Modern Techniques of Tax
Investigation and Intelligence
Gathering
27 – 31 January 2025
Sandton Centre
Johannesburg South Africa
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R19, 999.00 Per Delegate
Course overview:
This comprehensive training program is designed to equip professionals involved in tax investigations with the essential skills and knowledge needed to gather, analyze, and interpret intelligence effectively. The training covers a wide range of topics, including legal and ethical considerations, intelligence cycle fundamentals, various intelligence sources and methods, financial intelligence, risk assessment, and emerging technologies. Participants will engage in practical exercises, case studies, and simulations to reinforce their learning and enhance their ability to contribute to successful tax investigations.
This training program is designed for a diverse audience involved in tax enforcement, investigation, and compliance. By bringing together professionals from various disciplines, the training fosters a collaborative and interdisciplinary approach to intelligence gathering, ensuring a holistic understanding of the subject matter. Participants will gain practical skills and insights that can be immediately applied in their roles, contributing to more effective and successful tax investigations.
Who Should Attend:
- Tax Investigators and Analysts
- Enforcement Officers and Law Enforcement Personnel
- Financial Analysts and Forensic Accountants
- Legal Professionals
- Compliance Officers
- Audit and Assurance Professionals
- Technology and Data Analysts
- Policy Makers and Regulators
- Security and Risk Management Professionals
- Compliance and Ethics Officers
- Government Officials
Facilitator will invite experts from the field, law enforcement agencies, or financial institutions to share real-world experiences and insights. As well as Q&A and Discussion Panels to Provide opportunities for participants to ask questions, share experiences, and discuss challenges in the field.
Course Outline:
Session One
Introduction to Tax Investigation Operations
- Understanding the importance of intelligence gathering in tax investigations
- Overview of the legal and ethical considerations in tax investigations
- Introduction to key concepts and terminology in tax enforcement
Fundamentals of Intelligence Gathering
- Exploring the intelligence cycle: Planning, Collection, Analysis, Dissemination, and Feedback
- Types of intelligence: Open source, human intelligence, technical intelligence, and financial intelligence
- Developing effective intelligence objectives for tax investigations
Legal Framework and Compliance
- Reviewing relevant laws, regulations, and policies related to intelligence gathering for tax investigations
- Ensuring compliance with data protection and privacy laws
- Ethical considerations and professional standards in intelligence operations
Information Sources and Methods
- Identifying and assessing potential sources of information
- Utilizing open-source intelligence (OSINT) techniques
- Conducting interviews and eliciting information from human sources
- Leveraging technical tools and resources for data analysis
Financial Intelligence and Forensic Accounting
- Understanding the role of financial intelligence in tax investigations
- Introduction to forensic accounting principles
- Analyzing financial statements, transactions, and patterns
Risk Assessment and Profiling
- Developing risk assessment models for tax investigations
- Profiling individuals and entities for targeted intelligence gathering
- Using data analysis to identify potential tax evasion patterns
Collaboration and Information Sharing
- Importance of collaboration between tax authorities, law enforcement, and other relevant agencies
- Establishing effective communication channels and information-sharing protocols
- Case studies and best practices in collaborative intelligence operations
Session Two
Fundamentals of Intelligence Data Collection
Overview of Intelligence Collection
- Understanding the intelligence cycle and its application in tax investigations
- Importance of timely and accurate intelligence data in decision-making
Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT)
- Techniques and tools for collecting information from publicly available sources
- Hands-on exercises to practice OSINT skills
Human Intelligence (HUMINT)
- Strategies for conducting effective interviews and obtaining valuable information
- Role-playing scenarios to enhance HUMINT skills
Advanced Analysis Techniques
Financial Intelligence Analysis
- In-depth exploration of financial data analysis for tax investigations
- Case studies and practical exercises on tracing financial transactions
Link Analysis and Network Mapping
- Utilizing visual tools to identify connections and relationships between entities
- Analyzing complex networks involved in tax evasion schemes
Predictive Analysis and Risk Assessment
- Developing models to predict potential tax evasion risks
- Using data to proactively identify high-risk individuals or entities
Interpretation and Reporting
Interpretation of Intelligence Findings
- Techniques for interpreting and understanding complex intelligence data
- Identifying patterns, trends, and anomalies in tax-related information
Effective Reporting and Communication
- Crafting clear and concise intelligence reports for decision-makers
- Presenting findings to diverse audiences, including legal and enforcement teams
Practical Application and Simulation
- Realistic scenarios and simulations to apply acquired skills in a controlled environment
Feedback and debriefing sessions to enhance learning and problem-solving abilities
End of the workshop
IN HOUSE AND ONLINE TRAINING
While both In-House and Online training can present with cost-effectiveness and time-efficacy, there are some very specific differences between in-house courses and those based online.
The demand for additional courses by individuals or groups of people is increasing. Still, it depends entirely on the preferences of a person what type of training he or she wants to receive. Online courses and in-house training carry some similarities but they are considered to exhibit some very pivotal differences too. Despite that, both types of learning can be really beneficial for attendees.
For Registration and other Training arrangements,
contact us on the detail below.
SOUTH AFRICA : +27 11 057 6001
TANZANIA Cell: +255 769 688 544
WhatsApp +27 79 574 0389
info@bmktraining.co.za / www.bmktraining.com
