Advance Internal Auditing

Overview

In the current climate of heightened scrutiny on businesses, it is crucial that your company's internal auditing aligns with established standards and requirements. This course not only assists in ensuring compliance but also extends beyond conventional accounting boundaries to offer valuable insights into the managerial, political, and technical aspects of internal auditing.

The "Advanced Internal Auditing" course is designed to provide experienced internal auditors with advanced knowledge and skills necessary to perform complex audits, assess organizational risks, and add value to their organizations. Geared towards internal audit professionals, risk managers, and assurance professionals, this course offers an in-depth exploration of advanced auditing techniques, methodologies, and best practices.

Throughout the course, participants will delve into advanced auditing topics, including risk-based auditing, fraud detection and prevention, data analytics in auditing, and audit sampling techniques. Emphasis is placed on mastering advanced auditing methodologies and leveraging technology to enhance audit efficiency and effectiveness.

Course Objectives:

• Define internal auditing and internal control
• Identify “high-risk” processes—and build control systems that mitigate the risk
• Develop control-based internal auditing recommendations that truly help management meet tactical and strategic objectives
• Focus on the Investment in Internal Audit
• Document and Evaluate Internal Control Systems
• Audit Evidence and Audit Sampling
• Demonstrate greater confidence in dealing with senior leaders
• Appraise what it really takes to be an effective internal audit leader
• Explain how to make effective and valuable contributions at a strategic level and towards overall business success
• Apply practical methods to manage key relationships with the audit committee, senior management, and peers
• Add value through efficient and effective internal audit good practices
• Explain key priorities for them and their departments to help maximize their contribution to their organization