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Crossing the Line: Cases in Financial Statement Fraud and Auditor Deception
Real cases. Real consequences. Walk through the collapse of Dewey & LeBoeuf, once one of the largest law firms in the country, and ContinuityX, where auditors missed a scheme that fabricated 99% of the company’s reported revenue. You’ll see what actually happened, how each fraud was structured, and which audit signals got missed.
What you’ll learn
By the end of this course, you’ll be able to:
- Identify the primary mechanisms used in the Dewey & LeBoeuf and ContinuityX fraud cases, including how revenue and expense manipulation was concealed from auditors
- Connect specific audit procedures to the red flags that, in hindsight, should have caught each scheme earlier
- Apply those same risk indicators to your own engagements or your company’s financial reporting process
Does it count for my state?
This course counts as 1 hour of Auditing CPE and is accepted by most state boards of accountancy. A few states, such as Delaware, require separate sponsor approval, and your state board has the final say — check our state requirements guide if you’re unsure.
Frequently asked questions
Is this actually free, or is there a catch?
It’s free. No credit card required to sign up, no auto-enrollment in a paid plan. You’ll get the course link by email and a downloadable certificate once you pass the exam.
How many CPE credits is this course worth?
1 CPE credit in Auditing, QAS self-study, from a NASBA-registered sponsor.
Will my state board accept it?
Most state boards accept self-study credit from NASBA-registered sponsors, but requirements vary — some states cap how many self-study hours count toward your total, and a few, such as Delaware, require separate sponsor approval. Check your state’s specific requirements before relying on this for compliance.
What if I want more than 1 credit?
This course is a real look at how LearnCPE courses are built before you commit to anything. If it’s useful, browse the full course catalog — including the ethics, AI, and Excel courses most CPAs are using to round out their hours this cycle.
Do I need any background knowledge to take this?
No. It’s a Basic-level course with no prerequisites.
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