Surgent's Why Do They Do It? The Psychology of Fraud
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2Credits
Accounting and Auditing
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$119.00 Regular Price
Product Code: SU24-FC03-SSWC
Level: Basic
Vendor: Surgent
Field of Study: Auditing
Overview:
This course will discuss the psychology behind white-collar crime. It will conclude with a conversation with Abby Ellin, author of Duped. This is the third of five 2-hour courses in Surgent's Fraud Certificate Program. This program includes a combination of lectures, animated videos, and live interviews with white-collar offenders and whistle-blowers. Each course is designed to be engaging and informative and will enhance your understanding of fraud.Objectives:
- Recognize the reasons why fraud is committed by understanding a variety of psychological theories behind it
Major Topics:
- The fraud triangle
- The truth default theory
- The concept of cognitive dissonance
- Confirmation bias
- Availability
Designed For:
Professionals who want to understand the psychological background of acts of fraudPrerequisite:
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