Fraud and Cyber Security

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This course provides an in-depth understanding of fraud, including its causes, types, and impacts, alongside essential cyber security principles to prevent fraud and safeguard sensitive information. Participants will also explore employer responsibilities, GDPR compliance, and practical strategies for identifying, managing, and reporting fraud and cyber threats effectively.

What will you learn

The definition and categories of fraud, including internal, external, and third-party fraud.

The Fraud Triangle: how opportunity, motivation, and rationalisation contribute to fraudulent behaviour.

The global economic impact of fraud and its sector-specific implications, such as healthcare fraud.

Key organisations working against fraud, including Action Fraud and the National Crime Agency (NCA).

Types of cyber threats and how the CIA Triad (Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability) guides cyber security practices.

Various forms of malware, including Trojans, ransomware, and fileless malware, and how to protect against them.

Advanced phishing techniques and social media risks, such as spear phishing and profile hijacking.

Best practices for password security, Wi-Fi safety, and managing digital footprints to prevent identity theft.

Legal responsibilities under GDPR, including data protection, breach notification, and role-based access controls.

Employer responsibilities in fraud prevention and cyber security, including training, policy enforcement, and auditing.

Fraud risks in care homes and home care staff, with practical preventive measures and red flags to identify abuse.

Advanced cyber security measures, such as network segmentation, real-time backups, and quantum-resistant encryption.

Course Content

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Module 1: Understanding Fraud 6 Topics

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What is Fraud?

Ingredients of Fraud

An Economic Crime

Organisations Working Against Fraud

Types of Fraud

Third Party Fraud

Module 2: Cyber Security Fundamentals 5 Topics

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Introduction to Cyber Security

Internal and External Threats

The CIA Triad

Types of Malwares

Protecting Against Malware

Module 3: Cyber Fraud and Reporting 5 Topics | 1 Quiz

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Cyber Fraud

Phishing and Social Media Risks

Good Password Security

Reporting Fraud

Data Breaches and the ICO

Knowledge check – Sorting questions: Understanding Cyber Security Fundamentals / Cyber Fraud and Reporting

Module 4: Advanced Cyber Security Measures 6 Topics

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Improving Cyber Security

Wi-Fi Safety and Password Attacks

Digital Footprints and Identity Theft

Duty of Confidentiality and GDPR

Fraud Risks in Care Homes and Home Care Staff

Employer Responsibilities in Cyber Security and Fraud Prevention

Case Study 1 Topic

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Case Study: Cyber Fraud in a Care Organisation

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References

Reference:

Action Fraud. (n.d.). What is Action Fraud? Available at: https://www.actionfraud.police.uk
UK Government Fraud Landscape Report. (2023). Fraud in the UK Economy. Available at: https://www.gov.uk
PwC Global Economic Crime and Fraud Survey. (2023). Insights into Economic Crime. Available at: https://www.pwc.com
National Crime Agency (NCA). (n.d.). Tackling Serious and Organised Crime. Available at: https://www.nationalcrimeagency.gov.uk
Fraud Advisory Panel. (n.d.). Guidance on Fraud Prevention. Available at: https://www.fraudadvisorypanel.org
Verizon Data Breach Investigations Report. (2023). Analysis of Cybersecurity Threats. Available at: https://www.verizon.com/business/resources
Cybersecurity Ventures. (2023). Global Ransomware Damage Costs. Available at: https://www.cybersecurityventures.com
UK Cybercrime Report. (2023). Trends in Cyber-Enabled Crime. Available at: https://www.ncsc.gov.uk
IBM Cost of a Data Breach Report. (2023). Data Breach Trends and Costs. Available at: https://www.ibm.com/security/data-breach
National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC). (n.d.). Improving Cybersecurity Resilience. Available at: https://www.ncsc.gov.uk
Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO). (n.d.). Data Protection and GDPR. Available at: https://ico.org.uk
Ponemon Institute. (2023). The Cost of Data Breaches. Available at: https://www.ponemon.org
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The Journal of Patient Safety. (2022). The Role of Communication in Reducing Errors. Available at: https://www.journalpatientsafety.com
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The World Health Organization (WHO). (2021). Effective Teamwork in Healthcare. Available at: https://www.who.int
European Union. (2018). General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). Available at: https://gdpr-info.eu
Clinical Nutrition. (2023). Cybersecurity and Data Protection in Healthcare. Available at: https://clinicalnutritionjournal.com
Interpol. (n.d.). Cybercrime Overview and Prevention. Available at: https://www.interpol.int