Cybercrime

Online Course Overview

According to the Federal Trade Commission, almost half of reported fraud complaints are for Internet related scams. The Cybercrime online course covers the essential elements of Internet fraud and how to curb these costly offenses.

Online Course Features

With the advent of the computer and the Internet, criminal activity has changed dramatically. Internet Crime and Identity theft expert, Ed Hewitt provides a comprehensive look at the growing crisis of cybercrime and offers practical techniques and tips for investigating and solving Internet fraud. The online course includes:

• An overview of cybercrimes including: phony Web sites, identity theft, Internet credit card fraud, phishing, hacking, and the use of spam to market worthless products
• An overview of the tools and equipment used for cybercrime
• Tips for controlling, preserving and handling electronic evidence
• Information on how cybercrime impacts the community and law enforcement resources
• Recommendations, techniques and resources for investigating Internet crime
• Interviews and undercover video
• A look at the investigative problems associated with victims and perpetrators being in multiple jurisdictions or different countries