Programme Outline
Upon completion, participants will be able to:
- Define the roles and responsibilities of forensic accountants and relevant legal and regulatory frameworks in Singapore that guide investigation and reporting.
- Explain key financial forensic accounting concepts, including how white-collar crime, legal frameworks and regulatory requirements in Singapore impact professional practice.
- Apply practical investigative approaches, including evidence gathering, data analysis and interviews, to conduct effective fraud detection and forensic investigations.
- Develop comprehensive fraud risk management strategies, including investigation planning and execution, through applied case work and mock investigations.
- Apply digital forensics principles to identify, preserve, and analyse electronic evidence in a financial forensic context, while adhering to the chain of custody and relevant Singaporean cyber and data protection laws.
Course Module, Duration and Mode of Delivery
Module | Title | CPE Category | Hours | Mode of Delivery |
FoACI | Forensic Accounting & Compliance Investigation | Category "Others" | 10 | e-Learning |
FC | Financial Crime | Category "Others" | 6 | e-Learning |
DF | Digital Forensics | Category 5 | 8 | e-Learning |
PR | Professional Requirements | Category 2 | 4.5 | e-Learning |
| Total | | 28.5 | |
Detailed Module Coverage
Module | Module Coverage |
Forensic Accounting & Compliance Investigation | This module provides a comprehensive foundation in fraud and forensic accounting, covering common types of white-collar crime, the roles and responsibilities of forensic accountants, and the relevant legal and regulatory framework in Singapore. Participants will learn practical investigative approaches, including evidence gathering, data analysis, interviews, and reporting, to support fraud detection and forensic investigations from start to finish. The module also builds core competencies in fraud risk management and investigation planning through applied case work and a mock investigation. |
Financial Crime | The Financial Crime module provides a practical overview of financial crime risks, regulatory expectations, and compliance requirements in Singapore and globally. Participants will gain hands-on understanding of AML/CFT, fraud, corruption, sanctions, and emerging risks such as crypto-related financial crime, supported by real-world typologies, investigation management, and effective reporting practices. The module also covers governance, risk management, technology, and ethical considerations to help professionals design and operate effective financial crime compliance and remediation frameworks. |
Digital Forensics | The Digital Forensics module introduces participants to the principles and practical application of digital and cyber investigations in a financial forensic context. It covers the identification, preservation, and analysis of electronic evidence, including emails, system logs, malware artefacts, and online activity, while emphasising proper chain of custody and investigative methodology. Participants will also gain exposure to forensic data analytics and e-discovery, supported by relevant Singapore cyber and data protection laws. |
Professional Requirements | The following Ethics Pronouncement (EP) which are applicable to all ISCA Members will be covered: - EP 100 Code of Professional Conduct and Ethics issued by ISCA (ISCA Code); and
- EP 200 Anti-Money Laundering and Countering the Financing of Terrorism – Requirements and Guidelines for Professional Accountants in Singapore.
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Training Methodology
Self-paced e-learning modules, with an in-person capstone workshop and an overall assessment
Closing Date for Registration
1 week before the course start date
Note:
- You must complete this course before attending the ISCA Financial Forensic Accounting Qualification (Capstone Module). Please click here for more information on the Capstone Module.
Intended For
- Forensic accounts across professional services firms, corporates, and the public sector
- Accounting and finance professionals
- Law enforcement officers
- Governance, compliance, and control professionals
Schedule & Fees
Fee (inclusive of GST)
SGD pricing -
For Members:
1,853.00
For Non-Members:
1,853.00
Programme Facilitator(s)
Team of Professionals
Testimonial
Funding
No funding Available!
Programme Facilitator(s)
Veron Wong
Partner, Advisory Services
Head of Risk Internal Audit Services, Singapore
- Veron is a Partner in the Singapore Risk Advisory practice of Ernst & Young Advisory Pte. Ltd, where she has more than 16 years of experience in internal audit, business processes, financial and operational audits, SOX attestations and readiness.
- Veron has international experience leading large-scale projects with a high degree of complexity for major clients based in the PRC, South Asia, ASEAN, Oceania and Europe.
- She has led reviews for enterprise risk management, internal audit, specific process reviews, operational audits and SOX planning, attestations and readiness for major areas like manufacturing, real estate and construction, property development, supply chain management, franchise management, marketing, finance and also external suppliers’ audit.
- Veron had led pre IPO listing reviews for various corporations for HK and SG exchanges for the past years.
- Additionally Veron also has the experience in working for an US F&B Multinational which is the worldwide leading corporation in the food and beverage industry. She has extensive cross cultural experience in leading projects on the key cycles (Real estate, project management, construction, franchise management, supply chain etc.) of the Corporation in different regions such as PRC, North Asia, South East Asia, Australia and Europe.
- She has led reviews in corporate governance and controls for corporations and organisations in various industries. She has also been involved in corporate governance reviews under the purview of the various Government Ministries in Singapore
- She has been involved in, and led, projects in Singapore involving government statutory boards , ministries, public sector, Institute of Public Character (IPC).
- She leads team and participated in conducting financial and operational audit engagements for clients from various industries. In terms of industries, Veron has relevant experience in the Government, Property Management, Pharmaceuticals, F&B, Retail, Hospitality, Healthcare, Automobile, Education, Manufacturing, Electronics, Tertiary , Government Linked and Trading sectors acquired in the course of her career.
- She previously has also led team and participated in conducting enterprise risk management engagements, QAR, development/ review of organisation’s risk management framework/ process as well as costing review for a number of MNCs and Singapore listed companies.
- She has contributed to an article in the book “Listing in Singapore: Corporate governance perspectives” launched by Allen & Gledhill, relating to the key to effective risk management and governance.
Kok Yong Lee
Partner, IT Advisory
Advisory Services
- Advised various CIOs, CTOs, CDOs, on new IT in the Digital Enterprise (Cloud, IoT, Intelligent Automation, AI/RPA/Machine Learning, Continuous Development) and how Enterprise IT should respond (IT Strategy, Operating Model, Cyber Security, Cloud, RAD, Agile/DevOps).
- Led Design Thinking workshops to identify automation opportunities and helped clients with the subsequent business process re-engineering work as they transition to a robotic augmented workforce model.
- Leads the Intelligent Automation practice in Singapore that has delivered projects on BluePrism, UiPath and Kryon RPA products for private and pubic sector clients in Finance, HR, Supply Chain and Operations domains.
- Designed the Digital Enterprise 2.0 architecture for a leading Utilities, Marine company.
- Provided CIO advisory on IT Strategy, Operating Model, Cloud, Infrastructure, Security, Application Modernization, Digital, Analytics, IoT, High Velocity ERP Architecture (SAP SoH, S4H), Governance/Risk/Compliance to clients in the Real Estate and Hospitality industry. His clients include 4 of the 5 largest property companies in Singapore and an Integrated resort.
- Developed a automation service delivery framework comprising of a constellation of technology which involves bot-to-bot and human-to-bot interactions.
- Provided technology advisory services on multiple projects with a Global Agribusiness company: IT Strategy/Planning, Roadmap for Singapore, Indonesia and China, IT Budget and Planning for Australia acquisition, Infrastructure (Data Center, Server Farms and WAN) Transformation, SAP Capacity and Landscape planning (ECC 6, HANA), Vendor Invoice Automation for Finance Shared Service
- Provided technology advisory for over 30 clients in various industries during this period playing various roles: IS/IT Strategy / Shared Services Assessment for APAC / Emerging Markets, MADJV (Merger, Acquisitions, Divestiture, Joint Ventures) IT playbook creation, COE setup, Data Center Optimization, Software Delivery Excellence and Automated Testing, Vendor Invoice Management and Document Management Systems for Finance Shared Services, SAP Technical Architecture (Sizing, HA, DR)
Programme Outline
Upon completion, participants will be able to:
- Define the roles and responsibilities of forensic accountants and relevant legal and regulatory frameworks in Singapore that guide investigation and reporting.
- Explain key financial forensic accounting concepts, including how white-collar crime, legal frameworks and regulatory requirements in Singapore impact professional practice.
- Apply practical investigative approaches, including evidence gathering, data analysis and interviews, to conduct effective fraud detection and forensic investigations.
- Develop comprehensive fraud risk management strategies, including investigation planning and execution, through applied case work and mock investigations.
- Apply digital forensics principles to identify, preserve, and analyse electronic evidence in a financial forensic context, while adhering to the chain of custody and relevant Singaporean cyber and data protection laws.
Course Module, Duration and Mode of Delivery
Module | Title | CPE Category | Hours | Mode of Delivery |
FoACI | Forensic Accounting & Compliance Investigation | Category "Others" | 10 | e-Learning |
FC | Financial Crime | Category "Others" | 6 | e-Learning |
DF | Digital Forensics | Category 5 | 8 | e-Learning |
PR | Professional Requirements | Category 2 | 4.5 | e-Learning |
| Total | | 28.5 | |
Detailed Module Coverage
Module | Module Coverage |
Forensic Accounting & Compliance Investigation | This module provides a comprehensive foundation in fraud and forensic accounting, covering common types of white-collar crime, the roles and responsibilities of forensic accountants, and the relevant legal and regulatory framework in Singapore. Participants will learn practical investigative approaches, including evidence gathering, data analysis, interviews, and reporting, to support fraud detection and forensic investigations from start to finish. The module also builds core competencies in fraud risk management and investigation planning through applied case work and a mock investigation. |
Financial Crime | The Financial Crime module provides a practical overview of financial crime risks, regulatory expectations, and compliance requirements in Singapore and globally. Participants will gain hands-on understanding of AML/CFT, fraud, corruption, sanctions, and emerging risks such as crypto-related financial crime, supported by real-world typologies, investigation management, and effective reporting practices. The module also covers governance, risk management, technology, and ethical considerations to help professionals design and operate effective financial crime compliance and remediation frameworks. |
Digital Forensics | The Digital Forensics module introduces participants to the principles and practical application of digital and cyber investigations in a financial forensic context. It covers the identification, preservation, and analysis of electronic evidence, including emails, system logs, malware artefacts, and online activity, while emphasising proper chain of custody and investigative methodology. Participants will also gain exposure to forensic data analytics and e-discovery, supported by relevant Singapore cyber and data protection laws. |
Professional Requirements | The following Ethics Pronouncement (EP) which are applicable to all ISCA Members will be covered: - EP 100 Code of Professional Conduct and Ethics issued by ISCA (ISCA Code); and
- EP 200 Anti-Money Laundering and Countering the Financing of Terrorism – Requirements and Guidelines for Professional Accountants in Singapore.
|
Training Methodology
Self-paced e-learning modules, with an in-person capstone workshop and an overall assessment
Closing Date for Registration
1 week before the course start date
Note:
- You must complete this course before attending the ISCA Financial Forensic Accounting Qualification (Capstone Module). Please click here for more information on the Capstone Module.
Intended For
- Forensic accounts across professional services firms, corporates, and the public sector
- Accounting and finance professionals
- Law enforcement officers
- Governance, compliance, and control professionals
Programme Facilitator(s)
Veron Wong
Partner, Advisory Services
Head of Risk Internal Audit Services, Singapore
- Veron is a Partner in the Singapore Risk Advisory practice of Ernst & Young Advisory Pte. Ltd, where she has more than 16 years of experience in internal audit, business processes, financial and operational audits, SOX attestations and readiness.
- Veron has international experience leading large-scale projects with a high degree of complexity for major clients based in the PRC, South Asia, ASEAN, Oceania and Europe.
- She has led reviews for enterprise risk management, internal audit, specific process reviews, operational audits and SOX planning, attestations and readiness for major areas like manufacturing, real estate and construction, property development, supply chain management, franchise management, marketing, finance and also external suppliers’ audit.
- Veron had led pre IPO listing reviews for various corporations for HK and SG exchanges for the past years.
- Additionally Veron also has the experience in working for an US F&B Multinational which is the worldwide leading corporation in the food and beverage industry. She has extensive cross cultural experience in leading projects on the key cycles (Real estate, project management, construction, franchise management, supply chain etc.) of the Corporation in different regions such as PRC, North Asia, South East Asia, Australia and Europe.
- She has led reviews in corporate governance and controls for corporations and organisations in various industries. She has also been involved in corporate governance reviews under the purview of the various Government Ministries in Singapore
- She has been involved in, and led, projects in Singapore involving government statutory boards , ministries, public sector, Institute of Public Character (IPC).
- She leads team and participated in conducting financial and operational audit engagements for clients from various industries. In terms of industries, Veron has relevant experience in the Government, Property Management, Pharmaceuticals, F&B, Retail, Hospitality, Healthcare, Automobile, Education, Manufacturing, Electronics, Tertiary , Government Linked and Trading sectors acquired in the course of her career.
- She previously has also led team and participated in conducting enterprise risk management engagements, QAR, development/ review of organisation’s risk management framework/ process as well as costing review for a number of MNCs and Singapore listed companies.
- She has contributed to an article in the book “Listing in Singapore: Corporate governance perspectives” launched by Allen & Gledhill, relating to the key to effective risk management and governance.
Kok Yong Lee
Partner, IT Advisory
Advisory Services
- Advised various CIOs, CTOs, CDOs, on new IT in the Digital Enterprise (Cloud, IoT, Intelligent Automation, AI/RPA/Machine Learning, Continuous Development) and how Enterprise IT should respond (IT Strategy, Operating Model, Cyber Security, Cloud, RAD, Agile/DevOps).
- Led Design Thinking workshops to identify automation opportunities and helped clients with the subsequent business process re-engineering work as they transition to a robotic augmented workforce model.
- Leads the Intelligent Automation practice in Singapore that has delivered projects on BluePrism, UiPath and Kryon RPA products for private and pubic sector clients in Finance, HR, Supply Chain and Operations domains.
- Designed the Digital Enterprise 2.0 architecture for a leading Utilities, Marine company.
- Provided CIO advisory on IT Strategy, Operating Model, Cloud, Infrastructure, Security, Application Modernization, Digital, Analytics, IoT, High Velocity ERP Architecture (SAP SoH, S4H), Governance/Risk/Compliance to clients in the Real Estate and Hospitality industry. His clients include 4 of the 5 largest property companies in Singapore and an Integrated resort.
- Developed a automation service delivery framework comprising of a constellation of technology which involves bot-to-bot and human-to-bot interactions.
- Provided technology advisory services on multiple projects with a Global Agribusiness company: IT Strategy/Planning, Roadmap for Singapore, Indonesia and China, IT Budget and Planning for Australia acquisition, Infrastructure (Data Center, Server Farms and WAN) Transformation, SAP Capacity and Landscape planning (ECC 6, HANA), Vendor Invoice Automation for Finance Shared Service
- Provided technology advisory for over 30 clients in various industries during this period playing various roles: IS/IT Strategy / Shared Services Assessment for APAC / Emerging Markets, MADJV (Merger, Acquisitions, Divestiture, Joint Ventures) IT playbook creation, COE setup, Data Center Optimization, Software Delivery Excellence and Automated Testing, Vendor Invoice Management and Document Management Systems for Finance Shared Services, SAP Technical Architecture (Sizing, HA, DR)