Find an example of a financial scam (e.g., Ponzi schemes, telemarketing fraud, and so on).
For this assignment, write a 3–5-page paper covering the following:
- Find an example of a financial scam (e.g., Ponzi schemes, telemarketing fraud, and so on).
- Describe how the scam was conducted and outline its characteristics.
- Explain why people fall victim to this type of fraud.
- Identify ways in which people can protect themselves from this type of fraud.
- Identify ways in which an organization can protect itself from these types of fraud.
Be sure to cite all references will be in APA format.

