Economic Crime Investigation & Fraud Management Degree Program

Program Title: Bachelors in Economic Crime Investigation

Description: There has been a significant rise in white-collar crimes and economic frauds. Many organizations hire investigators and accountants who can keep a track of company's financial transactions and prevent fraudulent activities. The bachelor’s degree provides an in-depth knowledge of the various concepts and techniques essential for Economic crime investigation. Students will learn about forensic science, fingerprint identification, locating and analyzing evidence. The course will help graduates improve their communication skills, reasoning abilities and technical knowledge. Successful graduates can apply for a master’s degree or a PhD and further enhance their knowledge.

Syllabus: The career-focused curriculum covers various concepts related to crime prevention, detection and investigation. Topics include:

• Consumer fraud
• Kickbacks & Bid rigging
• Inflated invoices
• Inventory theft
• Third Party Takeover
• Travel and subsistence claims
• Ghost employees
• Misappropriation schemes
• Computer-related crime
• Financial statement fraud
• Document Search Warrant
• Source and Application of Funds
• Document Search Warrant

Accreditation: The Commission on Higher Education of the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Format of Education: Online Course

Language: English 

Job Opportunities: Successful graduates can find employment with financial institutions, commercial banks, government agencies, insurance companies, accounting firms, corporate houses, private loan agencies, savings and loan associations, securities dealers, public accounting firms and mortgage companies. They can be employed as law enforcement officer, legal consultants, fingerprint technicians, evidence examiners, private investigators and so on. According to the U.S. Department of Labor, job opportunities for economic crime investigators continue to be excellent. The average annual salaries were approximately $36,330 last year and can go up to $100,000 for experienced professionals.

University / Institutes:

Utica College: Utica College is a financially independent institution founded by Syracuse University in 1946. The college provides bachelors, masters and doctorate degrees in a wide variety of courses. The curriculum is comprehensive and industry-based. Students from more than 46 different countries are a part of Utica College. Each student receives individual attention from highly qualified and dedicated faculty.