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

• Understand the role and value of internal audit in governance and risk management.
• Design and implement an internal audit framework.
• Develop risk-based audit plans and programs.
• Monitor audit performance and ensure quality assurance.
• Communicate audit findings effectively to stakeholders.

• Internal Auditors
• Audit Managers and Directors
• Risk and Compliance Officers
• Financial Controllers
• Governance Professionals
• Executives overseeing audit functions

• Expert-led presentations
• Interactive workshops
• Case studies and simulations
• Group exercises and discussions
• Audit templates and tools
• Real-world examples and benchmarking

Day 1
Foundations of Internal Auditing

• Definition and purpose of internal audit
• Role in governance, risk, and control
• International standards (IIA IPPF)
• Audit charters and organizational positioning
• Ethical considerations and independence

Day 2
Establishing the Internal Audit Function

• Structuring the audit department
• Staffing and competencies
• Developing audit policies and procedures
• Audit universe and risk assessment
• Creating a risk-based audit plan

Day 3

Conducting Internal Audits

• Planning and scoping audits
• Fieldwork techniques and evidence gathering
• Interviewing and documentation
• Audit programs and working papers
• Identifying findings and root causes

Day 4

Monitoring and Quality Assurance

• Performance metrics and KPIs
• Internal audit quality assurance programs
• Peer reviews and self-assessments
• Continuous improvement strategies
• Reporting to senior management and audit committees

Day 5

Strategic Alignment and Communication

• Aligning audit with strategic objectives
• Communicating audit results effectively
• Follow-up and tracking corrective actions
• Leveraging technology in audit (e.g., data analytics)
• Future trends in internal auditing

CDGA attendance certificate will be issued to all attendees completing minimum of 75% of the total course duration.