Fraud and Cyber Security

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About the course

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.

References

Reference:

  1. Action Fraud. (n.d.). What is Action Fraud? Available at: https://www.actionfraud.police.uk
  2. UK Government Fraud Landscape Report. (2023). Fraud in the UK Economy. Available at: https://www.gov.uk
  3. PwC Global Economic Crime and Fraud Survey. (2023). Insights into Economic Crime. Available at: https://www.pwc.com
  4. National Crime Agency (NCA). (n.d.). Tackling Serious and Organised Crime. Available at: https://www.nationalcrimeagency.gov.uk
  5. Fraud Advisory Panel. (n.d.). Guidance on Fraud Prevention. Available at: https://www.fraudadvisorypanel.org
  6. Verizon Data Breach Investigations Report. (2023). Analysis of Cybersecurity Threats. Available at: https://www.verizon.com/business/resources
  7. Cybersecurity Ventures. (2023). Global Ransomware Damage Costs. Available at: https://www.cybersecurityventures.com
  8. UK Cybercrime Report. (2023). Trends in Cyber-Enabled Crime. Available at: https://www.ncsc.gov.uk
  9. IBM Cost of a Data Breach Report. (2023). Data Breach Trends and Costs. Available at: https://www.ibm.com/security/data-breach
  10. National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC). (n.d.). Improving Cybersecurity Resilience. Available at: https://www.ncsc.gov.uk
  11. Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO). (n.d.). Data Protection and GDPR. Available at: https://ico.org.uk
  12. Ponemon Institute. (2023). The Cost of Data Breaches. Available at: https://www.ponemon.org
  13. Brownell, J. (2012). Listening: Attitudes, Principles, and Skills. New York: Pearson Education.
  14. The Journal of Patient Safety. (2022). The Role of Communication in Reducing Errors. Available at: https://www.journalpatientsafety.com
  15. Mehrabian, A. (1971). Silent Messages: Implicit Communication of Emotions and Attitudes. Belmont, CA: Wadsworth.
  16. Bruce Tuckman. (1965). Developmental Sequence in Small Groups. Psychological Bulletin.
  17. The World Health Organization (WHO). (2021). Effective Teamwork in Healthcare. Available at: https://www.who.int
  18. European Union. (2018). General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). Available at: https://gdpr-info.eu
  19. Clinical Nutrition. (2023). Cybersecurity and Data Protection in Healthcare. Available at: https://clinicalnutritionjournal.com
  20. Interpol. (n.d.). Cybercrime Overview and Prevention. Available at: https://www.interpol.int

 

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