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ACFE CFE-Investigation Exam Overview:
| Certification Vendor: | ACFE (Association of Certified Fraud Examiners) |
|---|---|
| Exam Name: | Certified Fraud Examiner - Investigation Exam |
| Exam Number: | CFE-Investigation |
| Certificate Validity Period: | 2 years (extendable by 1 year) |
| Exam Duration: | 150 minutes |
| Exam Format: | Closed-book, Multiple Choice, True/False |
| Real Exam Qty: | 120 |
| Related Certifications: | Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) - Fraud Prevention & Deterrence Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) - Law Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) - Financial Transactions & Fraud Schemes |
| Available Languages: | English |
| Passing Score: | 75% |
| Exam Price: | $480 USD |
| Recommended Training: | Fraud Examination Manual CFE Exam Review Course |
| Exam Registration: | ACFE Official Registration Prometric Exam Scheduling |
| Sample Questions: | DOWNLOAD DEMO |
| Exam Way: | Online remote proctored or in-person at Prometric test centers |
| Pre Condition: | ACFE membership required; minimum 50 eligibility points (education + professional experience); meet character and ethics requirements |
| Official Syllabus URL: | https://www.acfe.com/examoutline/-/media/fde6a89275d248339f8ebb9bb5254b25.ashx |
ACFE CFE-Investigation Exam Syllabus Topics:
| Section | Weight | Objectives |
|---|---|---|
| Fraud Examination Overview | 10–15% | - Predication and investigation planning - Nature and scope of fraud examination - Fraud examination process and methodology |
| Evidence Collection and Preservation | 15–20% | - Analysis and interpretation of evidence - Types of evidence: documentary, digital, testimonial, physical - Rules and procedures for evidence gathering - Chain of custody and evidence handling |
| Sources of Information | 15–20% | - Financial and transactional tracing - Digital and open-source intelligence - Public records and databases |
| Reporting and Case Resolution | 10–15% | - Communicating findings to stakeholders - Case closure and follow-up actions - Structure and content of investigation reports |
| Interview Theory and Application | 15–20% | - Planning and preparing for interviews - Purpose and objectives of interviews - Questioning techniques and communication skills - Documenting and recording interviews |
| Covert Operations and Informants | 5–10% | - Concept and use of covert operations - Legal and ethical boundaries - Working with sources and informants |
| Admission-Seeking Interviews and Statements | 10–15% | - Purpose and legal considerations - Conducting admission-seeking interviews - Obtaining and validating signed statements |
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The CFE-Investigation exam is a ACFE certification exam covering the ACFE Certified Fraud Examiner - Investigation syllabus shown above. It forms part of these credential paths: Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) - Financial Transactions & Fraud Schemes, Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) - Law, Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) - Fraud Prevention & Deterrence. Most candidates are working people studying around jobs and families, which is why PracticeVCE built its 184 practice questions for fragmented schedules — PDF, Desktop Test Engine, and Online Test Engine formats included.
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The official ACFE Certified Fraud Examiner - Investigation outline divides the exam into 7 domains, the largest being Sources of Information (15–20%), Evidence Collection and Preservation (15–20%), and Reporting and Case Resolution (10–15%). The full list is in the topics section above, and PracticeVCE's 184 practice questions address every domain in it.
Registration for the ACFE Certified Fraud Examiner - Investigation exam costs $480 USD, and the passing score is 75%. Retaking means paying the fee again, so check your level with the PracticeVCE engines before you commit to a date.
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ACFE membership required; minimum 50 eligibility points (education + professional experience); meet character and ethics requirements Since requirements can change, confirm the current version on the official ACFE exam page before scheduling.
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ACFE Certified Fraud Examiner - Investigation Sample Questions:
Due to risks of illicit transactions, most jurisdictions require financial institutions to obtain information about which of the following from an institution with which they have a foreign correspondent relationship?
- A. The institution's branch addresses
- B. The institution's licenses or certifications
- C. The institution's client loan profiles
- D. The institution's tax statements
Correct Answer: B 🗳️
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Why do fraud examiners perform analysis on unstructured, or textual, data?
- A. To categorize data to reveal patterns, sentiments, and relationships indicative of fraud
- B. To find an admission of fraud m an email or other communication that can be presented in court
- C. To determine whether the footnotes to the financial statements are fairly presented
- D. To figure out whether someone is lying or telling the truth based on context duet
Correct Answer: A 🗳️
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Which of the following statements concerning a well-written fraud examination report is MOST ACCURATE?
- A. The report writer should avoid technical jargon where possible
- B. Signed copies of the fraud examiner's interview notes should be used to report interview details
- C. The report should convey all Information provided by witnesses
- D. Only relevant facts that support the fraud allegation should be included in the report
Correct Answer: A 🗳️
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Which of the following can be obtained from a wire transfer record?
- A. The recipient's government identification number
- B. The sending institution's accreditation type
- C. The name of the receiving institution's registered agent
- D. The name of the sender or originator
Correct Answer: D 🗳️
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When a fraud examiner is conducting an examination and is in the process of collecting documents, the fraud examiner should:
- A. Organize all the documents obtained in chronological order
- B. Make copies of originals and leave the originals where they were found
- C. Establish a document database early in the investigation
- D. Dust all physical key documents for fingerprints
Correct Answer: C 🗳️
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