Course Overview
This course will provide you with a foundational knowledge of fraud and financial crime investigation techniques. The course will begin with an overview of the types and trends of fraud and financial crime in Canada. You will learn about various statutes and case law commonly used to guide investigations. Crime theories will be presented to assist in the deterrence, detection, investigation and prediction of fraud and financial crime. You will use case studies to learn how to apply legislation, case law, and crime theory to initiate and plan a forensic investigation from initial incident to resolution. Concepts of risk mitigation will be introduced, and will be expanded upon throughout the program.
Prerequisite(s)
- No prerequisites are required for this course.
Credits
1.0
Domestic fees
$328.54 - $334.99 See individual course offerings below for actual costs.
International fees are typically 3.4 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Discuss the types, trends and investigative challenges of various types of fraud and financial crime within Canada.
- Apply the appropriate legal statutes for various fraud and financial crimes to a criminal fact pattern.
- Apply crime theory to the deterrence, detection, investigation and prediction of fraud and financial crime.
- Prepare an investigation strategy for a criminal fact pattern relating to a fraud or financial crime, including strategies on mitigating risks during the course of the investigation.
Effective as of Winter 2024
Related Programs
Foundations of Fraud and Financial Crime Investigation (XFSC 3020) is offered as a part of the following programs:
- Indicates programs accepting international students.
School of Computing and Academic Studies
- Fraud and Financial Crime Investigation
Microcredential Part-time
Course Offerings
Fall 2026
Below is one offering of XFSC 3020 for the Fall 2026 term.
CRN 51453
Dates
Oct 06 - Oct 27 Loading
- CRN 51453
- $328.54 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 06 - Oct 27 | Tue | 18:00 - 21:45 | Online |
Duration
4 weeks
Instructor
Steve Wilson
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
- This course will be offered ONLINE for the 202630 Fall term. Students are required to log on at the specific dates and times. There is no required textbook. Please remember to pay for your tuition via online banking the same day you register for this course.
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Winter 2027
Below is one offering of XFSC 3020 for the Winter 2027 term.
CRN 91700
Dates
Jan 12 - Feb 02 Loading
- CRN 91700
- $334.99 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 12 - Feb 02 | Tue | 17:30 - 21:15 | Online |
Duration
4 weeks
Instructor
TBD
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
- This course is online. Students are expected to sign on at the specific dates and times. There is no required textbook and no prior approval is needed to register. Please remember to pay for your tuition via online banking the same day you register.
Confirmation
Required
To proceed with registration and add this course to the cart, please confirm:
Status
If you have any questions about this course, please contact us.
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