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Developing, Improving and Monitoring the Internal Audit Function

An Interactive 5-Day Training Course

Developing, Improving and Monitoring the Internal Audit Function

Optimising the Internal Audit Function and Integrating with the Organisation's Strategic Objective

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Course Summary

Delegates attending this Developing, Improving & Monitoring the Internal Audit Function training course will have the desire to develop or improve their own organization’s internal audit function. The development, improvement and monitoring of a highly-integrated, internal audit function is essential for the continued financial success, stability and growth of world-class organization.

A well designed and effective internal audit system will provide verification and support that accounting and financial policies, procedures and controls are working adequately. It will establish a system of internal controls and procedures enabling the organization to protect itself from the risk of fraud and meet national and international regulatory requirements. Effective auditing not only reduces risk but also improves procedures, efficiency and profitability.

This GLOMACS Developing, Improving & Monitoring the Internal Audit Function training course will feature:

  • The Role of Audit Staff and the International Standards of the Internal Audit Department required to establish an effective Internal Audit Department
  • The different Types of Audit and the benefits to be obtained from each
  • Efficient Planning, Controlling and Recording of an Audit Assignment
  • Internal Audit Examinations, Controls & Documentation
  • Planning and Conducting the Audit Exit Conference and Post Audit Review
Course Outline
Day 1

Internal & External Auditing and the Role & International Standards of the Internal Audit Department

  • 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
Day 2

Examining & Understanding the Differences between Various Types of Audits, including Risk Factors

  • Fraud and Forensic Audits
  • Compliance Audits
  • Operational Audits
  • Information Systems Audits
  • Financial Audits
  • Risk Factors & Audit Risk Alerts
Day 3

The Audit Process, Programs and Planning & Commencing Internal Audit Examinations

  • 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
Day 4

Fieldwork: Internal Audit Examinations, Controls & Documentation

  • 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
Day 5

The Audit Exit Conference, Findings and Post Audit Review

  • 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
Certificates
  • On successful completion of this training course, GLOMACS Certificate will be awarded to the delegates.
  • Continuing Professional Education credits (CPE): In accordance with the standards of the National Registry of CPE Sponsors, one CPE credit is granted per 50 minutes of attendance.
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