioritizes practical skill development. Participants not only grasp theoretical concepts but also engage in exercises that enhance their investigative abilities. This holistic training empowers individuals to play an active role in protecting company assets and maintaining integrity.

TRAINING TOPICS

• Current Legislation
• Rules of Evidence
• Statement Writing and dealing with exhibits.
• Case Management and Policy Documents
• Recovery of Evidence to prove a case.
• How to interview witnesses and suspects
• Practical Case Study
• Practical interviewing exercises
• Daily Knowledge checks

By attending this DixonTech training course, delegates will be able to:

• Describe the nature of fraud and the fraudster.
• Identify relevant legislation in relation to fraud investigations.
• Identify specialist agencies to support fraud investigations.
• Maximise existing skills within fraud investigations.
• Manage fraud investigations.
• An understanding of how to safely secure and package exhibits recovered in an investigation and label them correctly for continuity and court purposes.

TRAINING IS TAILORED TO

• Banks and other financial institutions
• Public enforcement bodies
• Insurers
• Oil and Gas sector
• Power and Electricity Industry
• Utilities
• Government Agencies
• Schools and Universities
• Medical Industry
• Petrochemicals and Logistics

TRAINING METHODOLOGY

Interactive Learning: The course employs interactive learning techniques, incorporating discussions and real-world case studies. This fosters engagement and enhances participants' understanding of fraud investigation concepts.

Practical Application: Emphasis is placed on practical application, with participants undertaking exercises to hone investigation skills. Case scenarios and simulations ensure hands-on learning for effective real-world implementation.

Legislation Exploration: Participants delve into current legislation, understanding the legal framework surrounding fraud investigation. This ensures a comprehensive grasp of regulatory nuances.

Skill Development: The training focuses on skill development, with a practical base aimed at cultivating participants' abilities in evidence gathering, interviews, and investigative procedures.

Holistic Approach: A holistic approach combines theoretical knowledge with practical exercises, providing a well-rounded learning experience. This empowers participants to confidently address fraud challenges in their respective industries.

DAY ONE: 

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 diverse types and classifications of Fraud.
• To be able to explain the impact of Fraud on local and national communities.

DAY TWO: 

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 prioritize 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 THREE:

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 suspec