An Intensive 5-day Training Course
Procurement Audit
Fundamentals of Procurement, Processes, People, Systems, and Compliance
UPCOMING SESSIONS
| Date | Venue | Fee | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10-14 Nov 2025 | London - UK | $5,950 | RESERVE A SEAT |
| 06-10 Apr 2026 | London - UK | $5,950 | RESERVE A SEAT |
| 08-12 Jun 2026 | Dubai - UAE | $5,950 | RESERVE A SEAT |
| 21-25 Sep 2026 | Dubai - UAE | $5,950 | RESERVE A SEAT |
| 09-13 Nov 2026 | London - UK | $5,950 | RESERVE A SEAT |
Training Course Overview
This Procurement Audit Training Course equips professionals with the tools and techniques needed to conduct effective audits of procurement operations, ensuring transparency, regulatory compliance, and performance optimization. In an increasingly complex procurement environment, organizations must establish strong internal controls and audit practices to minimize risk and enhance accountability. This course provides a structured approach to evaluating procurement strategies, systems, personnel, and supplier relationships, with a focus on identifying inefficiencies, unethical practices, and non-compliance.
Participants will learn how to audit procurement procedures across all stages—from planning and supplier selection to contract management and performance monitoring. Real-world scenarios, case discussions, and hands-on activities will reinforce best practices in procurement governance and audit planning. The course emphasizes risk-based auditing techniques, stakeholder engagement, and compliance with local and international procurement regulations, helping professionals build a strong audit culture that supports organizational integrity and value for money.
Training Course Objectives
This Procurement Audit Course provides participants with the knowledge and tools to evaluate procurement activities effectively and ensure alignment with internal policies and external regulatory requirements.
- Understand the principles and scope of procurement auditing
- Identify operational risks, inefficiencies, and compliance gaps
- Evaluate procurement systems, workflows, and internal controls
- Assess roles, responsibilities, and ethical behavior in procurement teams
- Ensure adherence to procurement regulations and standards
- Recommend practical improvements to enhance transparency and accountability
Designed for
This Procurement Audit Training Course is ideal for professionals responsible for auditing, managing, or overseeing procurement processes. It is especially valuable for those seeking to strengthen governance and risk control in purchasing activities.
- Procurement and Supply Chain Managers
- Internal and External Auditors
- Risk and Compliance Officers
- Legal and Regulatory Advisors in Procurement
- Finance and Accounting Professionals supporting procurement activities
- Executives and Senior Managers responsible for procurement oversight
Learning Methods
This Procurement Audit Course uses an interactive and practical learning approach to reinforce audit principles and techniques. Participants will engage in expert-led sessions, group workshops, case study analysis, and audit simulations. Exercises in risk identification, compliance assessment, and ethical decision-making will enhance understanding and promote real-world application of auditing concepts. Peer-to-peer discussions and collaborative projects will further support knowledge retention and skill development.
The Course Outline
- Overview of procurement functions and principles
- The role of procurement audits in governance and compliance
- Key procurement risks and challenges
- International procurement standards and best practices
- Case Study: Analysing procurement audit failures
- Procurement planning and strategy evaluation
- Supplier selection and contract management audit
- Assessing procurement documentation and record-keeping
- Transparency and ethical considerations in procurement
- Group exercise: Identifying weaknesses in procurement processes
- Roles and responsibilities in procurement auditing
- Stakeholder accountability in procurement transactions
- Assessing competency and training in procurement teams
- Ethical considerations in procurement decision-making
- Workshop: Auditing procurement team performance
- IT systems and e-procurement audit considerations
- Data analytics and technology in procurement audits
- Evaluating internal controls and fraud prevention measures
- Enhancing transparency with digital procurement solutions
- Group exercise: Reviewing procurement audit reports
- Key legal and regulatory frameworks in procurement
- Compliance audit techniques and best practices
- Reporting procurement audit findings and recommendations
- Developing a continuous improvement plan for procurement integrity
- Final group presentation: Designing an effective procurement audit framework
The Certificate
- Anderson Certificate of Completion will be provided to delegates who attend and complete the course
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