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UNE unit code: AFM540
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- Trimester 1 - Online
- Armidale Campus
- Yes
- No
- Yes
- 6
Unit information
Fraud is a pervasive problem that has significant consequences for individuals, organisations and society.
In this unit you will hone your understanding of the causes of fraud and their significance in effectively fighting this white-collar crime.
Examining the types of fraud that can be perpetrated on individuals and organisations, you will critically analyse situations that allow fraud to occur.
You will explore a range of methods for preventing, detecting, investigating and resolving fraud committed against organisations and individuals.
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| Teaching period | Mode/location |
|---|---|
| Trimester 1 | Online |
*Offering is subject to availability
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Learning outcomes
Upon completion of this unit, students will be able to:
- demonstrate in depth knowledge of the types of fraud that can be perpetrated on individuals and organisations;
- critically analyse a range of diverse situations that lead to the perpetration of fraud in an organisational setting;
- identify and critically evaluate methods of fraud prevention, detection, and investigation; and
- critically evaluate mechanisms of control and governance used to prevent and detect fraud in contemporary organisational settings.
Assessment information
Assessments are subject to change up to 8 weeks prior to the start of the teaching period in which you are undertaking the unit.
| Title | Must Complete | Weight | Offerings | Assessment Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assessment Task 1 | Yes | 15% | All offerings | Written assignment. No. Words: 2500 |
| Assessment Task 2 | Yes | 15% | All offerings | Written assignment. No. Words: 2500 |
| Quiz | No | 10% | All offerings | Word length is not applicable due to the quantitative nature of this assessment task. |
| Final Examination | Yes | 60% | All offerings | Students must receive at least 50% in the exam (and at least 50% overall) to receive a pass (or better) in the unit. |
Learning resources
Textbooks are subject to change up to 8 weeks prior to the start of the teaching period in which you are undertaking the unit.
Note: Students are expected to purchase prescribed material. Please note that textbook requirements may vary from one teaching period to the next.
Fraud Examination
ISBN: 9780357721759
Albrecht, W.S., Albrecht, C.O., Albrecht, C.C. and Zimbelman, M.F., Cengage Learning, Inc 7th ed. 2024
Text refers to: All offerings
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