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Fraud and corruption are two words that we hear too often. Both are on the rise worldwide, and their methods are evolving to adapt to the development in technology. Who among us did not receive at least one fraudulent email during the last month? Is corruption a form of fraud? Or are these two different things? A review of the definition of the terms may offer an answer : A handbook published by the World Bank Group (Fraud and Corruption Awareness Handbook) Defines fraud and corruption as follows: “A fraudulent practice is any act or omission, including a misrepresentation, that knowingly or Recklessly misleads, or attempts to mislead, a party to obtain a financial or other benefit or to avoid an obligation.” “A corrupt practice is the offering, giving, receiving or soliciting, directly or indirectly, of anything of value to influence improperly the actions of another party.” An IIA Chicago Chapter presentation (Auditing for Corruption in Emerging Markets) provides the following explanation of the two terms: Fraud: Deriving undue benefit by bypassing some controls or bending some rules. Fraud Schemes are used to commit corrupt activities: • Asset Misappropriation • Financial statement irregularities • Corruption Corruption: Takes place in the form of providing illicit benefits; harder to find; narrower scope than fraud. • Bribery • Embezzlement • Extortion • Influence Peddling • Unlawful gratuity favor or commission • Nepotism • Illegal Political contribution The Business dictionary differentiates between these two terms as follows: Fraud is misrepresenting yourself or something as something you or it is not. For example, if you use a fake ID, you’re commuting fraud by misrepresenting yourself as someone else. Corruption is a broad term that can be applied to fraud, as well as other dishonest acts such as bribery, extortion, or embezzlement. The two can be used in a wide array of instances, but can apply specifically to business. Corporate leaders are often prosecuted for various fraudulent and corrupt acts, as well as political leaders. Have you reached a conclusion yet ? One thing we can ,for sure, agree on : Fraud and Corruption are very bad practices and should be prevented at an early stage !! Source : My blog (http://waelbibi.blogspot.ca/2013/02/differences-and-similarities-between.html)
They are more similar and are interconnected. When there is an intent to initiate fraudulent act/s, corruption will be next to come in.
Just to add: Corruption is at times considered as a lesser crime although its impacts (Financial or otherwise) may be many times greater than the Fraud.
the diffierent between corruption and fraud
corruption ias to do with misappropriationst political post or positions or embezzlement of government found or public found of selfish intrest or selfish use.
frauda is person or thing intended to deceive others, typically by unjustifiably claiming or being credited with accomplishments or qualities..
Fraud:
Deriving undue benefit by bypassing some controls or bending some rules. Fraud Schemes are used to commit corrupt activities:
Asset Misappropriation
Financial statement irregularities • Corruption
Corruption:
Takes place in the form of providing illicit benefits; harder to find; narrower scope than fraud.
