Requirements

• Completion of CIA Part 1: It is recommended that you complete Part 1 of the CIA exam prior to this course
• as it provides foundational knowledge required for Part 2.
• Basic Auditing Knowledge: A solid understanding of auditing principles
• financial statements
• and organizational structures will be helpful for this course.

Description

The IIA-CIA-Part2: Internal Auditor course is designed to equip you with the essential knowledge and skills to evaluate and improve an organization’s internal control systems, risk management processes, and governance structures. Focusing on the practice of internal auditing, Part 2 of the CIA exam covers critical topics such as conducting audit engagements, assessing internal controls, and applying effective audit methodologies.

This course emphasizes real-world application and prepares you to handle complex audit tasks, helping organizations achieve their objectives through proper auditing practices.

Key Learning Outcomes:

• Internal Control Systems: Learn how to evaluate and enhance internal control systems, focusing on risk management, governance, and control frameworks (e.g., COSO).

• Audit Procedures and Techniques: Understand how to develop and apply audit procedures, including gathering evidence, testing controls, and performing analytical reviews.

• Risk Management: Gain expertise in assessing risk at various levels of an organization and using risk-based audit approaches.

• Conducting Audit Engagements: Learn the process of planning, executing, and completing an internal audit engagement, including performing tests and preparing findings.

• Ethics and Professional Standards: Understand the ethical standards and guidelines that govern the internal auditing profession, including professional behavior and independence.

• Audit Communication: Learn how to effectively communicate audit findings and recommendations to stakeholders, ensuring clarity and actionable insights.

• Internal Audit Tools and Techniques: Familiarize yourself with the tools and techniques used in internal audits, such as audit software, sampling methods, and interview techniques.

Who Should Take This Course:

• Aspiring Internal Auditors: Professionals looking to gain a comprehensive understanding of the internal auditing process and prepare for the CIA exam.

• Current Internal Auditors: Individuals in internal audit roles who wish to expand their knowledge and strengthen their audit methodologies.

• Risk and Compliance Managers: Professionals involved in risk assessment, compliance, and governance who want to enhance their auditing skills.

• Business Analysts and Controllers: Professionals responsible for internal controls and financial oversight who want to deepen their understanding of auditing practices.

Who this course is for:

• Aspiring Internal Auditors
• Risk and Compliance Managers