Cyber Fraud Investigations
For Non-Technical Professionals
When fraud moves into digital systems, the people who make or break the investigation usually aren't the forensic technicians — they're the auditors, accountants, and fraud examiners who notice the problem and decide what to do first. This practical course shows you how to recognize and preserve digital evidence, run a structured investigation, work with specialists, and report in a way that holds up — no technical background required.
Designed to qualify for CFE continuing professional education in fraud-related subject matter under ACFE's CPE requirements; final acceptance is subject to ACFE requirements and the participant's reporting obligations. Also built to align with NASBA/AICPA CPE Standards — CPA CPE credit issued after sponsor approval.
By the end, you'll be able to —
Describe the non-technical professional's role and its boundaries in a cyber fraud investigation.
Identify common types of digital evidence and the basic principles for preserving it.
Apply a structured investigation process from initial report through resolution.
Evaluate when and how to engage technical specialists and external resources.
Conduct documentation, interviewing, and reporting that withstands scrutiny.
- 01Your Role: Cyber Fraud Investigation Without Being a Technical Expert
- 02The Digital Evidence You'll Encounter, and How Not to Ruin It
- 03The Investigation Process: From Tip to Resolution
- 04Working With Specialists & Following the Data
- 05Interviewing, Documentation & Reporting
Includes a downloadable Field Guide you can keep at your desk: a full worked sample case, an evidence-preservation checklist, interview question starters, an investigation-report template, escalation triggers, and a glossary.
Certified Fraud Examiners, CPAs and auditors, internal auditors, compliance and risk professionals, controllers, and managers who may need to recognize, preserve, or support a cyber fraud investigation — without being a forensic specialist. Basic level — no prerequisites.
Refund & cancellation
A full refund is available if you have not yet completed the final assessment and request it within 30 days of purchase. Once the final assessment is submitted and CPE credit is issued, the program is considered delivered and is non-refundable. Contact gloria@gmgconsult.com.
Complaints & questions
For administrative concerns, including complaints, refunds, or program questions, contact GMG Consulting LLC at gloria@gmgconsult.com. Complaints are acknowledged within 5 business days.
Earn 1.0 CPE — investigate cyber fraud with confidence.
Self-paced, example-driven, with a downloadable field guide. Designed to qualify for CFE fraud-related CPE.