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Why Choose Adding Value in Internal Audit Training Course?

The Adding Value in Internal Audit Training Course is designed to help organizations enhance their internal audit capabilities and transform their audit function into a strategic, value-driven partner. As the demand for transparency, governance, and proactive risk management continues to grow, internal auditors must evolve from performing routine, transactional reviews to taking on a more strategic and influential role. This comprehensive training equips participants with the skills needed to drive value across the organization.

By integrating modern auditing techniques, the course emphasizes the shift from traditional control-based auditing to a more advisory and forward-thinking role. Participants will learn to apply continuous assurance methods, engage stakeholders effectively, and improve operational outcomes. The goal is to elevate the internal audit function into a trusted partner that not only ensures compliance but also contributes to organizational resilience and informed decision-making.

Throughout the course, delegates will explore best practices such as auditing outsourced services, applying continuous auditing, and enhancing team capabilities. Topics also cover emerging areas like Corporate Social Responsibility and governance oversight. The result is an internal audit function that is agile, aligned with strategic goals, and well-prepared to meet evolving organizational demands.

What are the Goals?

The Adding Value in Internal Audit Training Course focuses on improving audit effectiveness, enhancing audit insights, and building stronger stakeholder trust.

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

  • Benchmark the internal audit function against global best practices
  • Transition from a basic audit function to a high-performing, value-adding entity
  • Demonstrate measurable added value in audit assignments
  • Navigate the challenges of delivering consultancy-style services
  • Confidently audit corporate governance frameworks
  • Improve stakeholder assurance delivery
  • Strengthen relationships with senior management and governance bodies

Who is this Training Course for?

The Adding Value in Internal Audit Training Course is ideal for professionals looking to expand their auditing skills and enhance their internal audit team's value proposition. It is also beneficial for senior leaders aiming to increase the strategic impact of internal auditing within their organization.

This course is perfect for:

  • Heads of Internal Audit
  • Internal Audit Managers and aspiring leaders
  • Audit Supervisors and Senior Auditors
  • Compliance, Risk, or Quality Assurance Managers
  • Senior Management teams collaborating with Internal Audit
  • Professionals seeking to improve audit effectiveness and stakeholder alignment

How will this Training Course be Presented?

The Adding Value in Internal Audit Course is delivered through a blend of engaging discussions, real-world case studies, and hands-on exercises. Participants will explore how to integrate value-added auditing techniques into their practice using proven tools, frameworks, and strategies that encourage critical thinking and collaborative learning.

Throughout the course, delegates will have the opportunity to work through practical scenarios, structured activities, and share insights. The course focuses on actionable methods and tips that enable participants to modernize their audit approach, exceed stakeholder expectations, and implement continuous improvement in their audit functions.

The Course Content

  • Ensure IA is seen as an agent for positive change
  • Meeting the challenges of the new IIA standards
  • The significant changes in the Internal Audit role
  • The need to recognise audit risk
  • Building a world class team
  • Marketing the IA activities
  • What is VFM?
  • The Power of VFM auditing
  • The 3 E’s (Efficiency, economy and effectiveness)
  • VFM audit techniques
  • Performance measurement
  • Case Studies
  • Focusing attention on the activities with potential to add value
  • Auditing Third Party activities
  • Outsourcing reviews
  • Managing the added value audit process
  • Continuous auditing
  • Assurance Mapping
  • The key aspects of CG
  • Auditing the key aspects of Corporate Governance
  • Developing proactive Audit Committee relationships
  • Auditing Corporate Social Responsibility and Ethics
  • How to understand and exceed stakeholders’ expectations
  • Auditing new areas such as Social Media
  • Information security
  • Systems under development
  • The web site and external communications
  • IT projects
  • Business Continuity Management
  • Brand and reputation management

Certificate

  • AZTech Certificate of Completion for delegates who attend and complete the training course

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Yes, we offer tailored corporate training solutions to meet your organization's specific needs. Please contact us at [email protected] or call +971 4 427 5400 for more information.

The training fees include full access to the training venue, along with comprehensive training materials to enhance your learning experience. Additionally, participants will be provided with writing supplies and stationery. To ensure comfort and convenience, the fee also covers lunch and refreshing coffee breaks throughout the duration of the course.

Our training programs are hosted at luxurious five-star hotels in prestigious destinations across the globe. Some of our popular locations include Dubai, London, Kuala Lumpur, Amsterdam, New York, Paris, Vienna, and many other iconic cities.

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  • Online: Explore our training calendar, choose the course that suits your needs, and click the “Register Now” button on the course details page.
  • Email: Share your details, including your name, organization, email address, and selected course, by sending an email to  [email protected]
  • Phone: Reach out to us directly at +971 4 427 5400 or +971 4 427 5407, and our team will guide you through the registration process.

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