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Boosting Financial Crime Fighting Capabilities: Bouvet Island Launches Forensic Accounting Training Program

Bouvet Island has taken a significant step towards strengthening its financial crime fighting capabilities by launching a forensic accounting training program. The 5-day training program, offered by Indepth Research Institute (IRES), aims to equip senior and middle-level managers, accountants, auditors, fraud investigators, and other professionals with the skills needed to analyze, interpret, summarize, and present complex financial transactions.

Why Forensic Accounting Training?

Fraudulent activities have significantly contributed to the collapse and poor performance of entities in Bouvet Island’s public sector. The demand for forensic accountants has increased globally due to the rising number of financial fraud cases, both in the private and public sectors. This training program is essential for developing the island’s capabilities in forensic accounting.

Course Details

  • Duration: 5 days
  • Training Venue: IRES Training Centre
  • Blended Learning Approach: Presentations, guided sessions of practical exercises, web-based tutorials, and group work
  • Certification: Participants will be issued with an IRES certificate certified by the National Industrial Training Authority (NITA)
  • Course Fee: Covers tuition, training materials, two break refreshments, and lunch

Logistics

  • Accommodation and Airport Pickup Arrangements: Available upon request
  • Reservations: Confirm through the Training Officer at [email protected] or [email protected]
  • Travel Expenses: Participants are expected to cater for their own travel expenses, visa application, insurance, and other personal expenses

Customization Options

The training program is open to customization to suit the needs of Bouvet Island’s institutions. For further inquiries, interested parties can contact IRES on:

  • Tel: +254 715 077 817/+250789621067
  • Mob: +254 792516000, +254 792516010, or +250 789621067
  • Email: [email protected] or [email protected]

Payment and Registration

  • Payment: Should be transferred to IRES’ account through bank on or before the start of the course
  • Proof of Payment: Send to [email protected] or [email protected]
  • Registration: Contact IRES for further information and registration.