Why Choose Practical Approaches to New Ways of Internal Auditing Training Course?

The Structure

This comprehensive training course consists of two modules which can be booked as a 10 Day Training event, or as individual, 5 Day training courses.

Module 1 - Developing, Improving and Monitoring the Internal Audit Function
Module 2 - Adding Value in Internal Audit

The Course Content

  • Defining the Distinctions and Responsibilities between Internal and External Auditors
  • Identifying the Internal Audit Staff Positions
  • Identifying Internal Audit Staffing Requirements
  • Techniques for Ensuring Credibility for the Internal Audit Team
  • Developing the Audit Committee Charter for a Board of Directors
  • Review of Statements on International Auditing Standards Update and General Auditing Practice Issues
  • Fraud and Forensic Audits
  • Compliance Audits
  • Operational Audits
  • Information Systems Audits
  • Financial Audits
  • Risk Factors & Audit Risk Alerts
  • Developing Streamlined Processes for Conducting Internal Audit Examinations
  • Identifying Effective Audit Programs for the Various Types of Audits
  • Risk-Based IT Audit Procedures
  • Key Considerations for your Internal Audit Plan
  • 20 Questions Directors Should Ask about Internal Auditing
  • The Audit Commencement Conference Meeting
  • Evaluating Internal Controls & Substantive Procedures
  • A Detailed Examination of the Budget Process & Budgetary Controls
  • Planning & Conducting Audit Interviews
  • Accumulating Relevant Documentation during the Internal Audit Process
  • Professional Standards and Responsibilities Associated with Internal Auditing Documentation
  • Sampling & Statistical Analysis to ensure a Representative Sample
  • The Internal Audit Draft & Final Report: - Findings and Suggestions for Areas of Improvement
  • Planning the Audit Exit Conference Meeting
  • Distributing the Final Internal Audit Report within the Organization
  • Client Survey
  • Conducting Post-Audit Reviews/Follow Up Audit
  • Improving Corporate Governance
  • 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
  • Focussing 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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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about our training courses

Absolutely. AZTech offers customised in-house training where this course can be tailored to your organisation's specific needs, objectives, and industry context. Please contact us directly to discuss your requirements.

Yes. This Practical Approaches to New Ways of Internal Auditing is offered in a classroom setting across multiple international locations as well as in a live online format, giving participants the flexibility to choose the option that best suits their schedule and learning preference.

AZTech courses are conducted in carefully selected 5-star hotels or 4-star premium hotels in the host city, featuring fully equipped, professional training rooms. Participants will enjoy coffee breaks and snacks throughout the day, as well as a complimentary lunch provided after each training session.

This Practical Approaches to New Ways of Internal Auditing training course is designed for professionals at all levels who wish to enhance their knowledge and skills in this subject area. It is suitable for managers, team leaders, specialists, and anyone looking to advance their career and professional development.

AZTech provides round-the-clock support to assist you with any enquiries. You can reach our team 24/7 by phone at +971 50 195 5668, by email at info@aztechtraining.com, or by visiting our website at www.aztechtraining.com. Our dedicated training consultants are always on hand to help you with course selection, registration, scheduling, and any other questions you may have.

There are no formal prerequisites for this Practical Approaches to New Ways of Internal Auditing course. It is open to all professionals regardless of their background or experience level, though a basic understanding of the subject area may be beneficial.

AZTech courses are delivered using a highly interactive and practical methodology, combining presentations, group discussions, real-world case studies, exercises, and workshops to ensure participants can immediately apply what they have learned in their professional environment.

Yes. Participants who successfully complete the course will receive an AZTech Certificate of Completion. This course may also be eligible for Training credits, which will be indicated in the course details.

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