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Introduction
Course overview
Modern internal audit functions are expected to move beyond traditional compliance activities and become strategic contributors to organizational performance. This course enables participants to understand how internal audit can create measurable value through improved governance, risk management, operational efficiency, and proactive assurance practices.
What you will achieve
Learning objectives
- Understand the evolving role of internal audit in creating organizational value
- Apply value-based auditing techniques and approaches
- Strengthen risk-focused audit planning and assurance activities
- Evaluate governance and organizational effectiveness
- Improve stakeholder relationships and communication strategies
- Assess emerging audit areas and business risks
- Enhance the strategic contribution of internal audit functions
Who should attend
Target audience
- Internal auditors
- Audit managers and supervisors
- Risk management professionals
- Governance and compliance specialists
- Internal control professionals
- Audit committee members
- Professionals involved in assurance activities
- Target Competencies
Methodology
Learning approach
- The course combines interactive presentations, case studies, group discussions, practical exercises, audit simulations, workshops, and real-world examples to support practical implementation and professional development.
Complete course outline
Five focused days of learning and application
The timings provided are estimates and may vary depending on the number of participants and the discussions taking place during the sessions. They are indicative only and do not constitute a binding commitment.
Day 1
Internal Audit Excellence and Strategic Impact
- Understanding the evolving role of internal audit in modern organizations
- Positioning internal audit as a driver of organizational improvement and positive change
- Understanding current standards and emerging audit expectations
- Strengthening risk awareness and risk-focused audit planning approaches
- Coffee break
- Strengthening risk awareness and risk-focused audit planning approaches (continued)
- Developing high-performing internal audit teams and capabilities
- Improving the visibility and value perception of internal audit activities
Day 2
Value for Money Auditing and Performance Evaluation
- Understanding the principles and objectives of value-focused auditing
- Exploring the benefits and practical applications of value-based audit approaches
- Evaluating efficiency, economy, and effectiveness within operations
- Coffee break
- Evaluating efficiency, economy, and effectiveness within operations (continued)
- Applying techniques for measuring operational value and performance
- Understanding performance indicators and measurement tools
- Reviewing practical examples and case-based applications
Day 3
Risk-Based Audit Focus and Value Creation
- Prioritizing audit activities with the greatest organizational impact
- Evaluating third-party relationships and outsourced activities
- Assessing risks and controls associated with external service providers
- Coffee break
- Assessing risks and controls associated with external service providers (continued)
- Managing audit activities designed to generate operational value
- Understanding continuous auditing techniques and monitoring approaches
- Applying assurance mapping to improve audit coverage and coordination
Day 4
Governance and Stakeholder Value Enhancement
- Understanding the foundations and principles of corporate governance
- Auditing governance structures and oversight processes
- Building productive relationships with audit committees and key stakeholders
- Coffee break
- Building productive relationships with audit committees and key stakeholders (continued)
- Reviewing ethical practices and corporate responsibility initiatives
- Understanding stakeholder expectations and enhancing audit effectiveness
- Assessing emerging areas and non-traditional audit environments
Day 5
Auditing Complex and Emerging Risk Areas
- Understanding information security risks and control environments
- Reviewing risks associated with developing systems and technologies
- Auditing external communications and digital platforms
- Coffee break
- Auditing external communications and digital platforms (continued)
- Evaluating risks and controls in technology and transformation projects
- Assessing business continuity and resilience frameworks
- Understanding brand protection and reputation management risks
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What does Adding Value in Internal Audit (AGRC-013) cover?
This course covers Auditing and Governance Risk and Compliance through a structured five-day outline focused on practical application, discussion, and implementation planning.
When is the next available session?
The next scheduled session starts on 5 - 9 October 2026. See the course schedules section for the available dates and delivery formats.
Who should attend this course?
Internal auditors, Audit managers and supervisors, Risk management professionals
Is bilingual course delivery available?
Yes. All course materials and presentations are provided in English, while bilingual explanation and discussion support may be available depending on the selected location and trainer availability. For example, when attending a course in Istanbul, you may request a Turkish-speaking trainer to explain the English course content in Turkish. Arabic explanation support may also be requested at this location. Other languages are available in selected cities. You can choose your preferred language support as an optional preference during registration.
How can I register for a session?
Use any Register button next to the available course dates to open the participant registration page and submit your booking request for the selected session.
Is this course available online as well as classroom-based?
Check the course schedules section for currently published classroom and Online / Live sessions.
Where are classroom sessions delivered?
Current classroom venues include Amsterdam, London, Kuala lumpur, Barcelona, Munich, Frankfurt, Istanbul.
How long is the training programme?
The programme runs for five days, with up to five training hours per day, from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Each programme includes a total of 25 training hours.
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