Falsifying academic credentials can be misleading and deceptive. Here are some possible scenarios: 1. Lack of rigorous background checks: In some companies, especially those that are expanding rapidly or are understaffed, there may not be enough resources to conduct a thorough background check. This may provide an opportunity for falsifying academic credentials. 2. Difficulty measuring professional skills: In some fields that require complex technical skills, such as IT or software development, companies may focus more on actual skills rather than academic credentials. Therefore, people who falsify academic credentials may take advantage of this situation. 3. Recruiting under pressure: In a competitive job market or understaffed, hiring managers may feel pressure to fill job vacancies quickly. This may lead to a more relaxed review of candidates' qualifications, leaving opportunities for falsifying academic credentials. 4. Internal referrals: If someone gets an interview opportunity through an internal referral, the hiring manager may have a favorable impression of the referrer instead of conducting a rigorous review of the candidate. 5. Resume optimization: Some people may optimize their resumes to make them easier to be found by the applicant tracking system (ATS) to increase their chances of being invited for an interview. However, this may lead to falsification of academic qualifications or credentials. 6. **Executive or high-paying positions**: In senior or high-paying positions, companies may place more emphasis on a candidate’s personal network, recommendations or soft skills rather than strict academic requirements.