Certified Fraud Examiner
Can CFE Ethics Safeguard Trust in the Banking Sector?
ACFE (Association of Certified Fraud Examiners) ACFE (Association of Certified Fraud Examiners), the world’s leading anti-fraud organization, offers a CFE certification degree that provides professionals with skills, knowledge, and best practices for combating fraudulent activity. The CFE accreditation is a worldwide recognized, respected, and approved professional excellence level that demonstrates verifiable anti-fraud expertise as well […]
What is the basic qualification required for applying CFE certification and from where I should do it?
Earning the Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) certification is a valuable step towards a successful career in fraud investigation-related disciplines. To be eligible for and successfully pass the Certified Fraud Examiner exam and achieve certification, a professional must conform to the basic ACFE standards and meet the standard eligibility criterion. Here is the basic qualification required […]
How do Certified Fraud Examiners (CFEs) contribute to fraud prevention in the financial sector?
A certified fraud examiner is a white-collar professional who has completed fraud identification, investigation, and mitigation training by ACFE (Association of Certified Fraud Examiners). CFEs work both independently and for a variety of employers, including the banking, investment sector, forensic investigation etc. Certified fraud examiners in the banking domain setting routinely investigate their employer’s accounts […]
How can aspiring professionals pursue a career as a Certified Fraud Examiner in the banking sector, and what steps should they take?
Certified Fraud Examiners are professionals who use their specialised knowledge in fields such as financial forensics, anti-fraud compliance, and fraud risk management to investigate and prevent fraud. CFEs perform forensic audits, evaluate internal controls, identify and look into financial abnormalities and fraud schemes, and recommend corrective action. They might also counsel businesses on fraud detection […]
What specific challenges do CFEs face when dealing with fraud in the banking sector, and how do they overcome them?
For certified fraud examiners, the barrier to detecting and preventing financial fraud is the requirement to strike a balance between security and a seamless client experience. This accounts for the specific challenges when dealing with fraud in the banking sector including- 1. Complex techniques of fraud: Fraudsters are skilled at creating new ways to circumvent […]
What is the importance of CFE in Banking industry?
According to a report by RBI, the banking sector witnessed a spike in fraud cases which totalled up to 14,483 incidents in 2023. This amounted to Rs 2642 crores in the first half of the year and 5396 in the second half, marking the increasing need to protect the banking system from the risks of […]
What are the certification courses related to fraud control and risk management in banks and NBFCs?
Certified fraud examiner is an internationally recognised certification program offered by ACFE, that addresses fraud detection, prevention and management in both banking and non-bank institutions. A profile of a CFE is focused on fraud prevention, detection and deterrence on a global platform. Hence, the CFE course becomes highly beneficial and relevant for professionals for those […]
What is the scope of a CFE course for an Indian CA?
Combining the expertise of a Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) with the qualification of an Indian Chartered Accountant (CA) can be a powerful combination, expanding the professional’s capabilities and enhancing their career prospects. Here’s a look at the scope and benefits of pursuing a CFE course for an Indian CA: Fraud Detection and Prevention: CFE course […]
Does the Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) course being provided by ACFE have any value in the international market (say in Canada and UAE)?
An ACFE report highlighted that organisations are estimated to lose 5% of revenue to fraud each year causing total losses of more than $3.6 billion. These staggering statistics raise the importance of having certified fraud examiners deployed in both small and large-scale organisations to identify and mitigate fraudulent activities. Understanding the Importance of CFE Course […]
How can I start a career and become a CFE (certified fraud examiner)?
Become a Certified Fraud Examiner The Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE) is one of the best anti-fraud organisations that grant fraud investigator certifications to professionals. To start a career and become a certified fraud examiner in India, a professional must complete the following requirements as laid down by ACFE: 1. Become a member of […]
