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Forensic Accounting: from Evidence Gathering to Cross Examination

 

Accounting & Auditing

(5 credits) $65.95

 

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CPAs in today’s business environment are called upon to apply their professional skills in the legal arena more and more frequently. This course will familiarize you with judicial terminology and procedures. There will be an overview of the concepts relating to evidence as applicable to forensic accounting.

We will examine the differences between civil procedures, criminal proceedings, administrative proceedings and alternative dispute resolution.

Your professional and ethical responsibilities as well as the admissibility of expert opinions will be presented. The course will include gaining an understanding of the professional liability specific to the forensic accountant.

Our coverage will delve into the realm of forensic data recovery of evidence along with investigation and interviewing techniques. We will take a look into the world of fraud as it concerns forensic accounting and the role of the forensic accountant as it relates to valuations. Very importantly, this course will provide the techniques to prepare you for testifying at trial. We will lead you through preparing your counsel and how to be an effective witness during direct as well as cross examination testimony.

 

Major Subjects:

bullet Forensic Accounting Defined and Services Offered by Forensic Accountants
bullet Terminology
bullet The Engagement
bullet The Investigation and Evidence Gathering
bullet The Report
bullet The Deposition
bullet Expert Testimony
bullet Professional and Ethical Responsibilities
bullet Professional Organizations and Professional Certifications

 

Contributing Author:

Stephen N. Getzoff, CPA, CFE, DABFA, CHS-III

Adrian Stern, CPA, Cr. FA

Course Level: Intermediate/Overview
Prerequisite: None
ProductCode: 06FAEG
Format: NASBA QAS/Registry self-study

 

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