Master the forensic strategies and practical tools required to track illicit funds, expose digital fraud, and lead high-impact financial crime investigations.
Cyber-enabled financial crime is becoming increasingly sophisticated, combining cyberattacks with fraud, money laundering, and weaknesses in internal controls to target organisations across every sector. From compromised credentials and invoice diversion to mule accounts, fake vendors, and cryptocurrency payments, these incidents require auditors, investigators, and compliance professionals to understand both the technical and financial dimensions of emerging threats.
This practical course provides a structured toolkit for identifying, investigating, and responding to cyber-enabled financial crime. Through real-world scenarios, participants will explore how cyber incidents intersect with fraud, AML risks, payment processes, and governance frameworks. The session equips professionals with practical techniques for analyzing financial and system data, identifying control failures, and conducting investigations that support audit, compliance, and organizational resilience.
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Assistant Professor in Finance | University of Birmingham Dubai
Dr. Alessio Faccia, an accomplished academic and corporate trainer, has a distinguished finance, accounting, and business background. His expertise spans over 16 years, during which he has notably contributed to finance and accounting through his roles as an assistant professor, auditor, chartered accountant, CFO advisor, and corporate trainer. Dr. Faccia’sacademic journey includes prestigious roles at several universities, including the University of Birmingham and Coventry University, where he taught various finance and accounting modules. His extensive involvement in corporate training further enriches Dr. Faccia’s professional experience. He has provided training in diverse areas such as finance and accounting, management and HR, technology, oil and gas, and legal matters to many organizations. These organization encompass various sectors, including government bodies, financial institutions, energy companies, and real estate firms.. These organizations encompass various sectors, including government bodies, financial institutions, energy companies, and real estate firms. His proficiency is further demonstrated by his numerous publications, research contributions, and a strong academic record, underscoring his commitment to advancing knowledge in his field. Dr. Faccia’s work is a testament to his dedication to enhancing the skills and knowledge of professionals across various industries globally.
