ACC 418 - Principles of Fraud Examination

This course examines the subject of fraud from both management and accounting perspectives. Utilizing a variety of techniques including text, lecture, case studies, guest speakers, and occasional videos, the course seeks to familiarize students with the conditions that facilitate fraud; the profile of the fraud perpetrator; common types of fraud; and methods of prevention, detection, and resolution. Numerous historical cases of fraud are examined. Students are brought to appreciate the prevalence of fraud in current society as well as the almost innumerable ways in which it can be committed. Students entering the business world are provided a perspective for understanding. Non School of Business students please see enrollment policy for eligibility.

Prerequisite(s): ACC 110 (C- or higher), junior standing.
Co-requisite(s):
Credits: 3

Course Typically Offered: Limited
Course Type: Accounting