Australia Fraud Awareness


Overview/Description
Target Audience
Prerequisites
Expected Duration
Lesson Objectives
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Overview/Description
Fraud is a serious offence that can have devastating consequences for victims. In this course, you'll learn what fraud is and how it may reveal itself in the workplace. You'll also be presented with strategies for reporting, or 'whistleblowing', suspected instances of fraud. You'll also learn ways to remain vigilant for evidence of fraud. This course was developed with subject matter support provided by the law firm of Jackson McDonald. Please note, however, that the course materials and content are for informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice and may or may not reflect the most current legal developments. Nothing herein, or in the course materials, shall be construed as legal advice as to any particular situation or constitute a legal opinion with respect to compliance with legal statutes or statutory instruments. Jackson McDonald accepts no responsibility for their contents and the reliance on the contents is prohibited and at the user’s risk. Transmission of the information is not intended to create, and receipt does not constitute, a solicitor-client or attorney-client relationship. Readers should not act upon this information without seeking independent legal advice.

Target Audience
All employees, especially those in positions with financial responsibility

Prerequisites
None

Expected Duration (hours)
0.2

Lesson Objectives

Australia Fraud Awareness

  • recognise attributes of fraud in the workplace
  • identify the responsibilities of employees in terms of preventing fraud in the workplace
  • recognise the consequences of non-compliance
  • recognise fraud and how to prevent it
  • Course Number:
    lchr_01_b63_lc_enau