
Welcome to the Course! In this first lecture of the course, we'll explore what this course is all about, and of course...I'll introduce myself.
Okay...before we get into the course, let's get started on an activity to find out more about you.
Learn what fraud in banking really means, its impact on customers, and why it’s one of the industry’s biggest challenges.
In this lecture we’ll explore the classic fraud triangle and how pressure, opportunity, and rationalization drive misconduct.
Fraud risk management is a global problem. In this lecture uncover how fraud erodes trust, revenue, and reputation.
Learn how fraud is classified across internal, external, cyber, and emerging categories — and why this matters.
In this lecture we’ll explore how insider misconduct occurs and why internal fraud is uniquely difficult to detect.
Learn about staff override schemes, embezzlement, and misuse of authority through real-world examples.
Fraud risk management is about foresight. In this lecture uncover controls that stop fraud before it escalates.
Explore a practical case study to see how internal fraud unfolds — and how it could have been prevented.
Learn how fraudsters target banks from the outside and the most common types of external fraud attacks.
In this lecture we’ll explore check fraud, account takeovers, APP scams, and card-based fraud techniques.
Fraud risk management is about resilience. Uncover how fraudsters exploit loans, credit, and lending processes.
Learn how phishing, malware, and social engineering create cyber-enabled fraud risks for banks.
In this lecture we’ll walk through real-world fraud cases to see how schemes evolve and how banks respond.
Learn how to spot red flags and indicators that signal when a fraud may be happening.
In this lecture we’ll explore how banks use AI and data analytics to detect suspicious activity.
Fraud risk management requires action. Learn how banks investigate fraud, gather evidence, and respond.
Learn about segregation of duties, dual control, reconciliations, and other safeguards against fraud.
Fraud prevention is cultural. Explore how “tone at the top,” ethics, and accountability reduce fraud risk.
In this lecture we’ll explore how banks educate staff and customers to recognize and report fraud.
Learn how banks structure fraud risk oversight, from committees to lines of defense.
In this lecture we’ll explore global fraud frameworks that guide risk management and internal controls.
Fraud risk management is also about compliance. Learn what regulators expect and how banks meet those standards.
In this lecture uncover the rise of deepfakes, crypto-related fraud, and the evolving fraud landscape.
Learn from real case studies to connect fraud theory to practice and strengthen your understanding.
In this optional lecture, hear from an expert at Lloyds Bank on the practical application of managing fraud risk in banking.
As we get into the tail end of the course, let's take an opportunity to reflect on what you've learned in this course.
Think like a fraud risk professional. Learn how fraud in banking actually happens — from insider schemes and embezzlement to phishing, cyber-enabled scams, and red-flag detection techniques.
What if you could walk into a banking, risk, compliance or even fintech role — with a clear, practical understanding of how fraud really works?
In this course, you’ll go beyond jargon and buzzwords and get a structured breakdown of the fraud landscape in banking — from internal staff fraud and override schemes to account takeovers, APP scams, loan fraud, and crypto-related threats.
Whether you're new to the space, pivoting from another banking or fintech role, or building onboarding content for new hires — this course delivers the essential knowledge you need to understand modern fraud risk in banking.
Fraud in Banking – Essentials is a practical, industry-aligned course. It’s designed to give you more than theory — it gives you real-world insight, explained simply.
In this course, you’ll learn how to:
Understand the categories of fraud in banking — internal vs external, traditional vs emerging
Follow how fraudsters exploit products, systems, and human vulnerabilities
Identify red flags, early warning signs, and detection techniques used by banks
Explore governance structures, cultural safeguards, and regulatory expectations shaping fraud prevention
Decode how controls like segregation of duties, dual authorization, and monitoring systems reduce risk
Connect fraud detection to compliance, investigation processes, and real-world bank operations
You’ll also get:
Guided walkthroughs of how fraud really happens in banks, explained by an industry expert
Side-by-side breakdowns of legacy fraud methods vs. modern cyber-enabled scams
Quizzes, assignments, and practical case examples to support deep learning
Industry-aligned content designed for immediate job-readiness
And—this course is part of the Banking & Finance Guild’s pathway program. That means you’ll be building towards professional recognition in banking as you complete key foundational topics (details inside the course).
By the end of this course, you won’t just understand fraud — you’ll think and speak like a fraud risk, compliance, banking or fintech professional.
I’m Rían Chapman, and I’ve worked across banking, financial crime, digital transformation, and strategy in global institutions. My courses have helped over 100,000 students around the world build job-ready skills and launch careers that matter.
So whether you're looking to land your first banking role or deepen your expertise in fraud risk, this is your starting point for mastering the essentials.
Click Enroll Now to begin your journey into the world of fraud in banking.