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Introduction

The Fraud Investigators Course training course provides a comprehensive foundation for both new and experienced investigators seeking to strengthen their understanding of fraud detection and investigation procedures. Participants will explore essential investigative practices, including fraud reporting, current legislation, and the protocols needed to handle evidence effectively.

This course emphasizes practical application, offering guidance on case management, evidence recovery, and witness and suspect interviews. Through structured exercises and real-life case studies, participants gain hands-on experience that enhances their investigative skills and equips them to manage fraud investigations confidently. With a focus on up-to-date legal requirements and best practices, this training course ensures participants can respond efficiently and professionally to fraud challenges in their respective industries.

What are the Goals?

By completing the Fraud Investigators Course, participants will gain the ability to manage investigations with confidence and efficiency.

  • Understand the nature of fraud and identify fraudsters effectively
  • Recognize relevant legislation and compliance requirements for fraud investigations
  • Identify specialist agencies to support complex fraud cases
  • Apply and maximize existing investigative skills in various fraud scenarios
  • Safely secure, package, and label evidence to maintain continuity for court purposes
  • Prepare accurate and structured statements to support investigations
  • Conduct interviews with witnesses and suspects following best practices
  • Develop clear case management and documentation strategies to strengthen investigations

Who is this Training Course for?

This Fraud Investigators Course training course is designed for professionals involved in fraud detection and investigation across multiple sectors. It is ideal for individuals who frequently liaise with law enforcement or wish to enhance their practical investigative capabilities.

  • Employees in banks and financial institutions handling fraud cases
  • Staff from public enforcement bodies and government agencies
  • Insurance professionals responsible for claims investigations
  • Professionals in Oil, Gas, Power, Electricity, and Utilities sectors
  • Medical and pharmaceutical industry staff involved in compliance and fraud detection
  • Academic institutions, including schools and universities, seeking awareness of investigative procedures
  • Logistics and petrochemical professionals with exposure to financial fraud risks

How will this Training Course be Presented?

The Fraud Investigators Course employs a highly interactive and practical learning approach to ensure participants gain real-world investigative expertise. Through daily knowledge checks, case studies, and hands-on exercises, attendees develop confidence in handling all stages of fraud investigations.

Participants will practice recovering and managing evidence, preparing case files, and applying the PEACE model for effective witness and suspect interviews. The training also includes simulated investigations, structured debriefs, and practical exercises that reinforce legislation compliance, fraud management strategies, and communication skills. This blended learning methodology ensures participants leave the course equipped with actionable investigative skills applicable in any professional environment where fraud occurs.

Course Content

Day 1

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 different types and classifications of Fraud
  • To be able to explain the impact of Fraud on local and national communities
Day 2

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 prioritise 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 3

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 suspect management in fraud investigations
  • To understand the need for fraud policy files (Decision logs)
  • Fraud management
  • Evidence recovery
Day 4

Day Four: Witness and Suspect Interviews

  • Use and understand the PEACE model for interviewing Witnesses and suspects
  • Plan and preparing for an interview
  • How to combat problems in interviews
  • Blocks to communication
  • Principles of Interviews
  • Communication skills
Day 5

Combating Fraud. So, What Do We Do Now?

  • Do’s and don'ts within investigations
  • Victim management
  • Structured statement writing
  • Occupational fraud
  • Spotting the warning signs
  • How to prevent fraud?

The Certificate

Recognition
  • Anderson Certificate of Completion for delegates who attend and complete the training course
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