About the Academy
The Academy of Excellence in Financial Crime Investigation and Compliance aims to be Australia’s leading interdisciplinary research, engagement and education forum in the area of financial crime investigation and compliance.
Established in 2022, we bring together Griffith’s expertise in criminology, economics, tax law, information technology and forensic accounting, in collaboration with industry partners, to provide national thought leadership and drive continuous improvement of training programs to tackle these global issues.
We also work alongside NGOs to grow awareness of financial crimes and equip vulnerable segments of the community with the information and strategies they need to protect their businesses and families.
We are proud to partner with Commonwealth Bank of Australia on this important initiative.
Sustainable Development Goals
Griffith University is aligned with the United Nation’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and is committed to contributing to building resilient economies that promote decent work and improve the well-being of individuals and communities.
Academy of Excellence in Financial Crime Investigation and Compliance
Meet the faculty and industry partners
Building on Griffith's proud tradition of delivering innovative interdisciplinary research and teaching, the Academy brings together world class expertise in Information Systems, Criminology, Justice, Accounting, Finance, Law and Economics to deliver tailored training packages for industry partners, as well as thought leadership and research that helps organisations, policymakers and investigators better identify and report financial crime.
Our aims
Creating a pipeline of future talent
We produce high-calibre graduates with in-demand, interdisciplinary competencies and job-ready skills, including compliance, risk assessment, data analytics, advanced finance, audit and assurance, and forensic accounting.
Training & Professional Development Opportunitites
The Academy offers a range of options for those seeking training or professional development opportunities in the area of financial crime investigation and compliance. We can tailor micro-credentials exclusively for your organisation or small organisations and individuals can enrol in short courses designed to make upskilling accessible.
Conducting world-class research
Our research focuses on delivering technology-based solutions to regulatory and compliance challenges, including the use of data to allow predictive analytics and real-time monitoring to reduce the burden on business.
Establishing thought leadership
We harness Griffith's interdisciplinary expertise in financial systems and regulations, economics, ethics and governance, criminology, information technology and forensic accounting to lead the way in tackling financial crime.
Industry advisory board
The Academy of Excellence in Financial Crime Investigation & Compliance Industry Advisory Board comprises external Members drawn from areas of key strategic importance to the work of the Academy. It also includes members of the Academy's management team.
News from the Academy
Year 12 students uncover financial crimes in a ‘choose your own journey’ competition.
11 July 2024
Year 12 students from Brisbane and the Gold Coast showcased their analytical and investigative skills...
Associate Professor Jacqueline Drew talks to Sunrise about romance scams
9 September 2023
Academy of Excellence in Financial Crime Investigation and Compliance Deputy Director and Associate Professor from Griffith University's School of Criminology and Criminal Justice, Jacqueline Drew speaks on Channel 7's Sunrise about Romance Scams.
Dr Margo van Felius presents at Business Educators' Association of Queensland High School Seminar
27 July 2023
In July 2023, Academy of Financial Crime Investigation and Compliance member, and Lecturer from the School of Criminology and Criminal Justice, Dr Margo van Felius was invited by the Business Educators' Association of Queensland to present to 800 high school students from ten Queensland schools about selecting business and economics subjects at in their senior years at school and how these can link to career opportunities in the field of Financial Crime Investigation and Compliance.
Griffith Business School announces membership with Women in Banking and Finance
30 May 2023
We're excited to announce our membership with WiBF, a non-profit association committed to empowering female leaders in the banking and finance industry...