ACCT 614 - Forensic Accounting

This course provides students with both practice and theory-based knowledge in fraud detection and fraud investigation techniques, valuation of closely - held businesses, and various types of litigation support services. Students will discover how and why fraud occurs in organizations, develop skills to detect fraud and be able to identify and classify the various types of fraud. Fundamental legal concepts governing expert witness testimony are also examined. The course relies less on lectures and focuses more on active learning through case analysis, discussion, problem-solving, and an understanding of ethical dilemmas and professional responsibility.

Concentrations - Finance

Credits: 3