ACFE Switzerland Chapter

The professional organization for the fight against economic crime in Switzerland

Our Purpose

The ACFE Switzerland Chapter understands itself as a cross-sector specialised Association for the fight against economic crime in Switzerland and offers primarily a national network of interdisciplinary experts and the provision of information on current topics.
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ACFE Switzerland Chapter serves as networking platform: Opportunity to connect and collaborate with other anti-fraud professionals in Switzerland and worldwide, in addition to particpating in local programs and events that promote awareness of the profession.
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ACFE Switzerland Chapter provides qualitiy events and training: Fullfillment of continuing education requirements. All local Chapter Luncheons, Seminars and Workshops are planned by fellow ACFE members and focus all the lastest fraud topics
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ACFE Switzerland Chapter promotes fraud awareness:  Rewarding opportunities to promote the importance of fraud prevention and detection and address the fraud-related needs of local community.

Our Organization

The ACFE Switzerland Chapter, a Swiss Association, founded in 2004 as Chapter No. 104, is one of more than 180 ACFE Chapters worldwide and the Swiss representative of the ACFE, providing continued support for more than 500 ACFE members residing in Switzerland of which more than 150 are registered with the ACFE Switzerland Chapter.

Our Board of Directors

ACFE Cooperation Partners in Switzerland

SEECI Swiss Experts in Economic Crime Investigation

The SEECI unites experts from the private sector and public administration who are trained to prevent and combat economic crime at the University of Lucerne or at Institut de Lutte contre la Criminalité Économique at the Haute École de gestion Arc of Neuchâtel.

The main purpose of the SEECI is to contribute to the correct assessment and assessment of the risks of the phenomenon of economic crime and to support and promote appropriate measures to combat this form of crime.

News and special offers for members
of ACFE Switzerland Chapter:

Event with preferential terms (Membership-discount):

  • SEECI Congress 2024
    Berne: November 15, 2024

The Institute of Internal Auditors Switzerland

The IIA Switzerland was founded in 1980. It represents the interests of the internal audit departments of private, mixed economy and public companies and administrations in Switzerland and Liechtenstein.

As a professional association with over 2500 members, IIA Switzerland promotes the further development of the field, provides first-class services in education and training and is part of the international network of partner organisations with a total of more than 200,000 members from 170 countries worldwide.

IIA Switzerland plays a major role in ensuring that internal audit is an integral part of good corporate governance.

News and special offers for members
of ACFE Switzerland Chapter:

Seminars and Events with preferential conditions (10% discount, enter “Member ACFE Switzerland” in the remarks field)

SBI Swiss Board Institute

The SBI is a Swiss non-profit foundation whose mission is to promote knowledge related to the function of administrator, research on the organization and management of the board of directors, training and the exchange of experiences.

The SBI organises annually the “Day of the Board of Directors” under the auspices of the University of Geneva, department of GSEM (Geneva School of Economics and Management) and in partnership with the IMD (international Institute for Management Development) and the newspaper Le Temps.

News and special offers for members
of ACFE Switzerland Chapter:

Event with preferential terms:

  • Journée du Conseil d’administration
    Lausanne: September 26, 2024

HSLU Lucerne Unviversity / IFZ Institute of Financial Services Zug 

Since 1997, the IFZ (Institute of the HSLU) has provided added value for the financial sector and for financial professionals in companies across the economy through continuing education, application-oriented research and consulting.

In addition to master-, diploma- and certificate-courses, seminars, conferences and other events are also offered by the IFZ.

News and special offers for members
of ACFE Switzerland Chapter:

Seminars with preferential conditions (10% discount, enter “Member ACFE Switzerland” in the remarks field):

ZHAW Zurich University of Applied Sciences

Research & development at the ZHAW focuses on key societal challenges, with a particular emphasis on energy and societal integration.

With its expertise in sustainable development and digital transformation, the ZHAW imparts forward-looking knowledge and takes an active part in shaping the digital and ecological transformation.

With locations in Winterthur, Zurich and Wädenswil, the ZHAW is firmly anchored in its region whilst collaborating with international partners.

News and special offers for members
of ACFE Switzerland Chapter:

Course of studies with preferential terms (discount of 5-10% , depending on membership duration):

  • CAS Compliance Investigator

ACFE USA

The umbrella organization of the world’s largest organization in the field of combating economic crime

Global Organization

The ACFE is the world’s largest anti-fraud organization and premier provider of anti-fraud training and education. Together with more than 90,000 members, the ACFE is reducing business fraud world-wide and inspiring public confidence in the integrity and objectivity within the profession.

Based in Austin, Texas, the ACFE was founded in 1988 by preeminent fraud expert and author, Dr. Joseph T. Wells, CFE, CPA. Dr. Wells’ insight as an accountant-turned-FBI agent led to the formation of a common body of knowledge known today as fraud examination.

Global Mission

The mission of the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners is to reduce the incidence of fraud and white-collar crime and to assist the Membership in fraud detection and deterrence.

To accomplish our mission, the ACFE:

Provides bona fide qualifications for Certified Fraud Examiners through administration of the CFE Examination
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Sets high standards for admission, including demonstrated competence through mandatory continuing professional education
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Requires Certified Fraud Examiners to adhere to a strict code of professional conduct and ethics
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Serves as the international representative for Certified Fraud Examiners to business, government and academic institutions
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Provides leadership to inspire public confidence in the integrity, objectivity, and professionalism of Certified Fraud Examiners

ACFE Community

The worldwide network of more than 90’000 specialists

Take advantage of the unique network of anti-fraud professionals and expand your professional network in Switzerland and abroad.

Strengthen your commitment and support the mission of the ACFE in the fight against economic crime worldwide.

* Access for members of ACFE USA only