ACCT 4800 - Fraud and Forensic Accounting

3-0-3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Business Majors: Sophomore GPA Requirement and a grade of “C” or better in ACCT 3100; Non-business Majors: A grade of “C” or better in ACCT 3100 and permission of the Coles College of Business Corequisite: none
This course will introduce students to a variety of fraud topics, including occupational fraud and fraudulent financial reporting. In addition, the students will explore the foundations of forensic accounting, including fraud examination techniques. The course uses a mix of articles, cases, and classroom discussion.