Fraud Examination & Forensic Accounting (FEA)

This Seneca program has been validated by the Credential Validation Service as an Ontario College Credential as required by the Ministry of Colleges and Universities.

As a graduate, you will be prepared to reliably demonstrate the ability to:

• Gather and analyze evidence including documents, oral statements, computer records etc.
• Demonstrate effective interview techniques
• Use principles of accounting and understand related accounting systems such as general ledgers, expense accounts etc. to examine records and detect fraudulent activity
• Analyze financial statements and related disclosures (footnotes to statements)
• Understand internal controls
• Effectively present findings in both a written form and orally, in meetings and in a court setting
• Use and interpret legal concepts
• Identify indicators of fraud and recognize the factors that increase the likelihood for fraud/criminal activity
• Be aware of emerging schemes and trends in the field of forensic accounting