MYCPE ONE

Searching News for Due Diligence and Background Investigations 2 Credits 1.5 Credits

Searching News for Due Diligence and Background Investigations 2 Credits 1.5 Credits

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  • Published on

    August, 2025

  • Subject Area

    Specialized Knowledge

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Learning Objectives

  • Discuss the importance of news in intelligence and research efforts. 
  • Identify challenges in conducting online news searches accurately. 
  • Analyze techniques for evaluating and verifying online news credibility. 
  • Explain the types and value of different online news sources. 
  • Explore expert strategies for conducting efficient online news searches.

Course Overview

Online news can be a valuable source of intelligence about people, companies, trends, and more, but it’s a challenge even for the most experienced searcher to find accurate, timely stories. Between too many or not enough results and the overabundance of fake news and opinion, it can take a lot of time, money, and patience to separate fact from fiction. 

In this CPE course, we’ll cover tips and strategies from an expert researcher and investigator for finding and using the news for background investigations, due diligence, locating assets, or making smarter decisions. You’ll learn how to select the best sources and evaluate articles for false information, and Marcy will take you through her process for efficient and effective news research. 

Major Topics: 

  • Why News Matters 
  • Challenges in Searching 
  • How to Become Skeptic 
  • News Source Breakdown 
  • Search Tips Strategy

Whether you’re investigating a person, vetting a vendor, or conducting corporate due diligence, this CPE course will sharpen your search skills and give you a reliable system for filtering facts from the noise. Join us to improve your accuracy, speed, and confidence in every online search.

On Demand Credits for All Qualifications

Live Webinar Credits for All Qualifications

License details Credits Status
Specialized Knowledge for Certified Public Accountants (CPA-US) 2 CPE Approved
Specialized Knowledge for Chartered Professional Accountant in Canada 2 CPD Eligible
Internal Auditing for Certified Internal Auditors (CIA) 2 CPE Eligible
Sources of Information for Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) 2 CPE Eligible
Auditing for Certified Management Accountants (CMA) 2 CPE Eligible
Auditing for Certification in Risk Management Assurance (CRMA) 2 CPE Eligible
Auditing for Certified Financial Forensics (CFF) 2 CPD Eligible
Auditing for Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM) 2 CPE Eligible
Auditing for Certified Government Auditing Professional (CGAP) 2 CPE Eligible
Specialized Knowledge 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
Auditing for Certified Internal Controls Auditor (CICA) 2 CPE Eligible
Auditing for Qualification in Internal Audit Leadership (QIAL) 2 CPE Eligible
Specialized Knowledge for Iowa Licensed Public Accountant (IA-LPA) 2 CPE Approved
Specialized Knowledge for Maine Licensed Public Accountant (ME-LPA) 2 CPE Approved
Auditing for Certified Controls Specialist (CCS) 2 CPE Eligible
Chartered Accountants - Scotland 2 CPD Eligible
Chartered Accountants - Ireland (CAI) 2 CPD Eligible
CPA - Ireland 2 CPD Eligible
License details Credits Status
Specialized Knowledge for Certified Public Accountants (CPA-US) 1.5 CPE Approved
Specialized Knowledge for Chartered Professional Accountant in Canada 1.5 CPD Eligible
Internal Auditing for Certified Internal Auditors (CIA) 1.5 CPE Eligible
Sources of Information for Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) 1.5 CPE Eligible
Auditing for Certified Management Accountants (CMA) 1.5 CPE Eligible
Auditing for Certification in Risk Management Assurance (CRMA) 1.5 CPE Eligible
Auditing for Certified Financial Forensics (CFF) 1.5 CPD Eligible
Auditing for Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM) 1.5 CPE Eligible
Auditing for Certified Government Auditing Professional (CGAP) 1.5 CPE Eligible
Specialized Knowledge for Delaware Licensed Public Accountant (DE-LPA) 1.5 CPE Approved
Auditing for Internal Audit Practitioner (IAP) 1.5 CPE Eligible
Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) 1.5 CPD Eligible
Chartered Accountant - ICAEW 1.5 CPD Eligible
Auditing for Certified Internal Controls Auditor (CICA) 1.5 CPE Eligible
Auditing for Qualification in Internal Audit Leadership (QIAL) 1.5 CPE Eligible
Specialized Knowledge for Iowa Licensed Public Accountant (IA-LPA) 1.5 CPE Approved
Specialized Knowledge for Maine Licensed Public Accountant (ME-LPA) 1.5 CPE Approved
Auditing for Certified Controls Specialist (CCS) 1.5 CPE Eligible
Chartered Accountants - Scotland 1.5 CPD Eligible
Chartered Accountants - Ireland (CAI) 1.5 CPD Eligible
CPA - Ireland 1.5 CPD Eligible

Additional Information

Credits

2

Credits

1.5

Course Level

Advanced

Instructional Method

QAS Self Study

Group Internet Based

Pre-requisites

None

Advance Preparation

None

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About Instructor

Marcy Phelps

Marcy Phelps | CFE

, Marcy Phelps & Associates Inc.

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As the founder and president of Marcy Phelps & Associates Inc., Marcy helps clients identify and prevent fraud through background investigations, asset discovery, and litigation support. She started her company in 2000 after earning a Master’s degree in Library and Information Science from the University of Denver. 

Initially, Marcy worked with business professionals, leveraging her library and information skills for gathering intelligence about industries, buyers, and competitors. She eventually became a licensed private investigator and Certified Fraud Examiner and now specializes in researching people and companies for her corporate clients. Marcy frequently speaks and writes on topics related to investigations and online research and is the author of Research on Main Street: Using the Web to Find Local Business and Market Information, published by CyberAge Books. 

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To maintain compliance, you must follow the guidelines set by NASBA and other regulatory bodies, which include completing the course within the specified timeframe, passing the assessments, and keeping accurate records of your learning activities.

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To earn credits, you must attend the entire live webinar, actively participate in any polls or questions, and complete any required evaluations or assessments. Credits are awarded based on your attendance and participation in the live session.

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MY-CPE LLC courses are accepted for continuing education credit by various professional certification programs, including NASBA, IRS, CFP Board, and HRCI. MY-CPE LLC is also recognized by SHRM to offer Professional Development Credits (PDCs) for SHRM-CP® and SHRM-SCP® recertification activities.

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How are credits reported to governing bodies?

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Russell Epperson, CFE

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Overall a good overview of how to research utilizing different tools and techniques. Particularly helpful was the section on how her company researches and the process used.

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Danial Parr, CFE

5

Good share on how to utilize information from news source

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