The Association of Certified Fraud Examiners' purpose is to reduce the incidence of fraud and white-collar crime and to assist the membership in fraud detection and deterrence (1) by providing bona fide qualifications for Certified Fraud Examiners through the administration of the CFE Examinations; (2) by setting high standards for admission, including demonstrated competence through mandatory continuing professional education; (3) requiring Certified Fraud Examiners to adhere to a strict code of professional conduct and ethics; (4) by serving the international representative for Certified Fraud Examiners to business, government, and academic institutions; and, (5) by providing leadership to inspire public confidence in the integrity, objectivity, and professionalism of Certified Fraud Examiners.