The Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) Course by EduDelphi is a comprehensive professional training programme designed to equip aspiring and practising fraud examiners, internal auditors, forensic accountants, compliance officers and risk management professionals with the knowledge and competencies required to identify, investigate and prevent fraud.

Aligned with the 2026 CFE Examination Syllabus established by the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE), the programme combines structured learning, practical fraud investigation scenarios, financial analysis, case-based discussions and extensive examination preparation.

The course provides 55+ hours of structured learning support, combining instructor-led sessions, recorded lectures, practical exercises and self-paced revision resources.

What You’ll Learn

The programme covers the three core sections of the revised CFE examination:

1. Fraud Schemes and Financial Crimes

Develop a comprehensive understanding of financial fraud, fraudulent transactions and the techniques used to conceal financial misconduct.

Key topics include:

• Financial statement fraud and accounting irregularities.
• Asset misappropriation and occupational fraud.
• Corruption, bribery and conflicts of interest.
• Banking, payment and financial institution fraud.
• Money laundering and financial crime.
• Cyberfraud and emerging fraud schemes.
• Fraud indicators, transaction analysis and detection techniques.

2. Fraud Investigations and Legal Issues

Learn the principles and methodologies involved in conducting professional fraud examinations and investigations.

Key topics include:

• Fraud investigation planning and methodologies.
• Evidence gathering, preservation and evaluation.
• Investigative interviewing and information gathering.
• Financial document examination and transaction tracing.
• Digital evidence and investigative data analysis.
• Fraud investigation reporting and documentation.
• Legal considerations, rules of evidence and expert testimony.

3. Fraud Prevention and Deterrence

Understand the organisational frameworks, internal controls and professional practices used to prevent, detect and deter fraudulent activities.

Key topics include:

• Fraud risk assessment and management.
• Corporate governance and ethical responsibilities.
• Fraud prevention programmes and internal controls.
• Fraud detection and monitoring mechanisms.
• Whistleblower policies and reporting systems.
• Organisational fraud risk culture.
• Professional ethics and the ACFE Code of Professional Ethics.

These three sections follow the current ACFE examination framework introduced in June 2026.

Learning Experience

EduDelphi provides a structured, interactive and examination-oriented learning experience supported by experienced faculty and comprehensive digital learning resources.

The programme emphasises both conceptual understanding and practical application, enabling learners to connect fraud examination principles with real organisational risks and investigative situations.

Learning Outcomes

Upon completing this course, learners will be better equipped to:

• Identify common financial fraud schemes and suspicious transaction patterns.
• Understand the principles of forensic accounting and financial fraud examination.
• Apply structured approaches to fraud investigation and evidence gathering.
• Evaluate fraud risks and weaknesses in organisational internal controls.
• Understand legal and ethical considerations in fraud examinations.
• Design and evaluate fraud prevention and deterrence mechanisms.
• Analyse practical fraud scenarios using professional judgement.
• Strengthen their preparation for the CFE certification examination.

The programme develops candidates’ analytical abilities, investigative thinking, professional judgement and understanding of fraud prevention practices.

Who Should Take This Course?

The CFE programme is particularly suitable for:

• Internal and external auditors.
• Forensic accountants and financial investigators.
• Risk management and compliance professionals.
• Fraud analysts and financial crime specialists.
• AML and KYC professionals.
• Finance managers, accountants and controllers.
• Corporate investigators and governance professionals.
• Professionals seeking careers in fraud examination and forensic auditing.

CFE Examination Structure

The CFE examination is administered by the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE).

Under the revised 2026 examination format, candidates are assessed across three sections:

The examination includes multiple-choice and true/false questions designed to assess candidates’ knowledge and application of fraud examination principles.

Candidates must satisfy ACFE’s applicable eligibility, examination and professional experience requirements to earn the CFE credential.

Certification & Professional Development

The Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) designation is an internationally recognised professional credential awarded by the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners.

Successful completion of EduDelphi’s training programme helps candidates strengthen their examination readiness and develop professional competencies relevant to fraud investigation, forensic accounting, internal auditing, compliance and financial crime prevention.

EduDelphi also provides guidance on the CFE certification pathway, including eligibility requirements, application procedures and examination preparation strategies.

The CFE credential is awarded exclusively by ACFE upon fulfilment of its certification requirements. EduDelphi provides independent, ACFE-aligned examination preparation and professional training.