How to become a Forensic Accountant (A complete guide)

[@ciksyu5384]

This is so inspiring. I am currently studying for my degree in accounting and I'm really interested to know more about this career. I'm considering to take my cpa exam while gaining experience in the field after I graduate. It will be a long journey but I am excited for it. Thank you sir

[@UncoverFraud]

That's great to hear Cik Syu. I wish you all the best. Here is a link to a forensic program that may be of interest: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jYPNgGqZa75pg7s

[@claudiapastorahdez6177]

I didn't even know this existed until I moved to the US 3 years ago. Growing up in Cuba and graduating over there, we are years away from actual world information. I am halfway done in my CPA journey. I already have a Bachelors in Accounting and a Masters in Finance. I am also excited to see if I can break into the field. 🍀. Thank you for all the information. ❤️

[@1231denyz]

Thank u so much. I have my Bachelor Degree in Accounting. I ended up in law-enforcement for the last 7 yrs. I just resigned in order to find a job in accounting.

[@jodib8042]

I am a recruiter for CPA Ontario and will use this video in an upcoming workshop I am hosting!

[@UncoverFraud]

That's great. I am happy you find it helpful.

[@andrebester5329]

Hi I truly want to be a forensic accountant but not only do I just need advice but also the finance to do so and regrettable I started learning just days the covid pandemic hit us in south Africa I need help iam out of a job and no backing but the only thing I need is a chance to do great things ...

[@irfan_ahmed_2023]

Honorable Sir, DAVID MALAMED. Thanks for sharing your journey experience to CFE which quite helpful. May Allah Bless you with decades of successful & happiest life ahead. Aameen. With Regards. from 🇵🇰 Pakistan

[@UncoverFraud]

Thank you for the positive feedback.

[@MV-sg9zh]

What classes do you recommend to take in high school to be prepared for college?

[@UncoverFraud]

Introduction and advanced financial accounting as well as law if it is available. I hope this helps M V.

[@onyedikachidanielboyleokwa7377]

Heroes don't necessary wear capes

[@UncoverFraud]

Thank you for the positive feedback and your support.

[@Talal_111]

curious, which movie was that?

[@megdenolo7666]

Thank you for sharing your journey!

[@UncoverFraud]

You are so welcome! Thank you for your positive feedback.

[@blackamericanlesbianprofes4357]

Thank you for sharing briefly on your career paths and experiences. I am still highly interested in this career, but my prior struggles with my BSc Accounting and Finance degree programme made me feel less confident to pursue since two years ago. So I started looking at another career earlier this year that I want to have but continued to learn my University studies to understand better in my learning styles. I am gradually feeling confident now. I will start my last year at University soon. And I had learned recently the other career is actually important with my degree programme as well as Forensic Accountant. And I plan to start preparation to study soon for the CPA exam. So thank you for the insight.

[@UncoverFraud]

You can do it! It really is a combination of education and experience. But I love it. So I strongly believe it is worth the effort.

[@blackamericanlesbianprofes4357]

@@UncoverFraud Thank you so much for your reply and encouraging words. :)

[@gideonaddaitawiah2926]

What course should I do to become a chartered forensic accountant? I have been introduced to both International institute of chartered forensic accountants and certified financial fraud control specialist

[@Piccolo_Re]

Do you need to be a CPA to get into forensic accounting? What is the difference in being a CFE vs a CPA when doing forensics? Can you be in forensic accounting without having to be in the court as an expert (like more behind the scenes)?

[@UncoverFraud]

Hi Ryan Richey. You do not have to testify as a forensic accountant. It is just not for some people. CFE is an investigative designation and CPA is accounting foundation. Check out some of my other videos on the topics.

[@bob6168able]

Thank you David. I am a CPA going to start studying for CFF... do you recommend certain courses/structured sessions provided by certain institutions (which is my preference)? Or I should go for the the AICPA CFF study material/ebooks.

[@UncoverFraud]

Consider Rotman University’s Mfacc program.

[@georgecharalambous6558]

Dear David hi and thank u for sharing this video. I would like your opinion please. I am at my 40s now and becoming a forensic accountant is my secret passion. I am a Senior corporate compliance officer being a CFE, CAMS and a CFCS. I have also an MBA in Finance but my no actual accounting background. Do you believe that gaining an accounting qualification is a must in order to become a truly successful FA?

[@UncoverFraud]

Thank you for reaching out George Charalambous. Please reach out directly to dmalamed@cgwca..com

[@angelavrana4625]

Sir do you think if I have my Bachelors in business management I’m able to become a forensic accountant?

[@UncoverFraud]

Take a look at my video on the MFAcc program. It would be a good foundation for forensics.

[@kh4dijah1rha]

will forensic accountants deal with interests? i am trying to find a career as an accountant that does not risk my religion and faith besides working for an islamic bank.

[@DuvalDawg]

Yeah you will. Modern industry doesn’t account for Stone Age religious beliefs

[@bashirmuhdyusuf8821]

BSc in Accounting and I will round up my MSc in accounting this year too. Am interested in specializing in forensic accounting. Does I enrol for another Masters in forensic audit and accounting or I should just attempt the CFE exam directly

[@UncoverFraud]

I am open to mentoring offline.

[@jaideeparora1430]

Thanks for the information!

[@UncoverFraud]

Jaideep Arora thank you for the positive feedback. Please make sure to subscribe to the channel for more videos.

[@charanshetty3986]

Currently I’m an ACCA affiliate. I’m looking to pursue MSc in forensic accounting. Do you recommend any university please and do you think ACCA would be helpful as a background for my MSc?

[@UncoverFraud]

Hi Charan Shetty. Yes, here is a link to a fantastic program: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jYPNgGqZa75pg7s

[@time968]

Excellent video! Please share that graduate course link here?.

[@UncoverFraud]

Here is the link: mfacc.utoronto.ca/

[@prantodas4431]

Sir ,upload more video based on Forensic Accounting

[@UncoverFraud]

Will do.

[@Keila.Medford]

I am currently doing my BSc in Accounting Special, what do you recommend after I get that degree?

[@UncoverFraud]

Please take a look at this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jYPNgGqZa75pg7s I believe it is a fantastic program that offers you a solid foundation in forensics and fraud.

[@John-vr4bc]

I did the same Bsc. in Accounting Special and I would recommend looking at post grad cert in Fraud Examination & Forensic Accounting, then CFE (Certified Fraud Examiners) exam and even maybe add CAMS and CPA.

[@Keila.Medford]

@@John-vr4bc Thanks so much for the advice.

[@WJT225]

I've been studying to become an accountant moreso as a perceived reliable career and source of income than any such passion, but came across forensic accounting while trying to think of ways I could feel more fulfillment in my contribution to the world regardless of career path. Would you say that Forensic Accounting is a viable path for someone who wants to try and make the world a better place within the broader field of accounting?

[@UncoverFraud]

Please take a look at my video review on the MFAcc. Thank you for your input and support.

[@Antagonistfc]

Do I need a master or is a bachelor's fine?

[@UncoverFraud]

Both work. But look at Mfacc through UFT.

[@Opinionated-By54nder]

In hebrew ur last name means teacher or a person who teaches

[@UncoverFraud]

Hopefully I am living up to the name.

[@samratsaha1009]

Can a cfa pursue this path ?

[@UncoverFraud]

Yes. There are additional courses that should be considered ie CFF CFI Mfacc

[@zoolzool1]

CPA, CFE, CFI, CFF... did you do the CFU? 😁

[@UncoverFraud]

I did not.

[@UncoverFraud]

I am being asked to review different programs. Would that be of interest to you?

[@pashwini3404]

I want to masters in forensic accounting can you suggest university offering these courses in European countries

[@UncoverFraud]

Hi P Ashwini. Yes, check out this program mfacc.utoronto.ca/ it is gold standard and is offered internationally.

[@xin2yu976]

Seem like there’s so much of studying and investing to get there…

[@UncoverFraud]

Thank you for your input and support.

[@shenbilfath7496]

❤️

[@UncoverFraud]

Thank you.