Course Description

This course provides a comprehensive foundation in internal auditing, covering its purpose, principles, standards, and professional practices. Participants will learn the internal audit lifecycle, risk-based auditing concepts, governance and internal control frameworks, and effective communication of audit results. The program aligns with international best practices and the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) Standards.

Course Objectives

Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

  • Understand the role, purpose, and value of internal auditing.
  • Apply the International Professional Practices Framework (IPPF).
  • Perform risk-based internal audit planning and execution.
  • Evaluate governance, risk management, and internal controls.
  • Prepare clear and effective audit reports and recommendations.

Who Should Attend?

This course is designed for new internal auditors, audit trainees, compliance staff, risk professionals, and employees transitioning into internal audit roles.

Course Agenda

Registration

Welcome & Introduction

Pre-Test

Day 1: Introduction to Internal Auditing & Professional Standards

  • Definition and objectives of internal auditing
  • Role of internal audit in governance, risk, and control
  • Internal audit independence and objectivity
  • Overview of the IIA and IPPF
  • Code of Ethics and professional conduct

Day 2: Governance, Risk Management & Internal Controls

  • Corporate governance concepts and structures​
  • Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) overview
  • Internal control frameworks (COSO)
  • Identifying and assessing risks
  • Linking risks to audit objectives

Day 3: Risk-Based Audit Planning

  • Audit universe and annual audit planning
  • Risk assessment methodologies
  • Audit engagement planning and scoping
  • Audit programs and working papers
  • Sampling techniques and evidence gathering
Day 4: Audit Execution & Fieldwork

  • Conducting audit tests and procedures
  • Evaluating controls and identifying gaps
  • Managing audit findings and root causes
  • Communicating with auditees
  • Maintaining audit documentation
Day 5: Audit Reporting, Follow-Up & Quality Assurance

  • Writing effective audit reports
  • Developing practical recommendations
  • Audit follow-up and issue tracking
  • Quality assurance and improvement programs (QAIP)
  • Course review, Q&A, and knowledge assessment

Post Test

End of the Course

Assessment Methodology

All courses conducted by EdTech will begin with a Pre-evaluation and end with a Post-evaluation. The instructor will evaluate the knowledge and skills of the participants according to the feedback given by participants. This will help to recognize the benefits and the level of knowledge gained by participants through the course.

Training Methodology

Facilitated by a highly qualified specialist, who has extensive knowledge and experience; this program will be conducted using extensively interactive methods, encouraging participants to share their own experiences and apply the program material to real-life work situations in order to stimulate group discussions and improve the efficiency of the subject coverage.

Percentages of the total course hour classification are:

  • ​40% Theoretical lectures, Concepts and approach
  • 20% Motivation to develop individual skill and Techniques
  • 20% Case Studies and Practical Exercises
  • 20% Topic General Discussions and interaction

Course Manual

Participants will be provided with comprehensive presentation material as reference manual. This presentation material is a compilation of core valuable information, references, presentation methods and inspiring reading which will be used as a part of the material guide.

Course Certificate

At the completion of the course, all participants who successfully accomplished the required contact hours will receive an EdTech Training Participation Certificate as a testimony to their commitment to professional development and further education.

Why Edtech ?

  • Industry Experienced; Internationally Qualified Trainers
  • Hands-on Practical Sessions & Assignments
  • Intensive Study materials
  • Flexible Schedules
  • Realistic training methodology
  • High-Quality Training in Affordable Course Fees
  • Achievement Certificate, as approved by the Ministry of Education (Abu Dhabi Center for Technical and Vocational Education Training - ACTVET), HABC, AWS, IAOSHE, SHRM, etc.