About Program

The growing financial crimes and frauds in organizations has increased the demand for certified finance professionals with the added knowledge of investigative techniques will be able to determine whether an activity is illegal or not. This course aims to develop such investigative skills that are required to expose business frauds, measure subsequent damage, and provide litigation support within the accounting and auditing framework.

As per a recent report, over 50% of Indian firms experienced economic crime in the last 2 years* which has increased the demand for certified professionals with skills in forensic accounting & fraud investigation. This course aims to develop such investigative skills that are required to expose business fraud, measure subsequent damage, and provide litigation support within the accounting and auditing framework.

  • Use this knowledge for detecting & investigating fraud
  • Learn various types of fraud
  • Analyze different types of tools used in fraud detection
  • Understand the Indian legal framework
  • Learn the scope of forensic audit from a global perspective
  • Understand early warning fraud signals

* Source: PwC’s Global Economic Crime and Fraud Survey 2022.

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Program Certificates

Forensic Accounting and Fraud Investigation Certificate

Forensic Accounting and Fraud Investigation

issued by NSE Academy and Grant Thornton

Advanced Excel Boot Camp

Advanced Excel Boot Camp

issued by NSE Academy and Grant Thornton

Program Highlights

This program offers several benefits to those who are pursuing career opportunities in this field. Organizations are investing in people & technology as they become vulnerable to fraudulent activities and a variety of frauds.

  • Learn from Grant Thornton practitioners of Forensic and Investigation Services.

  • Become an industry-ready professional by learning from real-life case studies, digital tools, and applications

  • Program tailored for working professionals and students. No need to take a career break and learn in comfortable weekend batches.
  • Learn how important it is for an organization to take the services of a forensic practitioner to avoid fraud

  • Experience a systematic learning journey covering fundamental to advanced concepts seamlessly

  • Gain a global outlook with the knowledge of international laws and frameworks against fraud facilitated by an industry-relevant curriculum.
  • Access to Course material and session recordings on the NSE Knowledge Hub Platform for a period of two years
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Pillars of Forensic Accounting

Litigation Support

Provide evidential support to quantify the financial damage caused to an organization.

Investigation Support

The forensic professional identifies, collects evidence, investigates, and prepares a report to build a criminal case.

Dispute Resolution

To provide a resolution within the legal framework and implement best practices to avert future incidents.


Ideal For

Finance & Accounting Professionals

Banking Professionals

NBFC Professionals

CA/ CS Professionals

Internal and External Auditors

Insurance Professionals

Founders & Entrepreneurs

CMA/ ICWAI Professionals

Independent Professionals

Candidates Pursuing CFE

Legal Consultants

Students pursuing UG/ PG in Commerce, Management & Business

Finance & Accounting Professionals

Career Opportunities

Professionals in Forensic Accounting and Fraud Investigation find job roles in the sectors & companies mapped as below

Sectors and Companies

Financial Consulting Firms

Corporate Law Firms

Government & Regulatory Bodies

Corporate Security & Risk Management

Auditing Firms and Services

Job Roles

Internal Auditor

Forensic Accountant

Financial Forensic Consultant

Anti-Money Laundering Specialist

Forensic/Fraud Analyst

Legal & Compliance Consultants


Course Structure

Foundation Course

Simplify complex spreadsheets
Streamline operational work by using advanced formulas and templates
Use advanced functions to improve productivity
Enhance spreadsheets by applying visual elements such as charts and graphics

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Course Structure

Foundation Course

Simplify complex spreadsheets
Streamline operational work by using advanced formulas and templates
Use advanced functions to improve productivity
Enhance spreadsheets by applying visual elements such as charts and graphics

Core Learning Modules

A-1 What is fraud?
A-2 What is the fraud triangle?
A-3 Understanding fraudster psychology
A-4 Different types of fraud

B-1 Forensic audit vs. forensic accounting
B-2 Audit vs. investigation
B-3 Auditor vs. investigator

C-1 What is financial statement fraud?
C-2 Why is financial statement fraud committed?
C-3 Case studies: Financial statement fraud

D-1 Financial statement fraud schemes
D-2 What red flags are associated with financial statement fraud?
D-3 Detection of fraudulent financial statement schemes
D-4 Financial statement analysis

E-1 Procurement fraud
E-2 Consumer fraud/ Cyber fraud
E-3 Payment fraud
E-4 Asset misappropriation fraud schemes
E-5 Financial institution fraud
E-6 Healthcare fraud/ Insurance fraud
E-7 Securities fraud/ Bribery and corruption

F-1 Planning and conducting a fraud examination/ analyzing document
F-2 Interview theory and application
F-3 Interviewing suspects and signed statements/ Covert examinations
F-5 Sources of information
F-6 Data analysis and reporting tools
F-7 Digital forensics/ Report writing
F-8 Tracing illicit transactions

G-1 White-collar crime/ Corporate Gov.
G-2 Fraud-related responsibilities of mgt.
G-3 Auditors’ fraud-related responsibilities
G-4 Fraud prevention programs
G-5 Fraud risk assessment

H-1 Indian laws to combat fraud
H-2 I T Act, 2000/ Companies Act, 2013
H-3 PMLA 2002/ Indian Evidence Act
H-4 Indian Penal Code/ Civil Procedure Code (only relevant concepts)

I-1 FCPA/ UK Bribery
I-2 AML and FATF Regulations
I-3 OECD
I-4 UN convention against corruption

PROGRAM OUTCOMES

Understand the mechanics of forensic accounting to avert, detect, investigate, & report financial fraud

Identify types of frauds & methods used by fraudsters to conceal their crimes

Analyze different types of tools & mechanisms involved in detecting fraud

Prepare forensic accounting reports from financial findings

Understand Indian laws and legislation for combating fraud

Understand the scope of forensic audit from a global perspective

Understand early warning signals to detect fraud timely

Practice different digital tools for data analysis & data recovery

Digital Tools & Applications

Computer Assisted Audit Techniques (CAAT) with Caseware IDEA

Learn methods of using software tools to perform audit tasks with popular CAAT software Caseware IDEA which offers a comprehensive, powerful and easy-to-use data analysis solution.

Benefits:

Gather, simplify, automate & analyze a large pool of electronic data

Find & visualize anomalies, deliver key insights & prepare reports

Save time, reduce costs, improve quality & make informed decisions

Schedule

Week 1

Foundation Course & Orientation

Week 2-8

Live Sessions on Core Modules

Digital tools & applications training included with core modules


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Program Mentors and Instructors

Nitin Talwar - Grand Thornton Bharat

Nitin Talwar - Partner (Forensic Services), Grant Thornton

He has over 19 years of professional experience in the fraud prevention/detection area, of which ~11 years have been across different professional services firms. Nitin has a bachelor's degree in Mathematics and a Master's in Computer Application. He is a Certified Fraud Examiner and has conducted training sessions on ethics, cybercrime, FCPA, and fraud prevention for MNCs, financial services providers, and regulators.


Palak Maheshwari - Associate Director, Grant Thornton

She has 10years of professional experience in conducting fraud & Misconduct Investigations, Fraud Risk Assessments, Forensic Audits, & Transaction Audits under the Indian Bankruptcy Code, Anti-bribery, and corruption. She has conducted investigations for clients in Egypt, US, Singapore, Italy, and India. She is a Chartered Accountant, Certified Fraud Examiner, and a Bachelor of Commerce graduate.

Palak Maheshwari - Grand Thornton Bharat

Palak Maheshwari - Grand Thornton Bharat

Kavita Kapoor - Industry Consultant, Grant Thornton

Kavita Kapoor is a highly qualified & experienced Chartered Accountant who specializes in IT, forensic and special audits. She has worked with reputed organizations like Ernst and Young LLP, CBI, Finance Ministry, PF Commissioners & Education Department. She is also a certified trainer and faculty of ICAI, ICSI and Grant Thornton. She has 15+ years of experience & trained 5,000+ professionals.


Anchal Agarwal - Manager, Grant Thornton

Anchal Agarwal - Manager, Grant Thornton. She has 12+ years of professional experience in Forensic Investigation and Risk Management. Her forensic experience encompasses investigating allegations of fraud and misconduct, conducting fraud risk assessments, anti-bribery & corruption reviews, and compliance reviews. She is a Chartered Accountant, Certified Fraud Examiner, Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist and a Bachelor of Commerce graduate.

Palak Maheshwari - Grand Thornton Bharat

Palak Maheshwari - Grand Thornton Bharat

Manmeet Singh Mehta - Industry Consultant, Grant Thornton

Manmeet Singh Mehta, a seasoned Professional, with 34+ years of experience has conducted 8000+ hours of training programs on Information Systems Audit, and Forensic accounting and Fraud Detection to Chartered Accountants and Systems professionals. His role as a trainer extends to various organizations such as the ICAI, CBI, NIBSCOM, Yes Bank, Bank of Baroda, Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nepal (ICAN), and others. Mr. Mehta is a Chartered Accountant and holds professional qualifications like FCA, LLB, CISA, CDPSE, CFE, and DISA(ICAI).


Fee with Flexible Payment Options

TOTAL FEE- INR 59,000/- (Inc. of 18% GST) ( Fee paid is non-refundable and non-transferable )
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About Grant Thornton Bharat

Grant Thornton Bharat (GT) is truly a global organization with 62,000+ people in more than 130 countries. No matter, how big the organization or the international challenges you face, GT has the resources to match and provide solutions. The organization has member firms in over 130 countries worldwide. It is ranked one of the top six firms in 88 markets around the world and established in all major business centers and emerging markets. The organization serves India region with 13 offices in all major cities with more than 15,000 people.

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