MYCPE ONE

Cyber Risk Awareness: Phishing, Vishing & Smishing 2 Credits

Cyber Risk Awareness: Phishing, Vishing & Smishing 2 Credits

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Learning Objectives

  • Identify phishing, vishing, & smishing.
  • Identify common cyber fraud schemes.
  • Design internal controls to help prevent and detect cyberfrauds.
  • Assess major cybersecurity risk factors such as IoT vulnerabilities, credential attacks, data breaches, malware, and spoofing.
  • Evaluate data breach trends, state notification laws, and reporting obligations.

Course Overview

Fraud never rests—and neither should your defences. As scams grow more advanced, staying informed is your best protection.

This month’s update focuses on the latest wave of accounts payable frauds, drawing from real cases and expert analysis. You’ll explore evolving scam tactics like duplicate invoicing, shell vendors, AI-influenced fraud detection gaps, and fake expense reports. The CPE course also dives into fraud theories like Social Learning and Rational Choice to understand the mindset behind these schemes. From behavioral red flags to advanced internal controls using data analytics and AI, this course arms you with knowledge to test, detect, and prevent fraud before it causes real damage.

Major Topics:

  • Fraud Triangle
  • Elements of Fraud
  • CyberFraud
  • Changing Technology

By the end of the CPE course, you will be equipped to handle complex fraud investigations with confidence. Join us to deepen your understanding of hidden asset tracing, expand your investigative toolkit, and sharpen your skills in identifying fraudulent activities.

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On Demand Credits for All Qualifications

License details Credits Status
Auditing for Certified Public Accountants (CPA-US) 2 CPE Approved
Information Technology for Chartered Professional Accountant in Canada 2 CPD Eligible
Fraud risks for Certified Internal Auditors (CIA) 2 CPE Eligible
Fraud Auditing and Forensic Accounting for Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) 2 CPE Eligible
Auditing for Certified Management Accountants (CMA) 2 CPE Eligible
Information Asset Security and Control for Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) 2 CPE Eligible
Auditing for Chartered Global Management Accountants (CGMA) 2 CPE Eligible
Audit Risk for Certification in Risk Management Assurance (CRMA) 2 CPE Eligible
Fraud prevention, detection and response for Certified Financial Forensics (CFF) 2 CPD Eligible
Auditing for Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM) 2 CPE Eligible
Auditing for Delaware Licensed Public Accountant (DE-LPA) 2 CPE Approved
Auditing for Internal Audit Practitioner (IAP) 2 CPE Eligible
Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) 2 CPD Eligible
Chartered Accountant - ICAEW 2 CPD Eligible
Fraud Auditing and Forensic Accounting for Certified Internal Controls Auditor (CICA) 2 CPE Eligible
Business Fraud and Deterrence for Master Analyst In Financial Forensics (MAFF) 2 CPE Eligible
Auditing for Qualification in Internal Audit Leadership (QIAL) 2 CPE Eligible
Auditing for Iowa Licensed Public Accountant (IA-LPA) 2 CPE Approved
Auditing for Maine Licensed Public Accountant (ME-LPA) 2 CPE Approved
Fraud Auditing and Forensic Accounting for Certified Controls Specialist (CCS) 2 CPE Eligible
THREAT DETECTION AND EVALUATION for CSX Cybersecurity Practitioner (CSX-P) 2 CPE Eligible
Cybersecurity Risk for Information Technology Certified Associate (ITCA) 2 CPE Eligible
Chartered Accountants - Scotland 2 CPD Eligible
CPA - Ireland 2 CPD Eligible
Chartered Accountants - Ireland (CAI) 2 CPD Eligible

Additional Information

Credits

2

Course Level

Intermediate

Instructional Method

QAS Self Study

Group Internet Based

Pre-requisites

None

Advance Preparation

None

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MY-CPE LLC is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be submitted to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors through its website: www.nasbaregistry.org.

Looking to meet your Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) CPE requirements? MYCPE ONE has you covered with online CFE CPE courses designed to help you earn valuable credits while boosting your skills in fraud examination and prevention. Explore a variety of expert-led courses on forensic accounting, fraud detection, and more, keeping you up-to-date with the latest industry trends and best practices. Start today and take a confident step forward in your career as a Certified Fraud Examiner with MYCPE ONE by your side!

About Instructor

Dr. Robert Minniti

Dr. Robert Minniti | CPA (US), CFE

President, Minniti CPA LLC

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Dr. Minniti is the President and Owner of Minniti CPA, LLC. Dr. Minniti is a Certified Public Accountant, Certified Forensic Accountant, Certified Fraud Examiner, Certified Valuation Analyst, Certified in Financial Forensics, Master Analyst in Financial Forensics, Chartered Global Management Accountant, and is a licensed private investigator in the state of Arizona. Dr. Minniti received his doctoral degree in business administration from Walden University, received his MBA degree and Graduate Certificate in Accounting from DeVry University’s Keller Graduate School of Management, and received his Bachelor of Science in Business Administration degree from the University of Phoenix. Dr. Minniti taught graduate and undergraduate courses in forensic accounting at DeVry University, Grand Canyon University, Kaplan University, Northwestern University, and the University of Phoenix.


He designed graduate and undergraduate courses for Grand Canyon University, Northwestern University, and Anthem College. He is a writer and public speaker. He has experience in forensic accounting, fraud examinations, financial audits, internal audits, compliance audits, real estate valuations, business valuations, internal control development, business continuation planning, risk management, financial forecasting, and Sarbanes-Oxley compliance work. Dr. Minniti is an instructor teaching continuing professional education classes for the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, Compliance Online, CPE Link/CCH . AccountingEd, Global Compliance Panel, Clear Law Institute, CPE Solutions, Canopy CPE, The Institute of Management Accountants, the National Association of Valuators and Analysts, the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners, the Institute of Internal Auditors, and various state CPA Societies.

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Luca Olushoga, CISA

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I was able to grasp the basic knowledge of how Cyber Risk Awareness works properly. Also, how to protect myself and my future clients from being attacked through email and file phishing, Vishing, and Smishing.

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Praveen Ariga, AFE

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Super informative cybersecurity quiz Loved the real world examples and smooth interface. Ready to level up my digital safety game.

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Cyber Risk Awareness: Phishing, Vishing & Smishing

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