The British Academy for Training and Development offers a training course in Integrated Program in Internal Audit, aimed at individuals who wish to learn and develop their skills for working in financial audit offices and applying the latest international methodologies used in this field.

To advance into management positions within internal auditing, you need to possess specific skills and qualifications while staying updated on the latest global methodologies for implementing integrated programs in administrative work. The future success and overall performance improvement of companies, as well as identifying the challenges and risks they face, depend on the accuracy and quality of the work carried out within these offices. In this course, the British Academy will present a comprehensive curriculum covering all aspects of work in internal auditing offices and the process of effectively managing company performance and improving general administrative and financial operations across all departments.

Who Should Attend?

• Managers and owners of public and private companies.
• Managers of internal audit departments in large companies.
• Managers of financial auditing and evaluation offices in companies.
• Managers of administrative control offices within institutions and companies.
• All employees working in administrative auditing and control.
• All employees in internal administrative and financial auditing departments.

Knowledge and Benefits:

After completing the program, participants will be able to master the following:

• Understand the integrated program for performing internal audits within auditing offices.
• Learn the latest trends in developing the role of administrative audit offices within companies.
• Learn how to apply financial control principles and assess administrative performance in companies.
• Acquire the necessary skills to identify errors and risks in administrative policies through internal auditing offices.

• Introduction to Internal Auditing

  • Definition and objectives of internal auditing.
  • The importance of internal auditing in achieving organizational goals.
  • Differences between internal and external auditing.

• Standards and Regulatory Bodies

  • International standards for internal auditing (IIA).
  • Regulatory bodies and their role in internal auditing.
  • Legal and regulatory frameworks influencing internal auditing.

• Risks in Internal Auditing

  • Types of risks faced in internal auditing.
  • How to identify and assess risks.
  • Risk management strategies in internal auditing.

• Planning the Internal Auditing Process

  • Phases of planning for internal auditing.
  • Preparing an audit plan: objectives, scope, and timeline.
  • Collecting necessary information and data.

• Gathering Evidence and Analysis

  • Techniques for gathering evidence: documents, interviews, and observations.
  • Data analysis: tools and methods.
  • Evaluating findings and documenting evidence.

• Report Preparation

  • How to write an internal audit report.
  • Report structure: executive summary, findings, and recommendations.
  • Techniques for effective communication and presenting to management.

• Follow-Up on Recommendations

  • How to follow up on the implementation of recommendations.
  • Measuring the effectiveness and impact of recommendations.
  • Strategies for performance improvement based on audit results.

• Handling Difficulties and Challenges

  • Common challenges faced by internal auditors.
  • Strategies for overcoming problems and obstacles.
  • The importance of effective communication in addressing difficulties.

• Internal Auditing in the Public Sector

  • Specifics of internal auditing in government institutions.
  • Tools and methods of auditing used in the public sector.

• Internal Auditing in the Private Sector

  • Challenges and opportunities in internal auditing in the private sector.
  • Internal auditing standards in profit-driven institutions.

• Using Technology in Internal Auditing

  • Tools and applications of technology used in internal auditing.
  • Benefits and importance of digital transformation in audit processes.

• Developing Internal Auditors’ Skills

  • Personal and professional skills required for auditors.
  • Continuous professional development and training.

• Risk-Based Auditing

  • Concept of risk-based auditing (RBA).
  • How to implement auditing based on risk assessment.

• Recent Trends in Internal Auditing

  • Global transformations and their impact on internal auditing.
  • Future trends in internal auditing.

• Importance of Communication with Management

  • Strategies for building effective relationships with senior management.
  • The importance of continuous communication and feedback.

• Internal Auditing and Compliance with Standards

  • The importance of compliance with accounting and regulatory standards.
  • How to implement auditing processes according to international standards.
  • Strategies to enhance compliance and conformity.

• Data Analysis in Internal Auditing

  • Tools and techniques for analyzing big data.
  • How to use analytics to enhance the effectiveness of auditing.
  • Applications of data analysis in internal auditing.

• The Impact of Organizational Culture on Internal Auditing

  • Understanding organizational culture and how it influences internal auditing.
  • Strategies for building a culture that enhances auditing effectiveness.
  • Dealing with cultural resistance during auditing processes.

• Enhancing Cooperation Between Departments

  • The importance of collaboration between internal audit departments and other divisions.
  • Strategies to enhance collaboration and communication.
  • Achieving common goals through teamwork.

• Sustainability in Internal Auditing

  • The concept of sustainability and its importance in internal auditing.
  • How to integrate sustainability practices into auditing processes.
  • Examples of successful sustainability initiatives in institutions.

• Developing Leadership Competencies in Internal Auditing

  • Leadership skills required for internal auditors.
  • How to enhance leadership capabilities within audit teams.
  • Strategies for building an effective team in internal auditing.

• Internal Auditing and Professional Ethics

  • The importance of ethics in internal auditing.
  • How to promote ethical values within auditing.
  • Ethical challenges auditors may face.