Forensic Accounting Learning Outcomes
Graduates of the MSA’s Forensic Accounting Concentration will be able to:
- Demonstrate proficiency in the legal and ethical background in which fraud investigation takes place and the roles and responsibilities of various parties
- Demonstrate a clear understanding of the common methods of financial statement fraud detection techniques including quantitative and statistical evaluation.
- Show competency in fraud detection and prevention techniques as it applies to cash larceny, billing and disbursements, payroll, check alteration and tampering, and expense reporting
- Understand the legal process and the role of expert witnesses in fraud cases.
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