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Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Maktoum Bin Mohammed Bin<br />

Rashed Al Maktoum, the Deputy Ruler of Dubai and Chairman of FAD<br />

KEYNOTE SPEAKERS<br />

PROF. DR. MARCO<br />

GERCKE<br />

Director, Cybercrime<br />

Research Institute<br />

JEFFREY ROBINSON<br />

Author and international<br />

expert on organised<br />

crime and fraud<br />

BRUCE DORRIS, J.D.,<br />

CFE, CFA, CVA<br />

Vice President and<br />

Program Director,<br />

Association of Certified<br />

Fraud Examiners<br />

HAMID KAZIM<br />

CEO, HK Consulting<br />

Adviser, Dubai<br />

International<br />

Financial Centre<br />

Register by 14 January to<br />

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Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh<br />

Maktoum Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum,<br />

the Deputy Ruler of Dubai and Chairman of FAD<br />

His Highness Sheikh<br />

Maktoum Bin Mohammed<br />

Bin Rashid Al Maktoum<br />

SPONSORS / BENEFITS OF ATTENDING<br />

Organised by the Association of<br />

Certified Fraud Examiners<br />

The Association of Certified Fraud Examiners is the world’s largest anti-fraud organisation and<br />

premier provider of anti-fraud training and education. Together with more than 75,000 members,<br />

the <strong>ACFE</strong> is reducing business fraud worldwide and inspiring public confidence in the integrity and<br />

objectivity within the profession. To learn more about <strong>ACFE</strong>, visit <strong>ACFE</strong>.<strong>com</strong> today.<br />

Hosted by the Financial Audit Department<br />

— H.H. Dubai Ruler’s Court<br />

The FAD conducts regular financial audits, information systems audits and performance audits for<br />

ascertaining the extent of legality, adequacy of financial prudency and management of financial<br />

operations. The objectives include reviewing of efficiency, effectiveness and economy in planning,<br />

directing, execution, controlling and monitoring of operations. The FAD’s vision is ‘looking forward<br />

for more transparency, objectivity and integrity in managing public funds.’ The FAD’s mission is<br />

‘cooperation with the auditees to ascertain legality, adequacy and correct calculation with sound<br />

management of public funds and achieving the highest level of performance.<br />

Sponsors<br />

Interested in be<strong>com</strong>ing a<br />

sponsor at the 2016 <strong>ACFE</strong><br />

Middle East Fraud Conference?<br />

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2016 <strong>ACFE</strong> Middle East Fraud Conference


Discover the latest tools, techniques and trends in the fight against fraud<br />

at the 2016 <strong>ACFE</strong> Middle East Fraud Conference. With dynamic educational<br />

sessions, experienced instructors and invaluable networking opportunities, this<br />

event offers the most <strong>com</strong>prehensive anti-fraud training available in the region.<br />

Benefits of Attending<br />

• yLearn about the latest fraud schemes,<br />

leading-edge investigation techniques<br />

and the steps to developing an effective<br />

anti-fraud programme<br />

• yGain insight from experienced<br />

practitioners into the challenges that<br />

affect anti-fraud professionals today<br />

• yExplore best practices demonstrated in<br />

real-world case studies<br />

• yExpand your professional network with<br />

contacts that can aid your future fraud<br />

investigations<br />

• yEvaluate the latest anti-fraud tools and<br />

services from cutting-edge vendors<br />

Who Should Attend<br />

• yCertified Fraud Examiners and other<br />

anti-fraud specialists<br />

• yInternal and independent auditors<br />

• yForensic accountants<br />

• yInformation technology and IT security<br />

professionals<br />

• yLaw enforcement and private<br />

investigators<br />

• ySecurity and loss prevention<br />

professionals<br />

• yGovernance, risk and <strong>com</strong>pliance<br />

professionals<br />

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Wel<strong>com</strong>e Message from the<br />

Financial Audit Department<br />

Wel<strong>com</strong>e Message from the Association<br />

of Certified Fraud Examiners<br />

The Association of Certified Fraud Examiners<br />

(<strong>ACFE</strong>) is the world’s largest anti-fraud organisation<br />

and premier provider of anti-fraud training<br />

and education, with more than 75,000 members.<br />

The <strong>ACFE</strong> is the professional organisation that<br />

governs the professional designation of Certified<br />

Fraud Examiner (CFE). Its activities include producing<br />

fraud information, tools and training.<br />

On behalf of the <strong>ACFE</strong> and the Financial Audit<br />

Department (FAD), Dubai, it is with great pleasure<br />

that we invite you to participate in the 2016 <strong>ACFE</strong><br />

Middle East Fraud Conference 14-15 February<br />

2016. The conference will be held at Atlantis, the<br />

Palm Hotel, Dubai, United Arab Emirates.<br />

We are excited to formally invite you to the<br />

first ever <strong>ACFE</strong> Middle East Fraud Conference<br />

in Dubai, UAE, 14-15 February 2016. The conference<br />

will be an invaluable opportunity for<br />

professionals in the region to gather and discuss<br />

the latest in fraud prevention techniques.<br />

The <strong>ACFE</strong> is working in conjunction with the<br />

Financial Audit Department (FAD) of Dubai<br />

under the His Highness Sheikh Maktoum Bin<br />

Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum to create<br />

an environment that fosters an open exchange<br />

of ideas and best practices in the industry.<br />

The event will take place at Atlantis, the Palm<br />

Hotel, Dubai, United Arab Emirates.<br />

WELCOME / FEATURED SPEAKERS<br />

The FAD of Dubai hosts and organizes the conference,<br />

in collaboration with the <strong>ACFE</strong> under<br />

the kind patronage of His Highness Sheikh Maktoum<br />

Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum,<br />

the Deputy Ruler of Dubai, Chairman of FAD. His<br />

Highness has mandated that the <strong>ACFE</strong> Middle<br />

East Fraud Conference will be a reflection of the<br />

images of the FAD, Dubai and the UAE.<br />

The purpose of the 2-day conference is to<br />

enrich the field of auditing and fraud detection<br />

through the involvement of international expertise<br />

and the best practices in this field. The conference<br />

will cover a variety of anti-fraud topics.<br />

We would be delighted to have you present at<br />

this conference to learn the latest techniques<br />

and tools in the fight against fraud. We would<br />

also eager to hear your thoughts and opinions<br />

to this direction.<br />

The topics covered will explore some of the<br />

most pressing issues in fraud-fighting today,<br />

from virtual currencies and e-banking fraud to<br />

fraud risk, money laundering and cybersecurity.<br />

The event will be a chance for professionals<br />

in the anti-fraud field from across the globe<br />

to hear from speakers that are key players in<br />

fraud detection and prevention.<br />

We would love for you to be a part of this<br />

landmark event and hope you are able<br />

to attend.<br />

Sincerely,<br />

James D. Ratley, CFE<br />

President & CEO,<br />

Association of Certified<br />

Fraud Examiners<br />

Looking forward to seeing you at this<br />

important event.<br />

Yours sincerely,<br />

His Excellency Abdulla<br />

Mohammed Rashid<br />

Al Huraiz<br />

Acting Director General,<br />

Financial Audit Department<br />

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Featured Speakers<br />

Prof. Dr. Marco Gercke<br />

Director,<br />

Cybercrime Research Institute<br />

Germany<br />

Prof. Dr. Marco Gercke is an international expert in the field of cybersecurity and cybercrime and for more<br />

than ten years has advised governments and international organisations on those matters. In addition to<br />

his role as Director at the Cybercrime Research Institute,he teaches cybercrime law, international criminal<br />

law and European criminal law at the University of Cologne. The focus of his research is on international<br />

aspects of strategy, policy, law and regulations related to cybersecurity and cybercrime.<br />

Jeffrey Robinson<br />

Author and international expert on organised crime and fraud<br />

United Kingdom<br />

Jeffrey Robinson is the bestselling author of 27 books, and a popular speaker on the international event<br />

circuit. His money laundering tour de force, The Laundrymen (1993), was a headline-maker in 14 countries,<br />

establishing him as a recognised expert on organised crime, fraud and money laundering. In addition to<br />

books on dirty money, he has written a number of investigative non-fiction books, major biographies and<br />

half a dozen novels.<br />

Hamid Kazim<br />

CEO, HK Consulting<br />

Adviser, Dubai International Financial Centre<br />

United Arab Emirates<br />

Hamed Kazim is a UAE national with more than 15 years experience working for multinational <strong>com</strong>panies,<br />

including Arthur Anderson, Ernst & Young and Dubai World. He currently has his own consultancy practice<br />

focusing on business advice directed at the CEO and board level. He advises several clients in the UAE<br />

and is a board member of Commercial Bank of Dubai and several investment and Asset Management<br />

<strong>com</strong>panies in DIFC and is a senior advisor to multinationals such as PwC, RBS, Alix Partners, Oliver Wyman<br />

and others.<br />

Bruce Dorris, J.D., CFE, CVA<br />

Vice President and Program Director,<br />

Association of Certified Fraud Examiners<br />

United States<br />

Bruce Dorris is is licensed to practice law as well as being a licensed Certified Public Accountant with<br />

experience in business valuation and litigation support. As an Assistant District Attorney for the Caddo<br />

Parish District Attorney’s Office in Shreveport, Louisiana, Dorris created and was the Director of its Financial<br />

Crimes Screening Section. He formerly served on the Board of Directors with the National White Collar<br />

Crime Center, and was the Vice Chairman of its Audit Committee.<br />

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Agenda<br />

Sunday, 14 February<br />

8:00-8:30 Wel<strong>com</strong>e Breakfast/Registration<br />

TRACK A TRACK B TRACK C TRACK D<br />

8:30-9:50 2A Fraud in the<br />

Microfinancing Sector<br />

9:50-10:20 Networking Break<br />

10:20-11:40 3A Virtual Currencies<br />

Threat or Opportunity:<br />

A Bitcoin Case Study<br />

11:40-13:00 General Session<br />

Hamid Kazim<br />

Jeffrey Robinson<br />

2B Fraudulent Financial<br />

Statements: An<br />

Auditor’s Perspective<br />

3B Leading the<br />

Revolution in the<br />

Internal Audit<br />

Profession<br />

2C Panel: Taking Your<br />

Fraud Examination to<br />

Other Countries<br />

3C Fighting the<br />

Cybersecurity War in<br />

the Middle East<br />

2D Compliance and<br />

Anti-Corruption:<br />

Implementing an<br />

Anti-Corruption Program<br />

3D Fraud Examination<br />

Interviewing Techniques<br />

13:00-14:20 Lunch/Prayer<br />

14:20-15:40 6A E-Banking Fraud<br />

Investigations<br />

6B Conducting Internal<br />

Investigations<br />

6C Fraud Analytics:<br />

A Fresh Approach to<br />

Mining Financial Data<br />

6D Global Expectations<br />

for Addressing<br />

Fraud Risk and the<br />

Investigative Process<br />

AGENDA / SELECTED SESSIONS<br />

Monday, 15 February<br />

8:00-8:30 Breakfast/Registration<br />

8:30-9:50 8A (3A repeated)<br />

Virtual Currencies<br />

Threat or Opportunity:<br />

A Bitcoin Case Study<br />

9:50-10:20 Networking Break<br />

10:20-11:40 9A (6A repeated)<br />

E-Banking Fraud<br />

Investigations<br />

11:40-13:00 General Session<br />

Prof. Dr. Marco Gercke<br />

8B (3B repeated)<br />

Leading the<br />

Revolution in the<br />

Internal Audit<br />

Profession<br />

9B (6B repeated)<br />

Conducting Internal<br />

Investigations<br />

8C (3C repeated)<br />

Fighting the<br />

Cybersecurity War in<br />

the Middle East<br />

9C (6C repeated)<br />

Fraud Analytics: A<br />

Fresh Approach to<br />

Mining Financial Data<br />

8D (3D repeated)<br />

Fraud Examination<br />

Interviewing Techniques<br />

9D (6D repeated)<br />

Global Expectations for<br />

Addressing Fraud Risk<br />

and the Investigative<br />

Process<br />

13:00-14:20 Lunch/Prayer<br />

14:20-15:40 12A Panel: Global<br />

Challenges for Fraud<br />

Examiners<br />

12B Fraud Risk<br />

Assessments: In a<br />

Financial Institution<br />

12C The Role of<br />

Internal Audit in the<br />

Prevention and<br />

Detection of Fraud<br />

12D Criminology,<br />

Corporate Fraud and<br />

Corruption Prevention<br />

in Averting Corporate<br />

Collapses<br />

Schedule and speakers subject to change.<br />

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Sessions<br />

TRACK A<br />

2A Fraud in the Microfinancing Sector<br />

Sunday, 8:30-9:50<br />

LEVEL: ADVANCED<br />

Numan Amjad, ACFA, ACA, ACCA<br />

Head of Internal Audit - Pakistan<br />

FINCA Microfinance Bank Ltd.<br />

PAKISTAN<br />

With the increase in global poverty, the need for microfinance<br />

is growing rapidly. Microfinancing is largely based on a decentralised<br />

lending model, which raises the fraud probability.<br />

A strong and carefully designed and operated fraud detection<br />

and deterrence system is thus essential for microfinance organisations.<br />

This session will explore the general need for microfinance<br />

in today’s world and elaborate on the inherent fraud<br />

risk. It will also discuss the importance of an effective and efficient<br />

fraud detection and deterrence system for the achievement<br />

of the “double bottom line” — the social and financial<br />

objectives of microfinance.<br />

3A/8A Virtual Currencies: Threat or<br />

Opportunity? A Bitcoin Case Study<br />

Sunday, 10:20-11:40 | Monday, 8:30-9:50<br />

LEVEL: INTERMEDIATE<br />

David Cafferty, CFE, FCMA, MCSI, CGMA<br />

Senior Compliance Manager, Capital Advantage Consultants<br />

UNITED ARAB EMIRATES<br />

Virtual currencies are on the rise and fraud examiners need to be<br />

aware of the risks, threats and business opportunities ac<strong>com</strong>panying<br />

their increasing use. This session will provide an overview<br />

of the history, development and growth of the virtual currency<br />

market, with the emphasis on Bitcoin. It will also review the technology<br />

behind virtual currencies, studies of recent fraud cases including<br />

Liberty and Silk Road, regulatory and business concerns,<br />

and current trends. It will also anticipate the prospects for future<br />

growth of the virtual industry.<br />

6A/9A E-Banking Fraud Investigations<br />

Sunday, 14:20-15:40 | Monday, 10:20-11:40<br />

LEVEL: INTERMEDIATE<br />

Elena Maroun, CFE, ACCA, CRMA<br />

Group Head of Internal Audit/Head of Fraud Taskforce Group,<br />

FBME Bank LTD<br />

CYPRUS<br />

Internet banking represents a useful service often chosen by clients<br />

around the world for its convenience and allowed mobility.<br />

This service is usually well-secured by banks, but less protected<br />

at the customers’ end, making it an easy target for fraud. Where<br />

is the golden mid-point between protection against fraud and<br />

customers’ responsibility? This session will highlight examples<br />

of how fraudsters manage to manipulate the system, and how<br />

they can be stopped by action based on policy adherence, professional<br />

scepticism and due care.<br />

12A Panel: Global Challenges for<br />

Fraud Examiners<br />

Tuesday, 14:20-15:40<br />

LEVEL: OVERVIEW<br />

Tania Fabiani<br />

Partner, PwC Middle East Forensic Practice<br />

UNITED ARAB EMIRATES<br />

As we move further into the 21st century the landscape for fraud<br />

is ever evolving and fraud examiners must also evolve to keep<br />

up with the latest trends. These challenges are no longer local<br />

they now cross borders in ways unimaginable several years ago.<br />

Hear this panel of experts discuss where we are, where we are<br />

going and where we need to be as fraud examiners.<br />

TRACK B<br />

2B Fraudulent Financial Statements:<br />

An Auditor’s Perspective<br />

Sunday, 8:30-9:50<br />

LEVEL: ADVANCED<br />

George D. Kambouris<br />

Faculty, Accounting/Finance,University of Dubai<br />

UNITED ARAB EMIRATES<br />

Fraudulent financial statements are a worldwide phenomenon<br />

to this day. The risk of fraud by employees exists at any time as<br />

well as the risk of management to override controls and <strong>com</strong>mit<br />

fraudulent acts to the detriment of investors. The professional<br />

independent auditor worldwide is responsible to perform his<br />

independent audits in accordance with generally accepted auditing<br />

standards and express an opinion on the audited financial<br />

statements. This session will examine the auditor’s perspective<br />

and responsibility on fraudulent financial statements and to disclose<br />

historical evidence of factors, causes and consequences<br />

of fraud detected in the audits of American <strong>com</strong>panies, other<br />

industrialized nations and emerging economies.<br />

3B/8B Leading the Revolution in the<br />

Internal Audit Profession<br />

Sunday, 10:20-11:40 | Monday, 8:30-9:50<br />

LEVEL: ADVANCED<br />

Syed Imran Zia, CFE, ACA, FCCA, CIA<br />

Chief Internal Auditor, Gulf Drilling International<br />

QATAR<br />

The traditional internal audit and fraud function has a unique set<br />

of norms and customs. This session will challenge the myths<br />

surrounding the profession one by one and will evaluate the validity<br />

of many critical concepts in the practical world. It will also<br />

explore how to move forward from these practices and provide<br />

guidance on revolutionizing the audit and fraud functions.<br />

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6B/9B Conducting Internal<br />

Investigations<br />

Sunday, 14:20-15:40 | Monday, 10:20-11:40<br />

LEVEL: INTERMEDIATE<br />

Sherman McGrew, J.D., CFE<br />

Program Analyst, TSA<br />

NETHERLANDS<br />

Investigating your own colleagues for fraud is an extremely<br />

difficult situation and poses unique challenges, particularly<br />

when the suspected fraudster might continue to<br />

be employed at the same <strong>com</strong>pany as the investigator.<br />

How does one interview a friend? When is it time to back<br />

off from an internal investigation and bring in an outside<br />

source? This session will explore how to tackle the internal<br />

investigation, detect falsehood and avoid the pitfalls<br />

when dealing with coworkers and friends.<br />

3C/8C Fighting the Cybersecurity<br />

War in the Middle East<br />

Sunday, 10:20-11:40 | Monday, 8:30-9:50<br />

LEVEL: INTERMEDIATE<br />

Iyad Mourtada, CFE, CIA, CMA, CCSA<br />

Managing Director, OpenThinking<br />

UNITED ARAB EMIRATES<br />

Many organisations and government entities in the Middle<br />

East are facing unprecedented levels of cyberattacks.<br />

However, the infrastructure and culture of many organisations<br />

are not ready to deal with cyber threats or establish<br />

the right controls. As such, it’s no surprise that the current<br />

estimated value of the Middle Eastern cybersecurity<br />

market is nearly USD 23 billion. This session will explore<br />

global trends in cybersecurity and the current and future<br />

cyber threats facing the Middle East.<br />

SELECTED SESSIONS / COURSE DETAILS<br />

12B Fraud Risk Assessments in<br />

Financial Institutions<br />

Tuesday, 14:20-15:40<br />

LEVEL: INTERMEDIATE<br />

Charanjeet Singh, CFE, CISM<br />

Head of Fraud Risk Management, FGB<br />

UNITED ARAB EMIRATES<br />

Investigation reports and loss data provide the fertile<br />

ground on which the seeds of a fraud risk assessment<br />

(FRA) can be sowed, and the ensuing process should<br />

involve walk-throughs, sample testing and, if allowed,<br />

mystery shopping to identify the risk scenarios, efficiency<br />

of existing controls and residual risks. This session will<br />

present key challenges and techniques to address during<br />

the various stages of the FRA for a financial institution,<br />

including planning, field work, presenting the results and<br />

follow up. You’ll also learn useful tips on the identification<br />

of high-risk processes in the financial institution, standard<br />

risk scenarios, mitigating measures, risk rating of the scenarios<br />

and residual risk to derive risk rating.<br />

TRACK C<br />

2C Panel: Taking Your Fraud<br />

Examination to Other Countries<br />

Sunday, 8:30-9:50<br />

LEVEL: OVERVIEW<br />

Moderator: Ralph Stobwasser<br />

Managing Director, Deloitte<br />

UNITED ARAB EMIRATES<br />

Fraud is no longer local, it is global. Frauds are being <strong>com</strong>mitted<br />

from outside of the native country against organisations<br />

at an increasing rate. As a fraud examiner, you<br />

need to be aware before pursuing these cases that customs<br />

and laws might drastically alter how a fraud examination<br />

is conducted. The success of the fraud examination<br />

that crosses borders rests on the delicate balancing<br />

act of managing the process while not adding additional<br />

<strong>com</strong>plexity to the case. This panel discussion will address<br />

the risks and practices associated the conducting a fraud<br />

examination in a foreign jurisdiction.<br />

6C/9C Fraud Analytics: A Fresh<br />

Approach to Mining Financial Data<br />

Sunday, 14:20-15:40 | Monday, 10:20-11:40<br />

LEVEL: INTERMEDIATE<br />

Stephen Crowe<br />

Director, Deloitte Corporate Finance Limited<br />

UNITED ARAB EMIRATES<br />

In an age when our digital lifestyles are dominated by<br />

icons, emoticons and symbols, have you ever wondered<br />

why we still predominately rely on textual rows and columns<br />

to make sense of mass volumes of financial data?<br />

Data visualisation has now <strong>com</strong>e of age in the world of<br />

forensic accounting and this session will provide you with<br />

a glimpse into the future of visually examining entire financial<br />

data sets through a graphical interface that allows<br />

unprecedented access to “information with impact” that<br />

might be hidden within your financial data universe.<br />

12C The Role of Internal Audit in the<br />

Prevention and Detection of Fraud<br />

Tuesday, 14:20-15:40<br />

LEVEL: INTERMEDIATE<br />

Abdelmonem Gabr, CIA, CRMA, CFSA<br />

Internal Audit Manager, Ahli United Bank<br />

EGYPT<br />

Fraud negatively impacts organisations in many ways,<br />

and although it is management’s responsibility to design<br />

internal controls to prevent, detect and mitigate fraud,<br />

the internal auditors are the ideal party for assessing the<br />

effectiveness of the controls. This session will help you<br />

understand the changes and challenges of the internal<br />

auditor in fraud prevention and detection, and what value<br />

the role can add.<br />

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TRACK D<br />

2D Compliance and Anti-Corruption:<br />

Implementing an Anti-Corruption<br />

Programme<br />

Sunday, 8:30-9:50<br />

LEVEL: INTERMEDIATE<br />

Serhan Gokturk, CFE, CIA<br />

Chief Auditor, Enforcement & Surveillance Board, Borsa Istanbul<br />

TURKEY<br />

Companies must recognise the need for developing and implementing<br />

robust anti-corruption and <strong>com</strong>pliance programmes. An<br />

understanding of corruption risks, schemes and potential legal<br />

consequences is a prerequisite for an effective risk assessment<br />

and should be followed by implementation of a strong anti-corruption<br />

and <strong>com</strong>pliance programme. The session will offer a detailed<br />

explanation of implementing an anti-corruption programme, including<br />

legal framework, corruption risk assessment and <strong>com</strong>mon<br />

corruption issues.<br />

3D/8D Fraud Examination Interviewing<br />

Techniques<br />

Sunday, 10:20-11:40 | Monday, 8:30-9:50<br />

LEVEL: INTERMEDIATE<br />

Bruce Dorris, J.D., CFE, CPA, CVA<br />

Vice President, Program Director, <strong>ACFE</strong><br />

UNITED STATES<br />

Fraud examinations are <strong>com</strong>prised of many <strong>com</strong>ponents. One of<br />

the most critical is also one of the most difficult to master: the<br />

fraud interview. Whether it is fact witnesses or possible suspects,<br />

mastering the intricacies of an interview can mean the difference<br />

between a successful conclusion to a fraud case or an unresolved<br />

one. In this session hear a former prosecutor illustrate some of the<br />

best practices of successful interviewers.<br />

6D/9D Global Expectations for<br />

Addressing Fraud Risk and the<br />

Investigative Process<br />

Sunday, 14:20-15:40 | Monday, 10:20-11:40<br />

LEVEL: INTERMEDIATE<br />

Waheed Alkahtani, CFE, CCEP-I<br />

Senior Auditor, Saudi Aramco<br />

SAUDI ARABIA<br />

The development of a fraud risk management (FRM) programme<br />

is a proactive approach to protect organisations, promote <strong>com</strong>pliance<br />

among the work environment and encourage transparency<br />

in the workplace. This session will highlight the key elements<br />

and present a case study of Saudi Aramco’s implementation of a<br />

risk-based anti-fraud programme that reflects the <strong>com</strong>pany’s global<br />

presence. This session will discuss two basic approaches for<br />

developing an effective <strong>com</strong>pliance programme and examine the<br />

three critical stages: planning, deployment and administration.<br />

12D Criminology, Corporate Fraud<br />

and Corruption Prevention in Averting<br />

Corporate Collapses<br />

Tuesday, 14:20-15:40<br />

LEVEL: INTERMEDIATE<br />

Maria Krambia-Kapardis, FCA<br />

Associate Professor, Cyprus University of Technology,<br />

Chair of the Board, Transparency International-Cyprus<br />

CYPRUS<br />

Andreas Kapardis<br />

Professor, Legal Psychology, University of Cyprus<br />

CYPRUS<br />

Recent years have demonstrated that preventing corporate fraud<br />

and corruption can avert corporate collapses. Improving on the<br />

fraud triangle, a new holistic model of Corruption and Corporate<br />

Fraud Prevention (CCFP) is proposed that <strong>com</strong>prises three interdependent<br />

pillars holding the prevention edifice. Each pillar represents<br />

one level of analysis and contains specific measures to<br />

prevent corruption and corporate fraud and reduce the risk of a<br />

financial crisis. The session will critique well-known approaches to<br />

corruption and corporate fraud prevention, and then detail the pillars<br />

of the CCFP model and examine requirements for a successful<br />

implementation.<br />

Course Details<br />

CPE Credit: 13<br />

Prerequisite: None<br />

Course Levels: Basic-Advanced<br />

Satisfaction Guarantee<br />

The 2016 <strong>ACFE</strong> Middle East Fraud Conference is<br />

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Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of<br />

continuing professional education on the National<br />

Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy<br />

have final authority on the acceptance<br />

of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints<br />

regarding registered sponsors may be submitted<br />

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Venue Information<br />

Atlantis, The Palm<br />

Crescent Road, The Palm<br />

Dubai, United Arab Emirates<br />

Hotel Information<br />

The <strong>ACFE</strong> does not have a room block established at<br />

Atlantis, The Palm. Attendees requiring ac<strong>com</strong>modations<br />

may contact the resort at +971-4-426-2000 for<br />

the best available rate.<br />

VENUE + HOTEL INFORMATION / REGISTRATION FORM<br />

As an alternative, attendees may also contact any of<br />

the below listed hotels. Please note that the <strong>ACFE</strong><br />

does not have a negotiated group rate at any of the<br />

hotels listed.<br />

Ramada Plaza Jumeirah Beach Residence<br />

Tel: +800-9-8888 or +971-4-800-8888<br />

Movenpick Hotel Jumeirah Beach<br />

Tel: +971-4-449-8888<br />

Yassat Gloria Hotel & Apartments<br />

Tel: +971-4-381-8888<br />

Sheraton Dubai Mall of the Emirates Hotel<br />

Tel: +971-4-377-2000<br />

Fraser Suites Dubai<br />

Tel: +971-4-440-1400<br />

InterContinental Dubai Marina<br />

International Inquiries: +971-4-446-6777<br />

Marina Hotel Apartments<br />

Tel: +971-4-399-6644<br />

Cancellation Policy — Our cancellation policy is intended to keep costs low for attendees. Due<br />

to financial obligations incurred by <strong>ACFE</strong>, Inc. you must cancel your registration prior to the start<br />

of the event. Cancellations received less than 14 calendar days prior to an event start date are<br />

subject to a USD 100 administrative fee. No refunds or credits will be given for cancellations<br />

received on or after the start date of the event. Those who do not cancel and do not attend are<br />

responsible for the full registration fee. Terms and conditions are subject to change without<br />

notice. Visit <strong>ACFE</strong>.<strong>com</strong> for the latest updates.<br />

*Payment must be received by early registration deadline to receive discount.<br />

I understand if I reserve a room at the course hotel, the hotel may disclose to <strong>ACFE</strong> non-financial<br />

reservation information (name, dates of stay) for the purpose of confirming the event room<br />

block.<br />

Speakers subject to change.<br />

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member benefits that will help you in your fight<br />

against fraud.<br />

Be<strong>com</strong>ing a member of the <strong>ACFE</strong> is the first<br />

step toward be<strong>com</strong>ing a Certified Fraud<br />

Examiner (CFE). Earning the CFE credential<br />

will position you as an anti-fraud expert,<br />

helping you to further your professional<br />

growth and advance your career.<br />

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containing my image or likeness for any promotional purpose, without <strong>com</strong>pensation.<br />

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purposes. In no event will <strong>ACFE</strong> share your phone or email address with these sponsors or<br />

exhibitors.<br />

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2016 <strong>ACFE</strong> Middle East Fraud Conference


2016 <strong>ACFE</strong> MIDDLE EAST FRAUD CONFERENCE<br />

14-15 February | Atlantis, The Palm | Dubai<br />

HOW TO REGISTER: Complete the registration form and return to Member Services by email to MemberServices@<strong>ACFE</strong>.<strong>com</strong>,<br />

by fax to +1 (512) 478-9297, or by mail to 716 West Ave, Austin, TX, 78701-2727, USA. Registration is also available online at<br />

<strong>ACFE</strong>.<strong>com</strong>/<strong>MiddleEast</strong> or by calling +1 (512) 478-9000.<br />

SECTION 1: Attendee Information<br />

Name (first, last) q Dr. q Mr. q Mrs. q Ms.<br />

Email Address<br />

Name on Badge (e.g. James or Jim)<br />

Phone<br />

Fax<br />

<strong>ACFE</strong> Member (q Yes q No)? If Yes, Member #<br />

Other Designations (CPA, etc.)<br />

Address: q Home q Business<br />

Company<br />

Title<br />

City State/Province Zip/Routing/Postal Code<br />

Country<br />

SECTION 2: Registration Packages<br />

Terms and Conditions<br />

Early Registration*<br />

(through 14 January)<br />

Standard Registration<br />

(after 14 January)<br />

Government<br />

Rate<br />

q Members USD 1145 USD 1295 USD 895<br />

q Non-Members USD 1345 USD 1495 USD 1095<br />

TOTAL: $ ______________________<br />

SECTION 3: Method of Payment<br />

❑❑<br />

YES, I signed up to be a member of the <strong>ACFE</strong> and would like to sign up for Automatic Dues Renewal (ADR) and save 10% on<br />

my annual dues using the credit card provided.<br />

❑❑<br />

Charge my (cards charged in U.S. dollars)<br />

*Payment — Payment must be received by<br />

14 January 2016 to obtain early registration<br />

savings. You will receive your conference bag,<br />

course materials, name badge and any other<br />

event related materials on site at the registration<br />

area. Event fees do not include travel,<br />

lodging, incidentals and other meals.<br />

Cancellation Policy — Our cancellation policy<br />

is intended to keep costs low for attendees.<br />

Due to financial obligations incurred by <strong>ACFE</strong>,<br />

Inc. you must cancel your registration prior to<br />

the start of the event. Cancellations received<br />

less than 14 calendar days prior to an event<br />

start date are subject to a USD 100 administrative<br />

fee. No refunds or credits will be given for<br />

cancellations received on or after the start date<br />

of the event. Those who do not cancel and do<br />

not attend are responsible for the full registration<br />

fee. Terms and conditions are subject to<br />

change without notice. Visit <strong>ACFE</strong>.<strong>com</strong> for the<br />

latest updates.<br />

Card Number<br />

Cardholder Name (as shown on card)<br />

Billing Address<br />

City<br />

State<br />

Expiration Date (month/year)<br />

❑❑<br />

U.S. dollar check or money order enclosed<br />

(payable to the <strong>ACFE</strong>)<br />

❑❑<br />

Please bill me (must be paid prior to the event)<br />

❑❑<br />

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institutions only. Include a copy of PO)<br />

❑❑<br />

Wire transfer: contact the <strong>ACFE</strong> at<br />

+1 (512) 478-9000 or email<br />

Accounting@<strong>ACFE</strong>.<strong>com</strong> for banking details.<br />

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use or pub lish in print or electronic format, any<br />

photographs or video containing my image or<br />

likeness for any promotional purpose, without<br />

<strong>com</strong>pensation. Your mailing address may be<br />

disseminated to conference sponsors or exhibitors<br />

for promotional purposes. In no event will<br />

<strong>ACFE</strong> share your phone or email address with<br />

these sponsors or exhibitors.<br />

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Reference: _______________________________<br />

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