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Digital Evidence Handling for Auditors and Investigators

Master proven forensic techniques to identify, collect, and preserve court-ready electronic evidence while maintaining an unbroken chain of custody.

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BeginnerUpdated Sep 28, 2026
Digital Evidence Handling for Auditors and Investigators

What You'll Learn

check_circleIdentify and assess relevant digital evidence sources in audit and investigation engagements
check_circleApply practical techniques to collect and preserve digital evidence while maintaining integrity
check_circleDocument chain-of-custody records and evaluate metadata for investigative value
check_circlePrepare clear and defensible evidence packages for reporting, legal, or disciplinary purposes

About This Course

Digital evidence is now central to audit, fraud, compliance, and workplace investigations. From emails and spreadsheets to system logs, cloud records, and mobile communications, investigators must be able to identify, preserve, analyse, and document digital evidence in a manner that withstands scrutiny from management, regulators, legal counsel, and disciplinary proceedings.

This practical course provides a hands-on introduction to digital evidence handling for auditors and investigators. Participants will learn how to collect and preserve electronic records while maintaining integrity, review metadata and file properties for investigative value, document chain-of-custody requirements, and prepare evidence packages that support effective decision-making. Through real-world examples, fraud scenarios, and practical checklists, attendees will gain a structured framework for handling digital evidence confidently and consistently across audits, investigations, and compliance reviews.

Key Topics Discussed:

  • Identifying digital evidence sources in audits and investigations
  • Emails, PDFs, spreadsheets, screenshots, and mobile records
  • Cloud-based evidence and system log analysis
  • Principles of evidence preservation and integrity
  • Chain of custody documentation and controls
  • Metadata review and file property analysis
  • Evidence collection risks and common mistakes
  • Digital evidence in fraud and compliance investigations
  • Preparing evidence packs for management and legal review
  • Practical audit testing and investigative techniques
  • Documentation standards and reporting considerations
  • Case studies and real-world investigation scenarios

Your Instructor

Alessio Faccia
Alessio Faccia

Assistant Professor in Finance | University of Birmingham Dubai

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Dr. Alessio Faccia, an accomplished academic and corporate trainer, has a distinguished finance, accounting, and business background. His expertise spans over 16 years, during which he has notably contributed to finance and accounting through his roles as an assistant professor, auditor, chartered accountant, CFO advisor, and corporate trainer. Dr. Faccia’sacademic journey includes prestigious roles at several universities, including the University of Birmingham and Coventry University, where he taught various finance and accounting modules. His extensive involvement in corporate training further enriches Dr. Faccia’s professional experience. He has provided training in diverse areas such as finance and accounting, management and HR, technology, oil and gas, and legal matters to many organizations. These organization encompass various sectors, including government bodies, financial institutions, energy companies, and real estate firms.. These organizations encompass various sectors, including government bodies, financial institutions, energy companies, and real estate firms. His proficiency is further demonstrated by his numerous publications, research contributions, and a strong academic record, underscoring his commitment to advancing knowledge in his field. Dr. Faccia’s work is a testament to his dedication to enhancing the skills and knowledge of professionals across various industries globally.

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