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Fraud, Waste, and Abuse

​Ten Signs of a Compromised Organization


​​Do you understand the signs of an organization compromised by fraud or other types of employee and vendor misconduct? This video explores some of these indicators and encourages educational leaders to be alert to possible wrongdoing, ask better questions, and take steps to safeguard resources.

Choosing an Investigative Services Firm


​Choosing an investigative services firm—whether a law, accounting, consulting or investigations firm—can have far-reaching implications if the selection process is not managed carefully. Engaging the wrong investigative team can result in excessive fees with little correlation to results; factual errors that result in flawed decision-making, and unsupported conclusions that undermine disciplinary processes or litigation. 

Eight Signs of a Sound Investigation


On occasion, educational leaders find themselves in a position to commission and evaluate an investigation of alleged misconduct. How leaders assess the quality of the investigative work depends on their level of sophistication and knowledge of investigative practices. This video  following outlines some basic principles and minimum requirements for a strong investigative report. 

12 Characteristics of Fraudsters


When it comes to organizations educating children, no one wants to conceive of the inconceivable: that someone may be taking advantage of government funds to defraud taxpayers and children. But headlines across the country indicate that programs serving children are not immune from fraud, waste, and abuse. This video presents common characteristics of fraudsters, red flags that signify a need for further inquiry. 

The Fraud Triangle


​This video addresses the
three components of the Fraud Triangle:
Motive, Rationalization and Opportunity, conditions that are present when fraud occurs.

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  • What We Do
    • Grant Programs >
      • ESSA
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    • How to Find Us
    • Codes and Certifications
  • Bootcamp
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