Company Profile
ICFE Group of Companies
International Cybercrime & Forensics Examiners SINGAPORE | MALAYSIA | HONG KONG
Integrity Accuracy Objectivity
From the desk of the Group Managing Director
Dear Friends, The economic climate is not a positive one, to say the least, and what began with the credit crunch has exploded into a full blown recession for almost all economies around the world. This is in part due to the many cases of fraud which have since surfaced. As a result, fraud prevention has become a major concern for many organisations, which is why we have decided to offer fraud assessment services.
Stanley Chia
CFE, CAMS, CFCI, ICPS, BEcon, MCom (Business Law)
Group Managing Director Chief Fraud Examiner ICFE Group of Companies
Alleged Ponzi schemes directed by Sir Robert Allen Stanford and Mr Bernard Lawrence Madoff are amongst the more sensational fraud cases internationally. On a note closer to home, four people were hauled to court on charges of being involved in a fraudulent investment scheme in connection with the controversial multi-level marketing firm Sunshine Empire. As a result of those follies, most companies are taking extra precautions when it comes to fraud prevention. Were these companies able to see the fraud in credit crunch coming? Did their existing risk management strategies not enable them to be ready when fraud struck? Why do most organisations remain complacent until disaster strikes? Fraud has always existed in organisations. If existing risk management strategies are not helping organisations to identify the risks that really matter, there is a need for change. FRAUD RISK ASSESSMENT is just the change you may have been waiting for. Unless it becomes part of the strategic planning process, organisations may continue to fail to recognise hidden dangers that lurk under the radar. Anti-fraud control measures have always been an integral part of our business. We make it our mission to support organisations in their defense against fraudulent activities with no further stain to their battered financial status. We strive to outdo our competitors and even ourselves in fraud risk methodologies. This is why we are now bringing you our latest programmes on Fraud Risk Assessment Programmes (FRAP), Fraud Advisory Services (FAS), Anti-Money Laundering Examinations (AMLE). More information on any of the abovementioned programmes can be found in the next few pages. If you have any questions, feel free to send me an email at: stanley@icfe-cg.com
Yours sincerely,
Fraud Risk Assessment Programmes (FRAPs) and Fraud Advisory Services (FAS) are integral to our consultancy services in relation to fraud management, detection and prevention. FRAPs are specialised, value-adding and independent audits focused on identifying fraud-related risk exposures within an organisation. You can read more about it later on in the booklet.
ICFE also aims to share its expertise with working professionals / organisations who wish to stay abreast of the latest developments in corporate skills and anti-fraud measures. We do this by organising various public training programmes, seminars, and customised in-house training programmes which are tailored to suit companies in their respective industries. All our trainers are highly experienced professionals in their respective fields and their insights will definitely enhance the existing knowledge you already have.
At ICFE, we focus on five areas of professional development: • Fraud Prevention & Management • Anti-Money Laundering • Ethics & Corporate Governance • Digital Forensics • Corporate Skills and Leadership Development
About ICFE Group of Companies
ICFE Group of Companies is dedicated to fraud risk management, investigation and prevention. Currently, we have established our presence in Singapore, Malaysia and Hong Kong, with China in the pipeline.
About ICFE Group of Companies
Currently, our seminars and conferences are predominantly held in Singapore, Malaysia, Hong Kong. ICFE also works with partners in other Asia Pacific regions including Shanghai and Thailand. You can find out more about our various training products from the page titled "Seminars and Conferences". ¬
Some of the programmes that we organise on a regular basis delve into the areas of: • Corporate Fraud Prevention & Management Workshop • Procurement Fraud Prevention • Interviewing & Profiling Techniques • Forensic Accounting • Digital Forensics • Team Building & Leadership Development
ICFE’s repeated clientele comes from both the public and private sectors in Singapore and Malaysia. The following lists are some of the organisation among the many we had served: Singapore Fraser and Neave Limited SMRT Corporation Singapore Stock Exchange Ritz-Carlton Millenia, Hospitality Purchasing Association (Singapore) Shangri-La International Hotel Management Ltd Central Provident Fund Board Casino Regulatory Authority Housing Development Board Malaysia Amanah Raya Berhad AmBank Group Bank Muamalat Malaysia Berhad Kenanga Investment Bank Berhad Malayan Banking Berhad Malaysia Airports Holdings Berhad Permodalan Nasional Berhad Securities Commission Malaysia Every member of ICFE is dedicated to bringing about a wholesome experience to all clients via Inspirational training, Innovative consultative work and programmes that build Intelligent minds. Last but not least, ICFE also in all that it does, always holds true to its 3 pillars of strength – Integrity, Accuracy and Objectivity.
Our unbeatable advantages over any advisory arm of major public accounting firms: • Being a leading practicing certified fraud examiners firm in the Asia Pacific region • Being staffed by practitioners who are Certified Fraud Examiners, Anti-Money Laundering Specialist and Financial Crimes Investigator. • We do not provide financial advisory or audit services. As such, conflict of interest is kept at bay and we are truly independent in our reviews. • Our fees are TRANSPARENT and there is NO hidden cost! • Our “follow-through” policies means that a Fraud Examiner will be there to ensure proper commencement, in-progress and post-review implementation • Our clients have access to 24 hours anti-fraud related services and support • All our clients can enjoy special discounts on any of our training programmes/seminars throughout the year • We do not outsource any of our functions, so there is no risk of breaching confidentiality • Last but not least, we will keep fraudulent activities at its lowest point
Simple Steps to Get Ahead Read through the information booklet. Decide which package/service you or your organisation need. If you need further advice, just email us at enquiry@icfe-cg.com or call us at: Singapore Office +65 6636 2308 Malaysia Office +603 2282 5406 Hong Kong Office +852 3511 9112 Our consultants will be ready to assist you. Our consultants, after understanding your needs, will arrange a meeting to discuss how we can assist you further. We look forward to be of service to you.
Why Choose ICFE Group of Companies
ICFE provides a whole array of customised and specialised anti-fraud-related services that will meet the demands of both your corporate and individual needs.
Specialised Training
Take your organisation to the next level with our in-house training programmes, which are designed to suit the needs of each individual and their organisations. Our range of topics is designed to empower your employees with valuable corporate and financial skills.
Here are some of our popular topics: ¬ • Financial Training • Financial Statement Analysis • Financial Risk Management • White Collar Crime Prevention • Anti-Money Laundering • Fraud Detection & Investigation • Combating Corporate Fraud • Procurement Fraud • Managing Fraud using Digital Forensic Tools • Obtaining & Securing Digital Evidence • Internal Controls • Fraud & Computer Security • Interviewing & Profiling Techniques • Corporate Skills and Leadership Development • Corporate Governance & Business Ethics • Leadership Skills • Team-Building Skills • Business Communication & Protocol
The themes for our seminars and conferences are taken from our specialty areas of Finance, Fraud Prevention, Anti-Money Laundering, Digital Forensics, and Corporate Skills & Leadership Development.¬
ICFE Group of Companies organises annual conference with various partners and associations. For the latest details, do visit our website at www.icfe-cg.com.
The following are some of our popular, on-demand programmes that we organise on a regular basis: • Combating Corporate Fraud • Understanding & Developing a Fraud Risk Management Programme for Your Organisation • Interviewing & Profiling Techniques • Digital Forensics • Procurement Fraud
Visit our website today for the latest schedule of our programme offerings.
Seminars and Conferences
Besides our core business of consultancy services, ICFE Group of Companies also organises many successful public training seminars and conferences annually, mainly in Singapore, Malaysia, Hong Kong and Thailand.
ICFE People Skill Development
ICFE People Skill Development (IPSD) is a business division of the ICFE Group of Companies. IPSD was established to share its expertise with working professionals / organisations who wish to stay abreast of the latest development in corporate and soft skills. IPSD organises customised in-house training programmes which are tailored to suit the specific soft skill training needs of companies across the respective industries. All our trainers are highly experienced professionals in their respective areas of expertise and their insights will definitely enhance and enrich the already-attained knowledge our participants have. Every member of ICFE group of companies is dedicated to bringing about a wholesome experience to all friends and clients via Inspirational training, Innovative consultative work and programme to build Intelligent minds. Our Product & Services At A Glance IPSD's products consist of management development programmes designed for the enhancement of attitudes, skills and knowledge of its participants from all levels of management. Its current product offering includes but is not limited to: Services • Corporate Skills • Strategic Conversations Facilitation • Scenario Planning • Change Management • Positive Culture Development • Knowledge Management • Training Needs Analysis Programmes • Employee Assistance Programme • Group Therapy Programme • Psychometric Profiling (DiSC Emergenetics, Myers-Briggs Type Indicator) • Leadership Development • Stress Management • Supervisory Skills Training • Teambuilding Training • Facilitation Skills for Project Team Leaders • Systems Thinking • Dynamics of Body Language • Client Relationship Management • The Art of Networking • Professional Business Protocol For more information, please contact us at enquiry.ipsd@icfe-cg.com.
ICFE has drawn up a detailed and systematic approach to dealing with fraudulent activities and fraud risk. Our clients may choose from either our Fraud Risk Assessment Programmes (FRAPs) or our Fraud Advisory Services (FAS), which are key operational frameworks devised for the purposes of fraud management, detection & prevention.
Our anti-fraud consultants are practicing Certified Fraud Examiners (CFEs) who have received training, assessment and accreditation from the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE) in Texas, USA. The ACFE is currently the world's largest & most effective fraud prevention organisation. You may find out more about the ACFE from their website www.acfe.com.
In the area of Digital Forensics, our consultants are seasoned investigators armed with years of experience & their own digital laboratories, which are integral to investigations which require evidence to be presented before judicial courts.
Consultancy Services
Whether you suspect a fraud within your organisation, or simply wish to strengthen your company's defense against the risk of economic crime, the ICFE Group of Companies stands ready to support your business goals. An anti-fraud consultancy firm first and foremost, we are dedicated to fraud risk management, investigation & prevention in all its forms. ICFE also provides services in Digital Forensics, which provides our clients with the edge over fraud risks faced on the Information Technology front.
Our Services – An Overview
Fraud Risk Assessment Programmes (FRAP)
Service Packages
Fraud Risk Assessment
Fraud Risk Consultancy
24 hour Independent Fraud Reporting/ Whistle Blowing Services
Training
(Min 12 months)
Standard
Yes
-
-
Yes (1 session)
Advance
Yes
Yes
-
Yes (2-3 sessions)
Premium
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes (4 sessions)
Fraud Risk Assessment (FRA) is a comprehensive and multi-faceted approach in controlling and minimising fraud risk within a corporation or a specific business function. It assesses all processes, functions and practices of a corporation with its unique methodologies, in identifying lapses, weak control areas (WCA) and potential fraud risk points (FRP). ¬ Thereafter, our certified assessor will review the assessment points with the corporation or business function. During that time, the assessor will also recommend steps, strategies and possible solutions to address the WCAs and FRPs. ¬ Fraud Prevention/Risk Consultancy (FPC) aims at complementing the corporation’s existing policies, controls and risk management measures to prevent the occurrence of fraudulent activities. After understanding the client’s needs, our consultant will review existing (if any) policies and/or measures. The review period will vary, depending on the size of the corporation, the needs of the corporation and the number of functions being assessed. Interviewing staff, on-site visits and surprise checks are some of the things that the review encompasses. If you wish to build a fraud prevention/risk/whistle blowing framework, we can provide a one-stop service: from Discovery Interviews, Designing the Framework, Implementation, Staff Trainings and Performing Subsequent Reviews.
Do note that we only respond to reports from registered clients. All other reports will either be ignored or forwarded to the authorities. *Only available for Malaysia and Hong Kong regionÂŹ
Consultant reviews report and forwards to appointed person
Whistle-blowing or reporting of suspected fraud
Client decides what to do or engage other services
Suggestions will be included on next course of actions
Training sessions are either conducted based on 1)
The services engaged by the clients to provide awareness or educating the staff Or
2)
Tailored knowledge-based sessions aimed at enhancing the skill set of staff.
Our Services – An Overview
Our 24 hours Independent Fraud Reporting Services (FRS)* provide our clients and their employees with a round the clock independent channel to report suspected fraudulent activities. Our channel is manned by trained consultants who will assess the report and forward it to the person appointed by the company (identity of this person will be kept confidential). At the same time, we will also include our suggestions for the next course of action. A simple flow diagram below shows how this works:ÂŹ
Our Services – An Overview
Fraud Advisory Services (FAS)
Service Packages
Fraud Examination Services
24 hour Fraud Independent Prevention Fraud Reporting/ Consultancy Whistle Blowing Services
Training
(Min 12 months)
Standard
-
Yes
-
Yes (1 session)
Advance
-
Yes
Yes
Yes (2-3 sessions)
Premium
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes (4 sessions)
Fraud Examination Services (FES) deal mainly with organisations’ post fraud occurrences. Our highly skilled Certified Fraud Examiners (CFE) will be assigned to examine each case referred to us. Some of our main components of fraud examination services are: • Investigation / Forensic Accounting • Obtaining and Processing Evidence • Interviewing and Profiling • Expert Witness Services • Loss Recovery
All cases will be dealt with independently and treated with strict confidentiality.
Service Packages
Anti-Money Laundering Investigation
Anti-Money Laundering Consultancy
Standard
-
Yes
Yes (1 session)
Premium
Yes
Yes
Yes (4 sessions)
Anti-Money Laundering Training
Anti-Money Laundering Investigation (AMI) assists clients in examining suspicious transactions and ascertaining whether there are any money laundering activities. Thereafter, we will also recommend rectifying actions for our clients’ consideration. Our services involve investigating suspicious financial activities, transactions tracing, customer due diligence, employees due diligence, investigative interviewing and, if necessary, coordination with the authorities. In a nutshell, we are a one-stop AML centre. Anti-Money Laundering Consultancy (AMLC) provides clients support in complying to and sustaining their anti-money laundering control environments. Some of the services provided by our highly-skilled consultants are: • Advisory and Design of a Sustainable AML Framework • Advisory on AML Compliance • Review and Independent Audit of Existing AML Controls and Policies • Implementation of New AML Control Environments and Policies
Our Services – An Overview
Anti-Money Laundering Examinations
ICFE Training Calendar 2013
ICFE Training Calendar 2013 PROGRAMME
DATES
ICFE CONSULTANCY GROUP PTE LTD ➢ White Collar Crimes at Your Front Door!
27 February
➢ Procurement Fraud & Conflict of Interest
19 April
➢ Internal Control Masterclass - A Fraud Risk Management Perspective ➢ Forensic Investigative Psychology
10 May
➢ Procurement Fraud
15 November
27 September
ICFE MALAYSIA SDN BHD ➢ Procurement Fraud Awareness
6 - 7 March
➢ Defending AML - Sustainable Compliance for FIs
9 - 10 April
➢ Procurement Fraud Awareness
21 - 22 August
➢ Create and Sustain an Ethical Workplace Culture
3 September
➢ Investigative Interviewing Techniques
18 - 19 September
➢ Digital Investigation & Forensics Investigative Psychology
24 - 25 September
➢ The Art of Interviewing and Interrogation
19 - 20 November
➢ Fraud Investigation
3 - 4 December
CONFERENCE MALAYSIA ➢ International Cyber & Economic Crimes Conference 2013
22 - 23 October
ICFE PEOPLE SKILL DEVELOPMENT (IPSD) MALAYSIA ➢ The Essence of Sun Tzu’s Strategies for Businessmen, Sales and Managers
8 - 9 May
➢ The Essence of Sun Tzu’s Strategies for Businessmen, Sales and Managers
9 - 10 October
➢ Business Etiquette for All Professionals
26 - 27 November
Notice: Training dates are subject to change. ICFE reserves the rights to amend training dates and information due to unforeseen circumstances and/or circumstances which are beyond the control of ICFE. For more information on upcoming trainings, please email: enquiry@icfe-cg.com
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ICFE Consultancy Group Pte Ltd 47 Kallang Pudding Road #06-07, Crescent @ Kallang Singapore 349318 Tel: +65 6636 2308 Fax: +65 6636 1492 ICFE Malaysia Sdn Bhd Unit A-25-5, Blk A, Menara UOA, No. 5 Jalan Bangsar Utama 1, 59000 Bangsar Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur Tel: (603) 2282 5406 Fax: (603) 2282 5407 ICFE Hong Kong Co. Limited 20/F Wellable Commercial Building 513 Hennessy Road Causeway Bay, Hong Kong Tel: +852 3511 9112 Fax: +852 3511 9287
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