Sarah
What are the requirements to be a fraud investigator?
I am interested in doing fraud investigations and I've research the job description, but nothing is really giving me an exact answer. The answers I'm interested in are about: Do you have to be a police officer? Does extent knowledge in math required? #prosecution
3 answers
Skarlett March
Skarlett’s Answer
One fantastic option to consider is Utica University of NY, which offers an impressive Fraud and Financial Crimes bachelor's program. They even provide a certificate program that you can try out to see if it's the right fit for you!
Don't forget that there are many opportunities in the fraud investigation field, including within banks, credit unions, and credit card companies. So, keep up the enthusiasm and motivation, because I'm confident that you'll find your perfect niche in this fascinating field. Best of luck to you, Sarah.
Richard Mackey
Richard’s Answer
You do not have to be a law enforcement officer to be involved in fraud investigations - its a more specialized investigation. The insurance and banking industries employ fraud investigators. A strong accounting background would be beneficial. The investigative skills can be taught. If you wish to be in a law enforcement related field, the state (and some local) attorney general offices have units dedicated to fraud investigations. Like wise, the military and federal government Inspector General offices investigate fraud within the different federal agencies. Best of luck.
Randi Kretchman
Randi’s Answer
Unfortunately I do not have any expertise in this area nor do I know the prerequisites. I do know that AIG has a fraud department and may be able to give you some direction.