You're now visiting the official Saudi
website of GLOMACS International

Fraud Prevention, Detection and Investigation

An Interactive 5-Day Training Course

Fraud Prevention, Detection and Investigation

The Invisible Enemy

NASBA
Classroom Schedule
Date Venue Fees
04 - 08 May 2026 Dubai $ 5,950
13 - 17 Jul 2026 London $ 5,950
28 Sep - 02 Oct 2026 Dubai $ 5,950
02 - 06 Nov 2026 London $ 5,950
21 - 25 Dec 2026 London $ 5,950
01 - 05 Feb 2027 London $ 5,950
Online Schedule
Date Venue Fees
21 - 25 Dec 2026 Online $ 3,950
18 - 22 Jan 2027 Online $ 3,950

Course Summary

Fraud remains one of the most significant threats to organisations worldwide, with global losses estimated at trillions of dollars annually. The Fraud Prevention, Detection and Investigation training course equips professionals with the knowledge, strategies, and practical frameworks required to identify fraud risks, implement preventative controls, and respond effectively when fraud is suspected. Participants gain a structured understanding of fraud risk management, corruption indicators, procurement vulnerabilities, identity fraud, and IT-related risks, ensuring their organisations are better protected from financial loss, reputational damage, and regulatory consequences.

Through a comprehensive exploration of fraud mitigation, detection tools, investigation techniques, and legal considerations, this Fraud Prevention, Detection and Investigation training course enables delegates to develop a proactive and resilient anti-fraud strategy. The course addresses modern detection approaches including data analysis, risk scoring, fraud indicators, whistleblowing systems, and structured investigation planning, ensuring participants can confidently manage fraud-related challenges and strengthen governance frameworks within their organisations.

Skills & Competencies

From this Fraud Prevention, Detection and Investigation training course, participants will develop below key skills and competencies:

  • Fraud risk assessment and evaluation
  • Anti-fraud policy development
  • Fraud detection and data analysis
  • Investigative interviewing techniques
  • Legal compliance awareness
  • Corruption and procurement risk control

Key Learning Outcomes

At the end of Fraud Prevention, Detection and Investigation training course, you will learn to:

  • Evaluate and challenge management’s fraud risks.
  • Understand behavioural patterns and fraudster psychology.
  • Apply effective fraud prevention and mitigation techniques.
  • Implement structured fraud detection and investigation processes.
  • Use data-driven tools to identify fraud indicators and red flags.

How You Will Learn

Participants will engage in structured discussions, guided analysis of fraud scenarios, and practical exercises focused on prevention, detection, and investigation processes. The learning experience emphasises applying fraud risk frameworks, evaluating control weaknesses, interpreting fraud indicators, and developing actionable anti-fraud strategies that can be implemented immediately within the workplace.

Who should Attend?

This training course provides practical tools to strengthen fraud prevention, detection, and investigative capability. It supports professionals responsible for governance, compliance, audit, and risk management functions.

This Fraud Prevention, Detection and Investigation training course is suitable to a wide range of professionals but will greatly benefit:

  • Newly appointed fraud specialists
  • Internal and external auditors
  • Risk and compliance managers
  • Members of fraud investigation teams
  • Managers responsible for fraud prevention controls
Course Outline
Day 1

Fraud Risks

This day examines the nature, scale, and impact of fraud, including fraud statistics, fraudster profiles, and risk management principles. Participants explore fraud risk matrices, IT fraud risks, corruption indicators, and preventative control design. The topics covered will include:  

  • Background
    • Fraud Explained: Definitions
    • Fraud Statistics
    • Why is fraud such a serious issue?
    • ACFE Fraud Survey Results
    • The Cost of Fraud
    • Who commits fraud?
    • Profile of a Fraudster
    • Trends and Statistics regarding Detected Fraud
      • Why fraud is probably being perpetrated now in your organisation?
  • Evaluating the Fraud Risks
    • E & Y 13th Global Fraud Risk Survey Results
    • Fraud Risk Management Process
    • Managing the Business Risk of Fraud (IIA, CPA, CFE Paper )
    • 6 Principles (from the paper )
    • Fraud Risk Management Programme should be in Place
    • Fraud Risk Exposure should be Assessed
    • Prevention Techniques to Avoid Potential Fraud Risk Events
    • Detection Techniques should be Established
    • A Reporting Process should be in Place
    • A Coordinated Approach to Investigation and Corrective Action
    • Building a Picture of the Major Fraud Risks
    • Supplier and Outsourcing Fraud
    • Fraud Risk Matrix
    • Fraud Scenarios
    • Fraud Risk Register Example
    • Fraud Risk Questionnaire
    • Generic Risk Factors
    • Specific Risk
    • Design of Controls to Prevent Fraud
    • Physical and Logical Access
    • Job Descriptions
    • Accounting Reconciliations
    • Supervision  
  • The IT Fraud Risks
    • Computer Fraud Paper
    • Computer Fraud Prevention
    • E-Commerce – The key fraud risks and steps to take to mitigate them
    • Internet and Intranet – The fraud risks
    • Preventing Internet Fraud Paper
    • IT Security – How to evaluate effectiveness and influence change?
    • Adoption and Enforcement of Information Security Standards
    • Segregation of Duties - The Dangers and the Practical Solutions
    • How to detect IT fraud?
  • Identity Fraud
    • Identity Fraud – The Fastest Growing Fraud Risk
    • Identity Fraud – Fraud Advisory Panel Paper
    • Identity Fraud Examples
    • How to protect your business?
  • The Risk of Corruption
    • Corruption Causes
    • Corruption Indicators
    • Fraud Red Flags
    • Procurement Fraud Risks
    • The Issues to Look For
    • Bid Rigging – The issues to look for
Day 2

Developing a Fraud Prevention Process

This day focuses on fraud mitigation strategies, fraud indicators, anti-fraud policies, and the development of structured fraud prevention programmes. Participants examine procurement risks, fraud awareness, and regulatory responsibilities. The topics covered will include:  

  • Fraud Mitigation
    • How to evaluate fraud risk mitigation?
    • Why controls may not protect you?
    • Putting Yourself in the Mind of the Fraudster
    • Examination of Typical Controls in Place to Mitigate the Risks
    • Risk Exposures
    • Identifying the Vulnerable Areas
  • Procurement Fraud
    • Tendering and Bidding
    • Common Indicators
    • Supplier and Outsourcing Fraud
    • Procurement and Inventory Fraud Risks
    • A Procurement Fraud Checklist will be Provided
  • Fraud Indicators
    • The Top 30 Fraud Indicators
    • How to spot the danger signals?
    • Fraud Indicators – Fraud Advisory Panel Paper
    • Developing a Toolkit for Identifying Possible Frauds
    • An Auditor’s Fraud Toolkit will be Provided
  • Implementing a Best Practice Fraud Prevention Process
    • CIMA Fraud Risk Management Guidance
    • Introducing Effective Anti-fraud Policies
    • Creating a Fraud Consciousness Loop
    • Development of a Fraud Awareness Training Programme
    • Communicating Standards of Expected Behaviour /Ethics
    • The Need for Strong and Consistent Action When Fraud is Suspected
    • Electronic Data and Asset Protection
    • Fraud Response Plans Paper
    • Anti Money Laundering – issues and requirements
    • Money Laundering Paper in the Pack
    • The Relationship between Fraud, Risk and Control
    • The Roles, Responsibilities and Liabilities of Auditors, Management, Specialists and Others
Day 3

The Link between Fraud Prevention and Detection

This day examines the balance between prevention and detection, whistleblowing systems, fraud contingency planning, and computer-assisted audit techniques. Participants explore investigative priorities and assurance responsibilities. The topics covered will include:  

  • Aiming for a Cost-effective Balance between Prevention and Detection
    • Use of Management Check-lists
    • The Need to be Able to Think like a Fraudster – To be able to prevent it
    • Company Policy on Consequences of Committing Fraud
    • Facilitation of Whistle Blowing
    • Whistle Blowing Policy
    • Pros and Cons of External Hot-lines
    • Use of Specialists to Aid Detection and Investigation
    • Preparing and Implementing Fraud Contingency Plans
    • How to ensure fraud investigation is always given top priority?
    • Use of Successful Fraud Investigation as a Moral Deterrent
    • Managing the External Coverage of Proven Fraud
  • The Assurance Role regarding Fraud
    • ECIIA Paper
    • Prevention and Investigation
    • Should Detection be an IA role?
    • The IIA States currently Detection is not an IA role
    • What should IA do to aid detection?
  • Use of Computer Assisted Audit Techniques (CAAT’s)
    • ACL as a Fraud Investigation Tool
    • ACL Fraud e- book
    • Examples of How to use CAAT’s in Fraud Investigation will be Shared
    • Benford’s Law
    • Benford’s and CAAT’s Paper
Day 4

Fraud Detection and Legal Issues

This day focuses on data mining, automated fraud detection, legal implications, evidence management, and regulatory considerations. Participants review legal privilege, asset recovery, and disciplinary processes. The topics covered will include:  

  • Data Mining as a Fraud Detection Tool
    • Fraud Detection Basics Paper
    • Fraud Profiling – How to target the right systems?
    • GTAG 13 Fraud Prevention and Detection in the Automated World
    • Data Mining Paper
    • Risk Scoring
    • Fraud Risk Prioritisation
    • How to get the information you need?
    • The Use of Internal Databases
    • Demonstration of External Databases
    • Data Validation
    • Automated Fraud Detection
    • How to put the techniques into use in your organisation?
    • Audit Software – The tools available
    • Practical Uses of Data Mining and the Results Achievable
  • The Legal Aspects
    • The Need to Stay within the Law
    • The Legal Implications
    • When to bring the lawyers in?
    • How to protect your work from disclosure? – legal privilege
    • How to ensure that evidence is admissible?
    • Search and Seizure Orders
    • Civil vs. Criminal Action
    • Bribery Act and the Implications for GCC Businesses
    • Gifts and Hospitality Guidance
    • How to recover stolen assets? – Making sure the criminal does not profit
    • How to handle disciplinary proceedings?
    • Employers and Employees Rights
  • What to do when you suspect fraud?
    • How to react when fraud is suspected?
    • How to decide who needs to be told?
Day 5

Fraud Investigation

This day provides a structured framework for planning, managing, and conducting fraud investigations, including interviewing techniques and communication strategies. Participants explore forensic evidence handling and stakeholder communication. The topics covered will include:  

  • Managing the Investigation
    • The Need for thorough Planning
    • Determining the Objectives of the Investigation
    • Who should be involved? – What skills do you need?
    • How to keep the investigation low-profile?
    • Conducting Fraud Investigations Guidance
    • Research – What information can lawfully be obtained?
    • What information is available and can be used?
    • Forensic Evidence and How to obtain it
    • Collating Information and Maintaining the Chain of Evidence
    • Knowing When to Suspend or Dismiss Employees
    • Fraud Investigation Report Template will be Provided
  • Interviewing Suspects and Witnesses
    • Setting the Scene – choice of venue, etc.
    • Do you know your legal authority for conducting interviews?
    • Can you use deception in interviews?
    • How do you avoid breaching the employees’ rights under law?
    • 47 Tips for Fraud Interviews
    • Planning the Interview – do’s and don’ts
    • Fraud Interview – The 10 Steps
    • How to keep in control?
    • How to tell if someone is lying?
  • Communicating the Results
    • When and how to inform top management?
    • When to inform regulators / the police / etc?
    • Managing External Coverage
    • Dealing with the Media / Stakeholders
    • The Use of Successful Fraud Investigation as a Moral Deterrent
    • Rebuilding Damaged Relationships
Certificates
  • On successful completion of this training course, GLOMACS Certificate will be awarded to the delegates.
  • Continuing Professional Education credits (CPE): In accordance with the standards of the National Registry of CPE Sponsors, one CPE credit is granted per 50 minutes of attendance.
Providers and Associations

Endorsed Education Provider

NASBA

In Association With

Options & Brochure
Related Categories
Fraud & Financial Audit
Related Certificates
NASBA

Customisation & In-House Delivery

Delivering this in-house training course enables organisations to align fraud prevention strategies with internal risk exposure, regulatory requirements, and operational realities. Customisation ensures fraud scenarios, control environments, and investigation frameworks reflect sector-specific risks, strengthening organisational resilience and governance effectiveness.

Why Choose Saudi GLOMACS?

Saudi GLOMACS is the official Saudi Arabian division of GLOMACS International (glomacs.com), delivering internationally recognised training courses both within Saudi Arabia and across international locations. Our training courses are aligned with the highest professional and institutional standards, supported by a strong understanding of the professional landscape in Saudi Arabia and access to global expertise.

Saudi GLOMACS enables professionals and organisations to strengthen leadership, capability, and long-term excellence through consistently high-quality learning experiences.

Official Saudi Presence

Official Saudi Arabian division of GLOMACS with established global credibility.

International Benchmarks

Internationally benchmarked training courses aligned with professional best practices.

Trusted Across Sectors

Trusted by professionals and institutions across public and private sectors.

Flexible Delivery

Training courses delivered within Saudi Arabia and across international locations.

Additional Benefits of this course for Organisations and Professionals in Saudi Arabia

Organisations & Professionals in KSA will have the following additional benefits from this Fraud Prevention, Detection and Investigation training course:

  • Stronger anti-fraud governance frameworks
  • Reduced corruption and procurement risks
  • Enhanced internal audit effectiveness
  • Improved regulatory compliance readiness
  • Greater protection of organisational reputation
  • Structured fraud response capability
Related Courses
Frequently Asked Question

No. Saudi GLOMACS delivers courses in Saudi Arabia and internationally, including delivery across Europe and Asia. This allows organisations and professionals to access training both locally and abroad.

No. While governance and leadership are part of the portfolio, Saudi GLOMACS delivers training across the entire business and professional lifecycle, including administrative, technical, legal, regulatory, and sector-specific training.

No. Our training courses are delivered globally through international locations and online platforms, enabling participants from Saudi Arabia and around the world to learn together. This global delivery approach ensures exposure to diverse perspectives, international best practices, and cross-cultural insights while maintaining strong relevance to regional and organisational needs.

View All Training Locations

Yes. Saudi GLOMACS designs and delivers bespoke in-house training tailored to organisational objectives, sector requirements, and workforce needs. Training can be delivered in Saudi Arabia or internationally, depending on requirements.

Yes, in-house and customised strategy training courses are available to support organisations seeking tailored strategic capability development. These courses can be aligned with your industry context, organisational challenges, and long-term strategic objectives.

For further details or to discuss customisation requirements, you may call or WhatsApp +966 (54) 286 8546 or email [email protected] . You can also submit a detailed enquiry through our in-house training page at: https://sa.glomacs.com/in-house-seminars

If you would like further information about these training courses, our team is available to provide professional guidance and support. We are pleased to assist with course selection, the registration process, and any other related enquiries.

For personalised assistance or detailed enquiries, please contact our team on +966 (54) 286 8546 or email us at [email protected]

Courses delivered in Saudi Arabia are adapted to reflect local regulatory frameworks, organisational structures, sector conditions, and professional expectations. This ensures training is relevant, practical, and aligned with Saudi workplace realities.

GLOMACS has been delivering professional training for over thirty years, with courses delivered across Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and other international markets.

Saudi GLOMACS combines three decades of global training experience with a clear focus on Saudi market relevance. This allows it to deliver training that is both internationally credible and locally applicable, across a broader range of disciplines than niche or single-focus providers.

Saudi GLOMACS is a Saudi-based professional training provider delivering courses tailored to the Saudi market and applicable internationally. It operates within the global GLOMACS framework and draws on more than three decades of international training experience.

Saudi GLOMACS offers professional training across a wide range of disciplines, including administration, leadership and management, governance and regulation, law, oil and gas, energy, engineering, finance, digital technologies, and sector-specific specialisations.

Training supports professionals across all career stages, from operational roles to specialist and senior responsibilities.

Participants include professionals from public sector, semi-government, and private sector organisations, across a wide range of roles and industries. Attendees range from administrative and operational professionals to technical specialists, managers, and senior decision-makers.

Related Categories & Certificates