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PCAOB AS 2101: Auditing Planning
Boost your skills in audit planning with our specialized webinar on PCAOB AS 2101. This 2 CPE-credit event is tailored for auditors and accounting professionals aiming to master the audit planning process under the latest PCAOB standards. With expert instructors drawing on Big 4 auditing experience, this session provides actionable insights to help you deliver high-quality, reliable audits while ensuring regulatory compliance.
 
Why Attend PCAOB AS 2101 Audit Planning Training?
1. Deepen Your Knowledge of Audit Planning Standards
  • Understand the requirements of PCAOB AS 2101 and their impact on financial audits.
  • Learn to develop and document robust audit plans tailored to risk assessment and materiality.
2. Enhance Audit Quality
  • Perform effective risk identification and response strategies.
  • Incorporate best practices for documenting audit planning decisions to adhere to compliance.
3. Earn 2 CPE Credits
  • Fulfill your CPE requirements and enhance your professional profile with this streamlined, 2-hour program that’s NASBA-approved.
4. Learn from Seasoned Experts
  • Gain insights from experienced instructors with decades of audit planning expertise, ensuring you receive practical strategies and real-world applications.
 
What You’ll Learn
This interactive training session is designed to help you master the audit planning process based on PCAOB AS 2101. Key learning objectives include:
  • Understanding PCAOB Audit Planning Essentials
    • Explore fundamental requirements for planning audits of financial statements.
    • Discover key considerations, from internal controls to identifying risks of material misstatement.
  • Executing Effective Risk Assessments
    • Learn to assess both fraud and financial misstatement risks.
    • Understand the role of materiality in tailoring audit procedures.
  • Mastering Documentation and Compliance
    • Discover how to organize and document audit plans effectively.
    • Stay prepared for inspections with detailed, reliable audit workpapers.
  • Applying Best Practices
    • Use proven methods for communicating with governance teams.
    • Ensure your audit plans comply with all professional and ethical standards.
 
Course Details
  • Schedule: Offered every 8 weeks on Tuesdays, from 10 a.m.–12 p.m. CST.
  • Delivery Format: Group Internet-Based, with opportunities for Q&A and discussion.
  • Credits: Earn 2 CPE credits based on 50 minutes of instruction per hour.
  • Fee: $140 per attendee.
  • Private Sessions: Tailored scheduling available for groups of two or more.
 
Course Agenda
Session Overview
The 2-hour training is packed with essential knowledge and interactive discussions to maximize learning.
  • Introductions and Context
    • The role of audit planning in the PCAOB framework.
    • Overview of the five major auditing standard sections.
  • Key Concepts in PCAOB AS 2101
    • Definitions, objectives, and responsibilities of engagement partners.
    • Handling complex situations like multi-location engagements.
  • Developing the Audit Plan
    • Understanding audit evidence and sufficiency.
    • Steps for planning, assessing risks, and incorporating internal control evaluations.
  • Best Practices and Application
    • Guidance from PCAOB inspections.
    • Strategies for improving effectiveness and staying compliant with evolving standards.
 
Who Should Attend?
This course is ideal for professionals involved in audit planning and execution, including:
  • Auditors seeking to refine their skills in PCAOB audit compliance.
  • Accounting Professionals aiming to enhance their audit planning framework.
  • Audit Managers responsible for leading audit teams toward effective planning strategies.
Whether you’re new to audit planning or looking to sharpen your expertise, this course equips you with the tools and insights to excel.
 
Why PCAOB AS 2101 Matters
PCAOB AS 2101 focuses on building a strong foundation for each audit engagement. Careful planning ensures that auditors identify and address risks effectively, reducing errors and ensuring compliance with industry regulations. By mastering these standards, you’ll not only meet regulatory requirements but also enhance the accuracy and quality of your audits, building trust with stakeholders and clients alike.
 
Take Your Audit Planning to the Next Level
Invest in your professional growth with this high-impact training on PCAOB AS 2101. Gain expert knowledge, earn 2 CPE credits, and bring best practices to your audit planning process.
 
Register now to secure your spot and advance your career as a trusted audit professional!

PCAOB AS 2101: Auditing Planning

$140.00Price

  • Offered every eight weeks on Tuesdays at 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon Central Time in two CPE-Credit event.

     

    We can schedule private events on your timetable for two or more attendees.

     

    NASBA Program Disclosure

    Program Level of Understanding: Basic

    Prerequisites: None

    Advance Preparation: None

    Delivery Format: Group Internet Based

    NASBA Field(s) of Study: Auditing

    CPE Credits: 2, based on 50 minutes of instruction per hour

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