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Many small to medium-sized companies need to adequately address fraud-related risks that arise because these organizations need more resources to mitigate this risk, or those in top-level management underestimate the scope of the issue. Regardless of size, all organizations must be aware of the risks associated with intentional fraud and know that a significant and effective fraud scheme could present going concern issues for some entities. Delve into the reasons that fraud takes place. Discuss the types of defalcations often executed against smaller entities and then explore measures organizations can implement to help stop fraud activities and add security.

Objectives

• Identify reasons that employees and others that are internal to an organization choose to undertake fraudulent acts
• Recall the factors that make smaller organizations attractive to those considering fraud

• Recognize specific internal control measures that can help to reduce fraud activities executed against smaller and medium sized companies

Major Topics

• The reasons for fraud
• Fraudulent acts that are initiated against smaller organizations
• Methods to stop fraud attempts against small businesses

Designed For

Accounting and other business professionals with a need to understand small business fraud.
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