Writing an Investigative Case Report | Findings and Recommendations

This training program will discuss how to synthesize an abundance of investigative information into a concise, thorough, accurate, and unbiased report. It will also offer pointers on creating an easy to read, professional looking document. Attendees will learn to effectively organize case reports.

Why Should You Attend:

If you are responsible for conducting or supervising investigations it is critical for you to be able to prepare a well-written, thorough, accurate, clear, and unbiased investigative report that captures all pertinent investigative information. It is imperative you are able to convey to a reader the pertinent facts of a case. In addition, you must be able to articulate in writing the results (findings) of your investigation that must be supported by case report summary. You should also be able identify and articulate recommendations to rectify any negative actionable findings.

This webinar will focus on developing good-professional writing skills and assist with oral communication skills. In this session, attendees will discover a workable format and style of reporting that has been lauded by United States Attorney’s Office across the country.

Areas Covered in the Webinar:

• How to synthesize an abundance of investigative information into a concise, thorough, accurate, and unbiased report.
• How to create an easy to read, professional looking document.
• How to effectively organize your case report. (A case report is rarely written in the chronological order of the investigation).
• How to use exhibits to strengthen the report.
• The proper use of footnotes - when and when not to use them.
• How to utilize transition words and phrases to better convey your message.

Who Will Benefit:

• Investigators
• Auditors
• Investigative Supervisors
• Loss Prevention Professionals
• Fraud Examiners
• Attorneys
• Labor Relations Professionals
• Human Resource Professionals