About this Event
*PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A PAID AND EVENT.*
- Early Bird: £50 (Deadline: 31st July 2026)
- Standard Ticket: £75 (Deadline: 30th September 2026)
Date & Time
Tuesday 13 October 2026
10:00 – 13:00
Location
John Cadbury House, Aston University, 190 Corporation Street, Birmingham, B4 6QD
Could your business identify fraud before it causes serious damage?
Fraud is a growing risk for SMEs, yet many organisations lack the tools and confidence to recognise and prevent it effectively.
This interactive, face-to-face workshop will equip you with practical strategies, real-world insights, and take-away tools to help protect your business.
What You’ll Learn
By the end of this workshop, you will be able to:
- Identify common fraud risks affecting SMEs
- Recognise early warning signs and vulnerabilities
- Learn from real-life SME fraud case studies
- Apply practical strategies to prevent fraud
- Respond effectively if fraud occurs
Why Attend?
- Focused on real SME challenges (not theory)
- Includes practical tools and templates you can use immediately
- Interactive format with opportunity to reflect on your own business
- Delivered by a leading expert in fraud risk and prevention
Who Should Attend
- SME owners and founders
- Directors and senior managers
- Finance, operations, and compliance leads
- Any practitioner interested in the topic
What’s Included
- Workshop materials
- Practical fraud risk checklist
- Take-away templates and guidance
- Refreshments
Speaker
Dr Rasha Kassem
Leader, Fraud Research Group (FRG), Aston University
Dr Rasha Kassem is a leading expert in fraud risk and prevention and a Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE). She was awarded Educator of the Year 2025 by the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE), the world’s largest anti-fraud organisation.
She works closely with organisations, policymakers, and industry bodies to strengthen fraud prevention practices and regularly speaks at international events.
About the Organiser
This workshop is delivered by the Fraud Research Group (FRG), a specialist group focused on advancing research and practical solutions to tackle fraud affecting organisations, including SMEs. For more information about the FRG, visit its website: https://www.aston.ac.uk/research/bss/research-centres/fraud-research-group
Important Information
- Places are limited to ensure an interactive experience
- Early booking is recommended to secure the discounted rate
- Refund policy: Registration fees are non-refundable in the event of cancellation or non-attendance by delegates. In the unlikely event that the organisers cancel the event, a full refund will be provided.
- If you would like to attend but are unable to cover the ticket cost, please contact Dr Rasha Kassem ([email protected]), Leader of the Fraud Research Group. A limited number of complimentary places are available.
Secure Your Place
Please purchase your ticket via the following link:
https://store.aston.ac.uk/conferences-and-events/aston-business-school/aston-business-school-events/fraud-in-smes-workshop
Book now to take a proactive step towards protecting your business from fraud.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
John Cadbury House - Aston University, 190 Corporation Street, Birmingham, United Kingdom
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