Author: |
Kelen Camehl, CPA, MBA |
Course Length: |
Pages: 16 ||| Word Count: 6183 ||| Review Questions: 5 ||| Final Exam Questions: 5 |
CPE Credits: |
1.0 |
IRS Credits: |
0 |
Price: |
$12.95 |
Passing Score: |
70% |
Course Type: |
Text |
Technical Designation: |
Technical |
Field Of Study: |
Accounting |
Approved Audience: |
NASBA QAS - NASBA Registry |
Key Takeaways: |
This course offers a comprehensive overview of forensic accounting, covering the standards, qualifications, and a practical five step process for successful engagements.
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Frequently Asked Questions: |
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Description: |
This course offers a comprehensive overview of forensic accounting, covering the standards guiding these professionals, the essential qualifications, and the experience necessary for success in this field. Additionally, this course also outlines a basic five-step process designed to facilitate thorough and meticulously documented engagements, supplemented with examples of the techniques employed by forensic accountants. |
Usage Rank: |
71923 |
Release: |
2024 |
Version: |
1.0 |
Prerequisites: |
None. |
Experience Level: |
Overview |
Additional Contents: |
Complete, no additional material needed. |
Additional Links: |
Internal: Auditing Fraud / Investigating Techniques course
Internal: Financial Statement Fraud Cases, Auditor Deception course
External: AICPA Statement on Standards for Forensic Services
External: What standards does a Forensic Accountant need to follow? (SPIFA / SSFS)
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Advance Preparation: |
None. |
Delivery Method: |
QAS Self Study |
Intended Participants: |
Anyone needing Continuing Professional Education (CPE). |
Revision Date: |
04-Jun-2026 |
NASBA Course Declaration: |
Participants must complete the final examination within one year of purchase and with a minimum passing grade of 70% or better to receive CPE credit unless otherwise noted on the Course History page (i.e. California Ethics must score 90% or better). After logging in click on the Course History links on your My Courses page for the Begin date and Expire date for the Final Exam. |
Keywords: |
Forensic Accounting - 5 Steps to Successful Performance - CPE course for CPAs |
Learning Objectives: |
Course Learning Objectives Upon completion of this course, you will be able to:
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Course Contents: |
Chapter 1 - Forensic Accounting - 5 Steps to Successful Performance Course Learning Objectives Course Overview What is Forensic Accounting? Objectives of Forensic Accounting What Makes a Good Forensic Accountant What Standards Do Forensic Accountants Follow Overview of the Five-Step Process Step 1 – Engagement Planning Step 2 – Evidence Gathering Review Questions Step 3 – Analysis & Examination Step 4 – Reporting & Documentation Step 5 – Litigation Support & Follow-Up Conclusion Review Questions Glossary of Key Terms |