Hands-On CPE Training
 
Elevate your internal auditing expertise at the Testing the Operating Effectiveness of Internal Controls in-person CPE event. This immersive training is designed to enhance your understanding of internal controls, Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance, and control testing techniques grounded in the COSO Framework.
 
Ideal for auditors and compliance professionals, this session equips you with the skills to identify control weaknesses, boost operational efficiency, and drive organizational success.
 
Why Attend?
 
Earn Essential CPE Credits
Attendees receive 4 Continuing Professional Education (CPE) credits, providing you with valuable recognition for advancing your knowledge in auditing and compliance practices.
 
Master SOX Compliance and Beyond
Learn to effectively test and strengthen internal controls, ensuring compliance with SOX requirements while supporting your organization’s broader risk management objectives.
 
Enhance Career Opportunities
Stay competitive in today’s regulated business environment by developing expertise in control testing and risk mitigation, skills that make you a vital asset to any organization.
 
Engage with Industry Experts
Gain insights from seasoned professionals through interactive learning sessions, real-world applications, and collaborative networking opportunities.
 
Course Highlights
 
Build confidence in your ability to evaluate internal controls with practical strategies and tools inspired by the industry’s leading COSO Framework. Topics covered include:
Testing Internal Control Effectiveness: Learn the distinction between design and operating effectiveness and how to apply advanced testing techniques to entity-level controls, financial transactions, and IT general controls.
Improving Control Maturity: Explore strategies to improve controls, reduce risk, and foster operational resilience through continuous monitoring and refined processes.
Actionable Reporting: Develop impactful reporting techniques to clearly communicate key findings and remediation plans to management and stakeholders.
Interactive Learning Experience: Participate in hands-on sessions, panel discussions, and engaging workshops to reinforce theoretical concepts and apply them to practical scenarios.
 
Course Agenda
 
This instructor-led, live event offers a focused, actionable structure designed to deliver real-world outcomes.
Introduction to Internal Controls Effectiveness: Deepen your understanding of the COSO Framework and its relevance to testing internal controls.
Entity-Level and Financial Transaction Controls: Learn advanced testing methods and gain confidence in identifying weaknesses and assessing operational performance.
IT General Controls and System Safeguards: Explore how to test IT general controls and protect sensitive data while ensuring operational continuity.
Developing Actionable Recommendations: Integrate findings into comprehensive recommendations that support management actions and compliance efforts.
Improving Maturity and Continuous Monitoring: Identify modern solutions, including technology, that strengthen internal controls and reduce long-term risks.
 
Each session is structured to provide participants with actionable insights that can be implemented immediately in their professional roles.
 
Session Details
When: Wednesdays, 1 p.m.–4:30 p.m. CST
CPE Credits: 4 credits (based on 50 minutes of instruction per hour)
Level: Basic (No prerequisites or advanced preparation required)
 
Private group training options are available for organizations with two or more attendees who wish to schedule the event at their convenience.
 
Who Should Attend?
 
This training is ideal for internal auditors, compliance officers, risk managers, and financial professionals committed to taking their proficiency in internal controls to the next level. It’s tailored for those responsible for ensuring robust compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley and driving their organization’s success in managing operational risks.
 
Benefits of Attending
Ensure Regulatory Compliance
Gain practical tools to meet complex SOX compliance standards while aligning your organization’s controls with regulatory expectations.
Minimize Risk Exposure
Learn to identify weaknesses in internal controls and implement solutions that protect your organization against operational and compliance risks.
Broaden Professional Skills
Develop new competencies in advanced control testing, continuous monitoring, and process improvement, positioning yourself as an invaluable resource in today’s regulatory environment.
Expand Industry Connections
Build relationships with thought leaders and peers through workshops and panel discussions that encourage the exchange of ideas and best practices.
 
Why Internal Controls Are Crucial
 
Strong internal controls are the backbone of regulatory compliance and efficient risk management. Operating effectiveness testing ensures that control processes are not only well-designed but also functioning as intended to prevent errors, fraud, and inefficiencies. This course focuses on helping attendees build a robust control environment supported by actionable insights, innovative methodologies, and technological advancements.
 
By enhancing operational resilience and reducing risk, participants can contribute directly to their organization’s long-term compliance and financial performance, driving meaningful change from within.
 
Register Now
 
Don’t miss this opportunity to refine your auditing expertise and stay ahead of regulatory demands. The Testing the Operating Effectiveness of Internal Controls CPE event offers essential training for professionals who seek to transform their approach to internal auditing.
 
Secure your spot today and gain top-tier skills to support your team and organization. Tackle today’s compliance challenges with greater confidence and emerge as a leader in fostering effective internal controls. Register now!
 
Equip yourself with strategies that make a difference—enhance your internal controls knowledge with this critical CPE training event.