CIA Preparation Course – Part 3 Internal Audit Function

Programm

Exam Preparation and Practical Application

• Structured analysis of CIA Part 3 exam-style questions and business scenarios
• Connecting internal audit operations, planning, quality and reporting
• Review of core topics, common pitfalls and individual exam strategies

Module 1: Internal Audit Operations

• Management and organisation of the internal audit function
• Financial, human and technological resources and internal audit methodologies
• Internal audit strategy, stakeholder expectations and communication with senior management and the board

Module 2: Internal Audit Plan

• Audit universe, potential engagements and emerging risks
• Development and continuous adjustment of a risk-based audit plan
• Coordination with other internal and external assurance providers

Module 3: Quality of the Internal Audit Function

• Quality assurance and improvement programme
• Internal and external assessments and handling of nonconformance
• Performance indicators, monitoring and continuous improvement

Module 4: Engagement Results and Monitoring

• Effective communication and reporting of engagement results
• Findings, recommendations, management action plans and residual risk
• Follow-up, monitoring, risk acceptance and escalation

Das können Sie nach dem Seminarbesuch

• explain the key responsibilities and management principles of an effective internal audit function
• apply principles of risk-based planning, quality assurance, reporting and follow-up
• systematically analyse CIA Part 3 exam-style questions and structure your final exam preparation