Introduction

As organizations face increasing complexity in the regulatory environment, auditors are at the forefront of ensuring transparency, accountability, and compliance. The Expert-Level Auditing, Governance & Risk Management for Auditors course equips auditing professionals with the tools, frameworks, and techniques to enhance risk-based auditing, ensure corporate governance compliance, and mitigate strategic, financial, and operational risks. This program is designed for senior auditors, audit managers, and professionals responsible for overseeing risk management, governance structures, and internal audits.

Objectives

By the end of this course, participants will:

• Master advanced auditing techniques for risk-based audits and governance assessments
• Develop expertise in strategic governance and enterprise risk management (ERM)
• Understand key global auditing standards (e.g., IAASB, PCAOB, ISAs, SOX) and regulatory compliance
• Integrate AI and data analytics tools in modern audit processes
• Strengthen internal control systems and audit reporting frameworks
• Conduct audits of governance structures and corporate compliance programs
• Enhance cybersecurity audits and IT governance assessments
• Improve audit efficiency by leveraging technology for real-time monitoring and compliance tracking

Who Should Attend?

This course is ideal for:

• Senior Auditors, Audit Managers, and Audit Directors
• Internal and External Auditors overseeing governance and risk management frameworks
• Risk Managers and Compliance Officers
• Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) professionals
• Chief Audit Executives (CAEs)
• Corporate Governance Executives, Regulatory Affairs Specialists, and Legal Advisors
• Audit Committee Members
• IT Auditors and Cybersecurity Auditors

Course Outline

Day 1: Advanced Auditing Frameworks & Governance Principles

• International auditing standards (IAASB, PCAOB, ISAs) and their application to modern organizations
• Corporate governance frameworks: OECD, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, King IV
• Board structures, governance roles, and responsibilities in auditing
• Workshop: Designing a governance audit checklist

Day 2: Risk-Based Auditing & Strategic Risk Management

• Risk-based audit methodology and integrating ERM frameworks
• Identifying and assessing strategic, operational, and financial risks
• Developing audit plans based on risk priorities
• Workshop: Building a risk-based audit framework for your organization

Day 3: Internal Controls & Compliance Audits

• Best practices for assessing internal control frameworks (COSO, COBIT, SOX)
• SOX compliance auditing and testing of financial controls
• Conducting compliance audits to assess regulatory adherence
• Workshop: Internal control self-assessment techniques

Day 4: Fraud Detection & Financial Crime Prevention in Auditing

• Auditing for financial fraud, money laundering, and insider trading
• Implementing anti-money laundering (AML) and fraud detection controls
• Tools for detecting financial crimes during audits
• Case study: Auditing financial fraud in major corporate scandals

Day 5: Advanced IT Auditing & Cybersecurity Risk

• Auditing IT governance: frameworks (ITIL, COBIT, NIST, ISO 27001)
• Cybersecurity audits: risk assessments, penetration testing, and vulnerability scanning
• Data privacy audits and GDPR compliance monitoring
• Workshop: Conducting IT audits for cloud infrastructure and data protection

Day 6: Global Risk & Compliance Frameworks for Auditors

• Understanding global regulations: FCPA, GDPR, CCPA, Basel III, ISO 31000
• The auditor’s role in assessing ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) risk compliance
• Conducting compliance audits for international standards and regional regulations
• Case study: Audit failures due to non-compliance

Day 7: Advanced Data Analytics & Automation in Auditing

• Integrating data analytics and AI tools in modern audit processes
• Using automation to improve audit efficiency and real-time risk detection
• Key auditing software tools: ACL, IDEA, CaseWare
• Workshop: Designing automated audit workflows using data analytics

Day 8: Auditing Corporate Governance & Board Effectiveness

• Assessing the effectiveness of governance structures and board operations
• Governance risk assessments: audit committee responsibilities and ethical oversight
• Evaluating executive compensation and performance-based governance audits
• Case study: Audit of a company’s board governance structure

Day 9: Conducting Audits of Sustainability & ESG Risk

• ESG auditing frameworks: GRI, SASB, TCFD, and IFRS Sustainability Standards
• Evaluating corporate sustainability practices and climate risk assessments
• Ensuring ESG compliance and reporting transparency for stakeholders
• Workshop: Designing an ESG audit methodology

Day 10: Reporting, Communication & Audit Leadership

• Best practices for audit reporting: ensuring clarity, precision, and actionable recommendations
• Communication with stakeholders: presenting audit findings to senior management and the board
• Building a leadership approach to effective auditing and risk management
• Final presentations and certification award ceremony

Certification

Upon successful completion of this program, participants will receive the Expert-Level Auditing, Governance & Risk Management Certification, recognizing their expertise in advanced auditing techniques, corporate governance audits, and risk management strategies.