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As the UK’s largest provider of regulated qualifications to the Fraud and Investigative sectors development of the new Level 4 qualification in Fraud Investigation has allowed us to continue building formal recognition for professionals working and progressing within the sector, increasing opportunities and mobility for our colleagues across a range of investigative roles.

This qualification offers a comprehensive learning framework that covers the breadth of competencies required to work within fraud investigation, yet we work in collaboration with employers to ensure that the specifics of the programme are tailored to the sector and specific organisational requirements for those on programme.

As well as teaching to the core fraud investigation framework we bring our experience in the delivery of similar level 4 qualifications and to develop additional practical and soft skills in line with the knowledge requirements of this framework. Giving exposure to activities such as interviewing victims, witness and suspects, familiarity within real courtroom environments, but also the development of an investigative mindset, effective communication, influencing and analytical skills to help to build confident and well-rounded investigators that add significant value to investigation teams and employers.

What will this qualification give me?

An understanding of the breadth of knowledge and applied skills relevant to fraud investigation
Assessment and assurance through feedback and coaching to develop personal confidence and professionalism as a fraud investigator
The framework and confidence to develop a mindset of continuous personal development and self-improvement in Fraud Investigation
A formally regulated qualification to act as proof of professional capability and competence

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Fraud Investigation covers the key components of an investigation. Key is understanding current legislation, gathering suitable evidence, information and intelligence, being able plan and effectively interview victims, witnesses and possible perpetrators, whilst ensuring full compliance with PACE 1984 and CPIA 1996. All these areas are fundamental when working in fraud investigations.

The programme focuses on the following areas:

The evolution and scale of Fraud across sectors
Impact of Fraud on individuals, organisations, and society
How motivational theories can be used detect and prevent Fraud
Fraud and financial crime types and key enablers
Money Laundering Motivational theories for committing Fraud
The role of company structures in the facilitation of fraud and money laundering
Disclosure in Civil and Criminal investigations
Civil and Criminal Legislation, Regulations and case law relating to Fraud Investigation
Fraud Indicators
The Role of the Fraud Investigator
The Investigative mindset
Fair and Ethical Investigations
Internal Fraud Investigation
Intelligence Gathering
Principles of Fraud Investigation
Working with Partner Organisations in Fraud Investigations
Undertaking witness and suspect interviews in Fraud Investigations (PEACE Model)
Fraud Investigation Planning and Process
Fraud Investigation Reporting and Closure
Court attendance and delivery of evidence

The programme is available for classroom delivery on one of our sites or at client site yet also available via virtual classroom. Assignments issued between sessions are completed using our in house e-learning platform and an assessor will be allocated to provide guidance for the duration of the programme.

Time Frame: Nine mandatory days of training over 5/6 months

Mandatory Sessions:

Day 1 – Understanding Fraud and Fraudsters

Day 2 – Role of the Fraud Investigator

Day 3 – Understanding Fraud Legislation

Day 4 – Principles of Fraud Investigation

Day 5 – Information and Intelligence Requirements Planning and Gathering

Day 6/7 – Principles of Interviewing (theory, planning, interviewing offenders, witnesses, victims)

Day 8 – Planning and Process

Day 9 – Reporting and Closure

Additional Elective Training:

Internet Research and Investigation
Understanding Disclosure (detailed disclosure specific programme)
Structured analytical techniques
Recognition of cognitive bias

Upcoming Trainings

Join our public courses in our Republic of the Philippines facilities. Private class trainings will be organized at the location of your preference, according to your schedule.

Classroom / Virtual Classroom

07 August 2024