THE INSTITUTE OF CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS OF KENYA
(Established under the Accountant Act, Laws of Kenya)
Current trends in Technology Aided Fraud & Challenges presented by technology in combating Fraud – Recording
Date: 9th December 2021
Venue: Webinar
OVERVIEW
Due to continuous technological advancements, nearly everything we come across is entrenched within technology. Information Technology is crucial in maintaining a competitive edge, managing risks, and achieving business objectives; and entities are allocating huge resources to technological projects. By using technology to implement fraud prevention companies can reduce the time it takes to detect fraud, hence reducing the cost of fraud.
As technology is advancing, so are the potentials of committing fraud. Technological advancements present opportunities for both fraudsters and those trying to stop fraudulent activities. Technology is a tool that can help prevent and detect fraud however the reliance on automated tools provides new challenges in the prevention of fraud. Technology can enable fraudsters to commit and conceal fraud activities. Emerging technologies in today’s environment, such as artificial intelligence, robotic process automation, blockchain and data analytics may provide new opportunities for fraudsters to take advantage of companies or consumers. For example: Fraudsters can easily produce a fake document, such as an account statement, to deceive others.
During this webinar we will look at Technology Advancements impact and challenges on Fraud detection and prevention.
CONTINUOUS PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT UNITS (CPD UNITS):
Members of ICPAK and reciprocating professional bodies will be awarded 2 Structured CPD Units upon successfully completion of the Webinar.
FINANCIAL COMMITMENT:
The Webinar charges are Kshs. 1,000. Charges will cater for online video access fees, learning materials, and e-certificates of attendance
ONLINE BOOKING:
Registration: Delegates are reminded to note that online booking for webinar is mandatory on https://www.icpak.com/event-registration/Online Booking
We call on Seminar participants to note that booking for is available only online at www.icpak.com/events and will close two hours before the training session. Delegates are reminded to note that online booking for training sessions is mandatory.
NATIONAL INDUSTRIAL TRAINING AUTHORITY (NITA) REIMBURSEMENT:
The Institute is registered as a trainer with National Industrial Training Authority. The Institute’s registration number is DIT/TRN/47. Participants who are registered levy contributors should apply to NITA for reimbursement of their fees. Please note that this is applicable for Kenyan citizens only and subject to NITA regulations. Remember that to qualify you should apply to NITA for approval prior to the date of the conference. Further details can be obtained from their website (www.nita.go.ke)
Further requests can be channeled to us via telephone calls on +254 719 074 000, (+254) 733 856262 or via email to onlinelearning@icpak.com.
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