Adding Value in Internal Audit

An Intensive 5-day Training Course

Adding Value in Internal Audit

Transforming Internal Audit
into an Insightful, Catalyst for Change

UPCOMING SESSIONS

Classroom sessions
DateVenueFee
15-19 Dec 2025London - UK$5,950RESERVE A SEAT
13-17 Apr 2026Dubai - UAE$5,950RESERVE A SEAT
10-14 Aug 2026Dubai - UAE$5,950RESERVE A SEAT
14-18 Dec 2026London - UK$5,950RESERVE A SEAT

Training Course Overview

This Internal Audit training course is crafted to redefine the role of the Internal Audit function, positioning it as a dynamic contributor to strategic decision-making. Moving beyond traditional compliance-driven practices, the course encourages a forward-thinking, value-centric approach that aligns Internal Audit with organizational performance goals. Participants will explore how audit functions can evolve into trusted advisors by applying advanced audit strategies, benchmarking against global best practices, and delivering insights that drive meaningful change. Core elements include continuous auditing methodologies, effective governance auditing, stakeholder engagement, and auditing contemporary areas such as third-party risks and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR). Through this transformation, Internal Audit professionals will learn to provide deeper assurance, foster transparency, and become catalysts for improvement across the enterprise. The course empowers professionals to reframe audit delivery, optimize resources, and exceed the evolving expectations of executive leadership.

Training Course Objectives

This Internal Audit Course aims to build the capabilities of internal audit professionals to deliver strategic value and high-impact assurance. Participants will learn to apply global standards, drive improvements, and engage leadership with confidence.

  • Benchmark internal audit activities against global best practices
  • Transform from a compliance-driven function to a value-driven service
  • Deliver measurable value through actionable insights
  • Tackle consultancy roles with clarity and structure
  • Confidently assess Corporate Governance frameworks
  • Enhance stakeholder assurance practices
  • Build stronger, trust-based engagement with senior leadership

Designed for

This Internal Audit training course is intended for professionals who lead or contribute to assurance functions and aim to elevate their role within the organization. It is ideal for those seeking to modernize their internal audit approach and strengthen their value proposition.

  • Heads of Audit and Chief Audit Executives
  • Internal Audit Managers and Supervisors
  • Professionals transitioning into leadership audit roles
  • Compliance and Quality Assurance Managers
  • Senior Management involved in governance and control
  • Assurance professionals working with third-party oversight
  • Consultants supporting audit transformation initiatives

Learning Methods

This Internal Audit course leverages an engaging blend of interactive learning techniques, including real-world case studies, practical exercises, and peer-to-peer discussions. Participants will be exposed to proven tools that enhance audit impact and explore strategies for optimizing audit services. The course promotes collaborative learning and idea exchange, enabling participants to challenge conventional methods and adopt best practices that meet and exceed stakeholder expectations.

The Course Outline

Day One: Internal Audit Best Practice
  • Ensure IA is seen as an agent for positive change
  • Meeting the challenges of the new IIA standards
  • The significant changes in the Internal Audit role
  • The need to recognise audit risk
  • Building a world class team
  • Marketing the IA activities
Day Two: The Value for Money (VFM) Approach
  • What is VFM?
  • The Power of VFM auditing
  • The 3 E’s (Efficiency, economy and effectiveness)
  • VFM audit techniques
  • Performance measurement
  • Case Studies
Day Three: Adding Value by Focusing Audit Activities
  • Focusing attention on the activities with potential to add value
  • Auditing Third Party activities
  • Outsourcing reviews
  • Managing the added value audit process
  • Continuous auditing
  • Assurance Mapping
Day Four: Corporate Governance – the Added Value Approach
  • The key aspects of CG
  • Auditing the key aspects of Corporate Governance
  • Developing proactive Audit Committee relationships
  • Auditing Corporate Social Responsibility and Ethics
  • How to understand and exceed stakeholders’ expectations
  • Auditing new areas such as Social Media
Day Five: Auditing the More Complex Added Value Topics
  • Information security
  • Systems under development
  • The web site and external communications
  • IT projects
  • Business Continuity Management
  • Brand and reputation management

The Certificate

  • Anderson Certificate of Completion will be provided to delegates who attend and complete the course

In Association With

Aztech
Copex
Coventry
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