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CFE Part 3
Investigation
About the Certification
This is a 100% practical certification specialized in Investigation & Case Handling. It focuses on investigation methodologies, evidence collection, fact analysis, and building a coherent case narrative. The certification aims to qualify professionals to understand the full investigation lifecycle from initiation to final report preparation while developing skills in testimony analysis, evidence documentation, conducting interviews, applying research and information-gathering techniques such as OSINT, and writing professional investigation reports. This makes it a suitable certification for anyone seeking professional expertise in institutional, security, or administrative investigations.
Main Curriculum
The curriculum is divided into six main sections
- Investigation Fundamentals
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- Investigation basics
- Investigation methodologies
- Types of investigations (Administrative – Criminal – Financial – Technical)
- Legal framework and the role of the investigator
- Fact-Finding and Analysis
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- Fact analysis
- Information correlation
- Building an event timeline
- Evidence Handling and Documentation
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- Evidence collection
- Chain of Custody
- Scene and incident documentation
- Open Source Intelligence and Information Gathering (OSINT)
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- Open-source research (OSINT)
- Background checks
- Collecting supporting information for cases
- Conducting Interviews and Witness Handling
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- Interviewing skills
- Testimony evaluation
- Behavioral analysis and non-verbal communication
- Case Reporting and Presentation
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- Writing investigation reports
- Presenting investigation findings
- Preparing documents suitable for submission to official authorities
Exam Details
- Exam duration: 2 hours
- Number of questions: 100 questions
- Question types: Multiple choice + True/False
- Language: English
- Passing score: Approximately 75%
- Exam fee: USD 475 (includes the first attempt for all sections; may vary by country and may include taxes)
- Certification validity: 5 years
Do I need certifications before it ?
No, not at all. However, in practice, it is recommended to have a basic understanding of investigation fundamentals and information-gathering techniques, basic knowledge of AML and compliance concepts for financial investigations, as well as skills in data and document analysis and the ability to write clear and objective reports.
Which certifications are recommended after this one ?
Not mandatory. However, for those seeking a strong professional path in investigation skills especially in evidence collection, interviewing, fact analysis, and investigation report writing the Investigation certification is considered the strongest option.
What are the main uses of the Investigation certification ?
- Digital Forensics & Cyber Investigation – Digital investigations, electronic evidence, and system analysis.
- Fraud Investigation & Financial Crimes – Financial fraud, banking crimes, and money laundering.
- CFE (Certified Fraud Examiner) – Fraud and financial corruption investigations.
- Cybersecurity & Incident Response – Security incidents and breach investigations.
- Risk, Compliance & GRC – Governance, risk, and regulatory compliance.
- Law & Legal Investigation Support – Supporting legal cases with evidence and technical investigations.
Your First Step Toward Investigation Skills :
The Investigation & Case Handling Professional certification provides practical skills in managing investigations from start to finish, analyzing evidence, conducting interviews, and building strong investigation reports. It is a foundational step for any professional seeking expertise in Investigations, Compliance, Fraud, and Governance.
Who is this certification suitable for ?
- Investigators.
- Compliance & Audit Teams.
- HR Investigation Officers.
- Fraud & Financial Crime Analysts.
- Risk & Corporate Governance Teams.
- Security & Incident Response Analysts.
- Anyone working in a role that requires internal or external investigations.