Task: Forensic Accounting and Fraud Examination
Case Study: And the Fraud Continues
1. Discuss the internal control weaknesses that existed at MCI that contributed to the commission of this fraud.
2. Identify and justify the approach you would take if you suspected fraudulent activity within an organization where you work.
3. Critique the ethical nature of Pavlo's actions in this case.
4. Apply one (1) theory related to crime causation to this case.
The specific course learning outcomes associated with this assignment are:
- Examine the employment opportunities, roles, and skill set for fraud examination and financial forensic specialists.
- Analyze the theories related to crime causation, the essence of crime, organizational environment conducive to crime, and ethical issues related to fraud.
- Use technology and information resources to research issues in forensic accounting.
- Write clearly and concisely about forensic accounting issues using proper writing mechanics.