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It had been a hectic moment for the students who undertook the Anti Money Laundering and Financial Criminology course towards the end of the semester since they had to finalize their final research project. The project requires the students to work in group and to choose real financial fraud cases and to simulate the cases with latest analytical techniques in fraud investigation. Throughout the semester, the students have been exposed to various real-life financial fraud cases. They had to present two prior cases where they had to; identify possible weaknesses in the internal control system; understand the theories underpinning fraudulent behaviours and; learn to use new tools that can be handy and useful in financial fraud investigation.

Master students from the Anti Money Laundering and Financial Criminology course need to present their local financial fraud cases, a complementary program for the students. In the presentation, the students showcased different analytical techniques which include Beniesh M-Score Model, Horizontal & Analytical Analysis, Ratio Analysis. Fraud Risk Indicator Typology, Risk Management Model, Financial Integrity model, Accounting Anamolies Analysis. Some of the local cases presented include Transmile Berhad, Megan Media Berhad, Nasioncom, Tat Sang Berhad, Jasatera Bhd, Wimems Corporation Bhd, Welli Multi Corporation and Inix Group. The focus of the presentation was to highlight financial fraud investigation framework as well as analysis of the data collected. Most of the companies who were involved with financial reporting-related issues have since either been suspended or delisted from the local bourse.

Master in Forensic Accounting and Financial Criminology Program formed the Protem Committee for the Forensic Accounting and Financial Criminology Association and the members of the association comprised of the program’s graduates. First introduced in July 2006, the Master program produced its first graduate cohort in August 2008. In addition to normal membership, the association will also admit students and practioners as associate members. The top three protem committee members comprise President, Mohd Rashid Tan Sri Musa; Mohd Haswadi Hassan (Deputy President) and Hesri Faizal Mohamed Din (Secretary). The formation of the association will path the way towards developing more qualified professionals

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In conjunction with the 7th International Conference of the Asia-Pacific Management Accounting Association (APMAA), Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) organized a PhD Colloquium at the Gallery of Tunku Ampuan Nur Zahirah. The discussants had given some very good feedback for all the papers presented. In fact, the PhD Colloquium 2011 is APMAA's latest initiative for its annual conference activity. More than fifty PhD students attended the one day colloquium held at the Wawasan Room, Universiti Teknologi MARA's beautiful green campus in Shah Alam.

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reporting-related issues have since either been suspended or delisted from the local bourse.

Master in Forensic Accounting and Financial Criminology Program formed the Protem Committee for the Forensic Accounting and Financial Criminology Association and the members of the association comprised of the program’s graduates. First introduced in July 2006, the Master program produced its first graduate cohort in August 2008. In addition to normal membership, the association will also admit students and practioners as associate members. The top three protem committee members comprise President, Mohd Rashid Tan Sri Musa; Mohd Haswadi Hassan (Deputy President) and Hesri Faizal Mohamed Din (Secretary). The formation of the association will path the way towards developing more qualified professionals

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It had been a hectic moment for the students who undertook the Anti Money Laundering and Financial Criminology course towards the end of the semester since they had to finalize their final research project. The project requires the students to work in group and to choose real financial fraud cases and to simulate the cases with latest analytical techniques in fraud investigation. Throughout the semester, the students have been exposed to various real-life financial fraud cases. They had to present two prior cases where they had to; identify possible weaknesses in the internal control system; understand the theories underpinning fraudulent behaviours and; learn to use new tools that can be handy and useful in financial fraud investigation.

Master students from the Anti Money Laundering and Financial Criminology course need to

NEW TOOLS & RESEARCH PROJECT IN FINANCIAL FRAUD INVESTIGATION

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NEW TOOLS & RESEARCH PROJECT IN FINANCIAL FRAUD INVESTIGATION

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Master in Forensic Accounting and Financial Criminology Program formed the Protem

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In conjunction with the 7th International Conference of the Asia-Pacific Management Accounting Association (APMAA), Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) organized a PhD Colloquium at the Association (APMAA), Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) organized a PhD Colloquium at the Association (APMAA), Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) organized a PhD Colloquium at the Gallery of Tunku Ampuan Nur Zahirah. The discussants had given some very good feedback for all the papers presented. In fact, the PhD Colloquium 2011 is APMAA's latest initiative for its annual the papers presented. In fact, the PhD Colloquium 2011 is APMAA's latest initiative for its annual conference activity. More than fifty PhD students attended the one day colloquium held at the conference activity. More than fifty PhD students attended the one day colloquium held at the Wawasan Room, Universiti Teknologi MARA's beautiful green campus in Shah Alam.

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The University’s Post Graduate Student Association organized another round of Rasch Model workshop with Mr Mohd Saidfudin Masodi, a Rasch Model consultant and facilitator. The two-day event was held at the Tun Abdul Razak Library’s IT laboratory.

Prof Humayon Dar and Prof Zabihollah, two renowned international scholars were invited as guest speakers for the ICFC 2011 held in Universiti Teknologi MARA, Shah Alam campus. They gave seminar on Islamic Financial Criminology to post graduate students and staff.

On 13-17 June 2011, a five-day PhD research workshop was held for the new cohort of aspiring candidates. The workshop was organized by the university's Institute of Leadership & Quality Management (ILQaM). Three of ARI's own members: Prof Dr Rashidah Abdul Rahman (Deputy Director of ARI ), Prof Dr Rozainun (Head of AFARe) and Prof Dr Normah Omar (Director of ARI)facilitated the workshop with more than sixty candidates attended the social-science group. At the end of the workshop, participants presented their draft PhD research proposals. During the five-day workshop, participants were introduced to basic concepts such as research problems, research framework, research design, research methods, research variables, research questions, hypothesis, statistical analysis and research proposals. In addition to the technical aspects of research methodology, facilitators are often encouraged to share with participants their own experiences when they themselves were undertaking their PhD program

The Audit and Assurance Special Interest Group organized a half-day Seminar on The Latest Refor in Audiditing (Specialized Industry and IT Audit) on 28 April 2011. Held in Dewan Seminar, Menara SAAS, two papers were presented by audit practitioners during the seminar. The first paper "The Role of IT Audit in Fraud Detection" was presented by an auditor and consultant, Mr Aaron Lau from the AITLAU Management Service. On the other hands, the second paper, "Real Audit Case in a nutshell" was discussed by Mr Aminuddin Yahaya from Jamal Amin and Partners, an accounting firm.

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Alam campus. They gave seminar on Islamic Financial Criminology to post graduate

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On 13-17 June 2011, a five-day PhD research workshop was held for the new cohort of aspiring candidates. The workshop was organized by the university's Institute of Leadership & Quality Management (ILQaM). Three of ARI's own members: Prof Dr

research design, research methods, research variables, research questions, hypothesis, statistical analysis and research proposals. In were introduced to basic concepts such as research problems, research framework, research design, research methods, research variables, research questions, hypothesis, statistical analysis and research proposals. In addition to the technical aspects of research methodology, facilitators are often encouraged to share with participants their own experiences when they themselves were undertaking their PhD program

The Audit and Assurance Special Interest Group organized a half-day Seminar on The Latest Refor in Audiditing (Specialized Industry and IT Audit) on 28 April 2011. Held in Dewan Seminar, Refor in Audiditing (Specialized Industry and IT Audit) on 28 April 2011. Held in Dewan Seminar, Menara SAAS, two papers were presented by audit practitioners during the seminar. The first paper "The Role of IT Audit in Fraud Detection" was presented by an auditor and consultant, Mr paper "The Role of IT Audit in Fraud Detection" was presented by an auditor and consultant, Mr paper "The Role of IT Audit in Fraud Detection" was presented by an auditor and consultant, Mr Aaron Lau from the AITLAU Management Service. On the other hands, the second paper, "Real Aaron Lau from the AITLAU Management Service. On the other hands, the second paper, "Real Audit Case in a nutshell" was discussed by Mr Aminuddin Yahaya from Jamal Amin and Audit Case in a nutshell" was discussed by Mr Aminuddin Yahaya from Jamal Amin and Partners, an accounting firm. Partners, an accounting firm.

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Aliza Binti Ramli

Value Engineering Adoption And Diffusion: A Comparison Between AutoMotive Component Manufacturing Companies And Construction Companies In Malaysia- Prof Dr Suzana Sulaiman (Supervisor)- Prof Falconer Mitchell (Co-supervisor)

Jamaliah Said

The Relationship Between Organizational Capabilities And Organizational Performance Of Malaysian Local Authorities : A Resource-based Perspective- Assoc Prof Dr Rohana Othman (Supervisor)- Assoc Prof Dr Wee Shu Hui (Co-Supervisor)

Mohd Ariff Bin Kasim The Significance Of Internal Audit On Corporate Governance Structure And Financial Performance Of AccsAssoc Prof Dr Asmah Abdul Aziz (Supervisor)

Rapiah Mohamed

Strategic Performance Measurement System, Organizational Capabilities And Organizational Competitive Advantage: Using Levels Of Control Framework.- Assoc Prof Dr Wee Shu Hui (Supervisor)- Prof Dr Ibrahim Kamal Abd Rahman (Co-supervisor)- Prof Dr Rozainun Abd Aziz (Co-supervisor)

Sharifah Norzehan Syed YusufUnderstanding The Changes In Management Accounting, Innovation And Person Job Fit Practices In Enhancing The Performance Of A Zakat Institution : The Case Of Lembaga Zakat Selangor- Prof. Dr Norazam Mastuki (Supervisor)

Siti Rosmaini Binti Mohd HanafiQuality Of Internet Business Reporting (Ibr) Practices: Empirical Evidence From The Five Countries- Prof. Dr Muhd Kamil Ibrahim (Supervisor)- Assoc Prof Dr Erlane K.ghani (Co-supervisor)

Suhaily HasnanManagement Predisposition,motives Opportunity And Earnings Management For Fraudulent Financial Reporting- Prof Dr Rashidah Abd Rahman (Supervisor)

Yaseen Ahmed Mohammed Al-janadi

Corporate Governance Mechanisms And Voluntary Disclosure Practices In Saudi Arabia And Emirates- Prof Dr Rashidah Abd Rahman (Supervisor)- Prof Dr Normah Hj Omar (Co-supervisor)

Rose Shamsiah Binti SamsudinThe Oversight Function Of Public Accounts Committee (Pac) In Reporting The Audited Financial Statements of The State Government- Assoc Prof Dr Nafsiah Mohamed (Supervisor)

Zaleha Binti Othman Integration Of Ethics In Malaysian Corporate Governance Practice- Prof Dr Rashidah Abd Rahman (Supervisor)

Congratulations to our PhD graduates ARI wishes to congratulate our PhD students who have graduated recently.ARI wishes to congratulate our PhD students who have graduated recently.ARI wishes to congratulate our PhD students who have graduated recently.

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