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Being an Audit Leader - In-Person
Advance Your Audit Leadership Skills to Lead with Confidence
 
Take the next step in your career by joining the Being an Audit Leader – In-Person CPE Training Event, a specialized program designed to empower internal auditors with the tools, techniques, and strategies needed to excel in leadership roles. Perfect for professionals with 2-10 years of experience, this course offers 24 NASBA-approved CPE credits and focuses on mastering audit leadership, team management, and the audit life cycle.
 
This event is ideal for new audit leaders or those aspiring to lead, providing insights into aligning audit practices with organizational goals while building strong relationships across all levels.
 
Why Attend?
  • Earn 24 Valuable CPE Credits - Bolster your credentials by completing this interactive leadership training.
  • Strengthen Leadership and Team Management - Learn how to supervise, develop, and inspire your audit team for better performance.
  • Master the Audit Life Cycle - Gain a deeper understanding of the phases of an audit, from planning to reporting.
  • Enhance Stakeholder Communication - Build skills to manage relationships with executive management, the Chief Audit Executive, and audit committees.
  • Develop a Holistic View of Auditing - Expand your expertise across financial, operational, fraud, IT, and compliance audits.
 
What You’ll Learn
This comprehensive program provides attendees with actionable strategies to lead their internal auditing teams effectively while tackling complex risk management challenges. Highlights of the learning objectives include:
  1. Understand Core Leadership Roles
    • Define responsibilities of the Audit Manager, Senior, and Committee members.
  2. Navigate the Audit Life Cycle
    • Explore each phase, from risk assessment and planning to reporting and implementation.
  3. Refine Audit Types and Techniques
    • Learn the essentials of financial, operational, IT, and fraud detection audits.
  4. Master Workpaper Documentation
    • Create high-quality, accurate, and concise workpapers that align with audit standards.
  5. Communicate Audit Results Effectively
    • Develop concise reports with clear recommendations and CAPs for stakeholders.
  6. Foster a Culture of Quality
    • Implement Internal Audit Quality Improvement Programs (IA QIP).
 
Event Highlights
This program leverages hands-on exercises, case studies, and real-world insights to equip you with the skills to lead confidently. Key highlights include:
  • Comprehensive Curriculum: Covering all leadership responsibilities and audit types.
  • Expert-Led Sessions: Learn directly from seasoned audit professionals.
  • Interactive Learning: Gain practical experience through workshops and scenario-based exercises.
  • Career Development: Build skills that translate directly into leadership roles within internal auditing.
 
Key Agenda Topics
Explore a detailed and structured agenda covering the following areas essential to audit leadership success:
  1. Audit Leadership Concepts and Definitions
    • Roles and responsibilities of audit leaders.
    • Internal control and risk management fundamentals.
  2. The Audit Life Cycle
    • Detailed breakdown of planning, execution, and reporting stages.
  3. Strategic Audit Types
    • Insights into financial, IT, compliance, and fraud audits.
  4. Team Management Techniques
    • Supervising, mentoring, and fostering collaboration within your audit team.
  5. Stakeholder Engagement
    • Relationship management with executives and the audit committee.
  6. Effective Workpaper Documentation
    • Key elements, organization methods, and review strategies.
  7. Audit Software and Tools
    • Leveraging technology to improve audit planning, execution, and reporting.
  8. Audit Results Communication
    • Best practices for presenting findings, recommendations, and corrective action plans.
  9. Internal Audit Quality and Metrics
    • Implementing IA QIP for consistent improvement.
 
Event Details
  • Format: Live, in-person training delivered by experienced educators.
  • Schedule: Monday – Wednesday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (ends at 4 p.m. on Wednesday).
  • Duration: 3 days (24 CPE credits awarded).
  • Cost: $2,160 per attendee.
  • Location: Available across various cities nationwide.
  • Prerequisites: Basic understanding of auditing processes.
 
Who Should Attend?
This course is designed for internal auditors and professionals aiming to excel in audit leadership roles, including but not limited to:
  • Audit Managers and Seniors desiring to strengthen their leadership capabilities.
  • Internal Auditors aspiring to transition into leadership positions.
  • Compliance Professionals managing internal controls and audit functions.
  • Risk Managers focused on integrating audit functions into organizational risk strategies.
 
Why Audit Leadership Matters
Strong audit leadership isn’t just about managing teams—it’s about driving value through effective internal audits, fostering accountability, and aligning audits with strategic objectives. This seminar provides all the tools and insights you need to lead with impact while enhancing your career as an audit professional.
 
Register Today
Take charge of your professional development with the Being an Audit Leader – In-Person CPE Training Event. Earn 24 CPE credits while unlocking the strategies to lead teams, execute audits effectively, and communicate results with clarity.
 
Register now to secure your spot and elevate your career as an impactful audit leader!

Being an Audit Leader - In-Person

$2,160.00Price

  • The sessions will be as follows:

    Monday – 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

    Tuesday - 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

    Wednesday - 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

    Offered in-person in various cites each month on Monday-Wednesdays in sessions.

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In accordance with the standards of the National Registry of CPE Sponsors, CPE credits are granted based on a 50-minute hour.

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Complaints may also be forwarded to the company principals, David S. Marshall (708-205-2366; davem@cseminars.com) and/ or John Blackshire (479-200-4373; johnb@cseminars.com)

 

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At CCS, we are deeply dedicated to delivering NASBA-sponsored Continuing Professional Education (CPE) training events focusing on vital subjects such as risk management, audit & assurance, internal controls, internal audit, cybersecurity, and compliance. Our educational content is meticulously crafted to be accessible through live webinars and in-person CPE events, custom-tailored to meet the CPE requirements of certifications including CIA, CPA, CISA, CFE, and other professional certifications.

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We take immense pride in our pivotal role over the past twenty years of empowering participants to expand their audit expertise and develop a deep understanding of best-practice frameworks and standards established by eminent organizations such as IIA, AICPA, COSO Framework, PCAOB Auditing Standards, NAIC Model Laws, GAO Green Book, GAO Yellow Book, NIST, ISO, CMMC, ACFE, SEC, and IAASB.

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Our comprehensive CPE training events provide invaluable insights across a diverse spectrum of topics, encompassing internal auditing, external audits, planning and execution of audits using the PCAOB Auditing Standards, formulation and implementation of effective internal audits, risk identification and evaluation, adherence to accounting and auditing standards, proficient management of business endeavors and projects, ITGCs and application controls, vigilant oversight of vendor and third-party risks, robust cybersecurity initiatives, and the reporting of audit, risk management, and internal control training courses.

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Furthermore, we offer our professional attendees the opportunity to engage with our webinar CPE events virtually, featuring live instructors, or to participate in-person at select cities or a location of their choice.

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We consider our target audience to include chief audit executives, audit partners in CPA firms, chief compliance officers, audit managers, audit supervisors, external auditors, internal auditors, internal control professionals, quality control professionals, compliance professionals, board members, and other professionals who prioritize continuous improvement and organizational sustainability.

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Our CPE events are all based on the professional standards provided by the IIA, AICPA, PCAOB Auditing Standards, SEC, ISACA, ACFE, NAIC regulations, NIST, ISO, CMMC, COSO Framework, GAO Yellow Book, GAO Green Book, U.S. GAAP, IFRS, and IAASB.

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The CCS training staff has a broad range of experience in internal auditing, Big 4 auditing, software development and implementation, Big 4 consulting, governmental accounting and auditing, regulatory compliance and professional training.

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Our flexibility in delivering content allows us to cater to the diverse needs of our professional audit function, internal control professional and information technology participants, ensuring a truly enriching learning experience for all.

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Explore our CPE event offerings and sign up for your first CPE training event today!

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