| Date | Venue | Duration | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 - 30 October 2026 | Sandton | 5 Days | |
| 07 - 11 December 2026 | Sandton | 5 Days |
Auditing is no longer a box-ticking exercise; it’s a strategic function that drives accountability, integrity, and performance. Organisations across the public and private sectors depend on skilled auditors to surface inefficiencies, pinpoint risks, and assure regulatory compliance. Traditional methods alone won’t cut it.
This Advanced Auditing Techniques and Procedures course goes beyond basics to focus on data-driven analysis, fraud detection, and risk-based planning. You’ll apply advanced sampling, use technology for forensic work, and sharpen reporting so your recommendations land and lead to action. With practical exercises and real cases, you’ll leave ready to deliver audits that add measurable value.
By the end of the Advanced Auditing Techniques and Procedures course, you will be able to:
Apply advanced risk assessment techniques to audit planning.
Use data analytics to detect anomalies and fraud indicators.
Strengthen internal controls through enhanced audit procedures.
Conduct forensic audits with precision and professional rigour.
Implement effective sampling and evidence-gathering methods.
Navigate complex regulatory frameworks with confidence.
Prepare clear, impactful audit reports that drive decisions.
Leverage audit technology to improve efficiency and insight.
Internal Auditors
External Auditors
Compliance Officers
Risk Managers
Forensic Auditors
Accountants
Financial Controllers
Corporate Governance Professionals
Government Auditors
Business Leaders/Executives
Our diverse instructional approaches ensure effective learning:
– Lectures & Presentations: Engage with expert-driven, stimulating content.
– Course Material: Access well-crafted supporting resources.
– Group Work: Collaborate on discussions and case studies for practical insights.
– Workshops & Role-Play: Participate in immersive, scenario-based activities.
– Practical Application: Focus on applying theoretical knowledge in real situations.
– Post-Training Support: Receive extensive support after training for skill implementation.
Module 1: The Evolving Role of Auditors
Modern expectations and responsibilities
Regulatory change and its impact on audit work
Emerging risk themes across sectors
Moving from compliance to strategic assurance
Auditor contributions to corporate governance
Module 2: Advanced Risk-Based Auditing
Identifying high-risk areas in financial statements
Applying risk assessment frameworks (e.g., COSO, ISO 31000)
Linking risk analysis to scoping and audit plans
Designing targeted audit programmes
Managing and mitigating audit risk throughout the engagement
Module 3: Audit Sampling and Evidence Collection
Statistical vs non-statistical sampling: when and why
Selecting techniques for different audit objectives
Gathering, testing, and evaluating sufficient appropriate evidence
Documenting, interpreting, and concluding on samples
Avoiding common pitfalls in sampling and evidence collection
Module 4: Data Analytics in Auditing
Using audit software and data visualisation tools
Profiling data to identify anomalies and trends
Applying predictive/advanced analytics to assess risk
Automating tests for efficiency and repeatability
Integrating forensic techniques into analytics
Module 5: Fraud Detection and Forensic Auditing
Common fraud schemes and financial manipulation patterns
Investigative techniques for fraud identification
Planning and performing forensic audits and investigations
Working with digital evidence and electronic trails
Legal, ethical, and chain-of-custody considerations
Module 6: Internal Controls and Compliance Audits
Evaluating control design and operating effectiveness
Identifying control gaps and systemic weaknesses
Testing for compliance with laws and regulations
Strengthening governance through control-focused audits
Formulating practical, prioritised recommendations
Module 7: Audit Reporting and Communication Strategies
Writing concise, actionable reports with clear findings
Structuring issues, root causes, and impacts for clarity
Presenting results to executives, boards, and audit committees
Enhancing reports with visuals and dashboards
Influencing stakeholders and securing management buy-in
Module 8: Technology and Automation in Auditing
Practical applications of AI and machine learning in audits
Robotic Process Automation (RPA) for routine testing
Implications of digital ledgers and blockchain for assurance
Cybersecurity considerations relevant to financial auditors
Technology-enabled approaches to fraud prevention
Module 9: Ethical Considerations and Professional Standards
Navigating ethical dilemmas with professional scepticism
Aligning with international standards (ISA, IIA Standards) and best practice
Managing independence and conflicts of interest
Confidentiality, data privacy, and secure handling of information
Continuous professional development and quality assurance
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