Implementing Effective Corporate Governance through Internal Audit in

Introduction

This 5-day training course is designed for Director of Internal Audit & Risk and is focused on implementing effective corporate governance through internal audit. The course covers the key principles of corporate governance and provides a comprehensive understanding of how internal audit can support the implementation and ongoing maintenance of a robust governance framework.

Objectives

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Understand the principles of corporate governance
- Assess the current governance framework and identify areas for improvement
- Develop and implement a plan to improve the governance framework
- Establish and maintain a culture of corporate governance within the organization
- Use internal audit as a tool to monitor and assess the effectiveness of the governance framework

Who Should Attend

This course is designed for Director of Internal Audit & Risk, internal auditors, and other risk management professionals. The course is ideal for those who are looking to develop their understanding of corporate governance and how internal audit can support the implementation and ongoing maintenance of a robust governance framework.

Course Outline

Day 1: Understanding Corporate Governance

- Introduction to corporate governance
- Key principles of corporate governance
- The role of internal audit in corporate governance

Day 2: Assessing the Current Governance Framework

- Reviewing the current governance framework
- Identifying areas for improvement
- Developing a plan to improve the governance framework

Day 3: Improving the Governance Framework

- Implementing improvements to the governance framework
- Establishing a culture of corporate governance
- Monitoring and assessing the effectiveness of the governance framework

Day 4: Using Internal Audit to Monitor Governance

- The role of internal audit in monitoring governance
- Techniques for conducting governance audits
- Reporting on governance performance

Day 5: Maintaining a Culture of Corporate Governance

- Sustaining the culture of corporate governance
- Monitoring and assessing the effectiveness of the governance framework
- Preparing for future governance challenges

Outputs

Participants will receive a certificate of completion and will have developed a comprehensive understanding of corporate governance and how internal audit can support the implementation and ongoing maintenance of a robust governance framework.
Which of the following skills are in this course: Audit Execution, Audit Planning, Business Process Excellence, Corporate Governance Understanding, Organization & Planning, Timeliness, Risk Policy & Governance Framework, Forensic Auditing.

Throughout the course, participants will have the opportunity to work on practical exercises and case studies to apply the concepts and skills they have learned. The course will also include interactive discussions and opportunities for participants to share their experiences and insights.