The topic of this thesis is ˝Corporate fraud in the Republic of Croatia˝, which represents a significant challenge for business entities and the overall economy. Corporate fraud encompasses various illegal activities aimed at gaining financial or other benefits, causing harm to business partners, clients, employees, and the wider community. This paper analyzes the causes of corporate fraud, with a particular emphasis on factors such as weak control mechanisms, lack of transparency, and the absence of proper accountability in business 47 processes. In addition to analyzing the causes, the paper also explores the consequences of corporate fraud, which can include financial losses, damage to corporate reputation, loss of market confidence, and serious economic and social impacts. Through a review of the legal and institutional framework in the Republic of Croatia, the aim is to investigate how these challenges are addressed through legal measures and regulations. Special attention is given to criminal acts related to fraud in economic operations from 2013 to 2023, including an analysis of key cases and perpetrator profiles. The paper also examines fraud prevention methods, such as strengthening internal controls, auditing, forensic accounting, and financial analysis. It is important to emphasize the role of auditors, financial advisors, and forensic accountants, who can significantly contribute to the early detection and prevention of fraud. Moreover, the paper highlights the importance of education and raising awareness within business entities, as well as the general public, about the risks and consequences of corporate fraud. Based on the analyses, concrete measures are proposed to improve the prevention and prosecution of corporate fraud in the Croatian economy.