ACPEN Signature 2025: The Risk of Fraud in State & Local Government

Overview

This comprehensive 8-hour course explores the pervasive issue of fraud in State and Local governments. Our panel of experts from inside and outside government will provide participants with the tools and knowledge necessary to identify, prevent, and respond to fraudulent activities in State and local governments.

The course begins by examining the types of fraud commonly encountered in governmental settings, including financial fraud, procurement fraud, and abuse of power. With our experienced panelists, participants will delve into real-world case studies to understand the tactics used by fraudsters and the impact on public trust, resources, and governance. Special emphasis will be placed on understanding regulatory frameworks and compliance measures designed to mitigate fraud risks.

Highlights

• Risk assessment
• Internal controls
• Forensic accounting
• Reporting mechanisms

Prerequisites

None

Designed For

This course is ideal for government employees, auditors, compliance officers, and anyone responsible for maintaining integrity in public administration.

Objectives

• Get a deeper understanding of how to safeguard public resources
• Enhance accountability
• Promote transparency in government operations

Preparation

None

Notice

This course is provided by a third-party vendor. Please note that login instructions will not be available in the ‘My Upcoming CPE’ section of the NESCPA website. Instead, the login instructions will be sent directly to you via email by ACPEN. Upon completing the course, your hours will be recorded in the ‘My CPE Tracker’ section of the NESCPA website.