FRAUD ANOMALY DETECTION
This is a self-directed investigation training platform. You will read case material, examine real transaction data, detect anomalies independently, and complete a practical assessment — without being told where the fraud is. Your task is to find it.
| Section | What You Do | Points |
|---|---|---|
| Learn — 4 modules | Read case material and answer knowledge checks. No hints given — think carefully before answering. | 40 pts |
| Transactions | Browse all transactions. Search, filter, and spot patterns yourself. Nothing is pre-highlighted. | — |
| Investigate — 3 cases | Review case evidence and write your own anomaly findings. Your reasoning is what matters. | 30 pts |
| Simulator | Transactions stream live. Flag fraud before it scrolls past. Speed and accuracy both count. | 20 pts |
| Assessment — 100 marks | Closed-book practical assessment. 20 MCQs + 5 short answers + data analysis + investigation report. | Pass/Fail |
What Is Fraud? — The Foundation
The three elements of fraud, the Fraud Triangle, and why anomaly detection is the core investigative tool.
Types of Anomalies
Point, contextual, collective, and temporal anomalies — with real transaction examples to classify yourself.
Statistical Detection Methods
Benford's Law, velocity analysis, baseline deviation — tools that reveal fabricated or manipulated data.
Document, Digital & Behavioural Signals
What fraudulent documents look like, what system logs reveal, and the behavioural patterns of a fraudster.
Practical Assessment
This is your final assessment. It is closed-book. Do not use your training notes. Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. The pass mark is 65 out of 100.