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Super-Sleuth Forensic Accounting in Fargo, North Dakota
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June 09, 2006
by Laith Hamid
Local Education Columnist
Eye rolling and a stifled yawn may be your first response to the thought of an accounting career. But look a little harder at forensic accounting and you should start thinking about a fascinating and rewarding career investigating fraud. Think of it as CSI, but without the blood and gore.
Fraud takes many forms: white collar fraud such as embezzlement, illegal financial activity by companies, and serious criminal fraud involving money laundering by sophisticated terrorists and criminal gangs. Forensic accountants specialize in finding all kinds of financial fraud--ferreting through masses of financial information, tracking down fraud, and collecting evidence that will stand up in court.
Do I Need a Forensic Accounting Course?
You'll find that most forensic accountants have an accounting degree and professional certification, such as Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) credentials. However, forensic accounting is not usually covered in great depth during undergraduate accounting courses. This is where a forensic accounting course can be useful, expanding your forensic accounting knowledge and equipping you with the latest investigative techniques.
Once you qualify as an accountant, your forensic accounting course could comprise a master's-level degree in forensic accounting or the Certified Fraud Examiner examination and certification.
Why Choose Fargo, North Dakota to Study Forensic Accounting?
After all the excitement of your forensic accounting course, the Fargo-Moorhead metropolitan area is a great place to relax. The area offers a high quality of life, with low crime and unemployment rates. The Fargo-Moorhead Opera, a range of galleries, theaters, and the Fargo-Moorhead Symphony Orchestra are on hand to satisfy your cultural requirements.
For those who prefer the great outdoors, fun is to be had al fresco in a wide variety of outdoor recreation areas and camp sites. The Fargo-Moorhead area also boasts over 250 restaurants and a great selection of shops.
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About the Author
Laith Hamid works for a government agency researching and visiting registered charities in the UK to advise on legislative compliance, governance and best practice. His previous experience includes governmental audit work, water engineering consultancy and customer services within the retail banking sector. Laith graduated from the University of Liverpool with a degree in Civil Engineering, with special emphasis on Environmental and Water Engineering.
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