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Governance, Risk and Compliance GRC-006

Internal Audit Fundamentals

An applied five-day programme focused specifically on Internal Audit Fundamentals.

Programme at a glance
ReferenceGRC-006
Duration5 days
LevelProfessional
Learning topics20
KAIZEN EUROPEAN ACADEMY

Programme overview

This five-day Kaizen European Academy programme is dedicated specifically to Internal Audit Fundamentals. It develops practical capability in Internal Audit through structured explanation, applied tools, realistic scenarios and guided workshops. Participants move from core concepts to hands-on application, performance control and an implementation plan that can be transferred directly to their workplace.

What you will gain

Learning objectives

Explain the essential concepts, terminology and professional context of Internal Audit Fundamentals.

Apply the principal methods and tools used in Internal Audit Fundamentals.

Analyse realistic situations and make evidence-based decisions related to Internal Audit Fundamentals.

Evaluate performance, risk and control requirements in Internal Audit Fundamentals.

Develop a practical implementation or improvement plan for Internal Audit Fundamentals.

01 · Who Should Attend

Who Should Attend

Professionals, specialists, supervisors and managers whose responsibilities involve internal audit fundamentals or who need to build practical capability in this area.

02 · Programme Methodology

Programme Methodology

Instructor-led explanation, facilitated discussion, subject-specific case studies, practical templates, individual and group exercises, simulations or technical scenarios where appropriate, peer review and a final implementation workshop.

03 · Learning Outcomes

Learning Outcomes

Explain the essential concepts, terminology and professional context of Internal Audit Fundamentals. Apply the principal methods and tools used in Internal Audit Fundamentals. Analyse realistic situations and make evidence-based decisions related to Internal Audit Fundamentals. Evaluate performance, risk and control requirements in Internal Audit Fundamentals. Develop a practical implementation or improvement plan for Internal Audit Fundamentals.

04 · Prerequisites

Prerequisites

No formal prerequisite is required. Relevant professional experience is helpful; technical courses may assume basic familiarity with the operating environment.

Academic journey

Course Outline

A structured day-by-day learning agenda designed around practical application and progressive skill development.

Day
01
Module 1

Internal Audit Fundamentals: Foundations and Operating Context

Scope, terminology and professional context of Internal Audit Fundamentals

Current practices and emerging trends in Internal Audit Fundamentals

Roles, responsibilities and stakeholder expectations in Internal Audit Fundamentals

Diagnostic assessment of current Internal Audit Fundamentals practices

Day
02
Module 2

Core Methods and Tools for Internal Audit Fundamentals

governance

accountability

risk assessment

risk appetite

Day
03
Module 3

Applied Practice in Internal Audit Fundamentals

controls

compliance obligations

policies

ethics

Day
04
Module 4

Performance, Risk and Control in Internal Audit Fundamentals

assurance

internal audit

issue management

reporting

Day
05
Module 5

Internal Audit Fundamentals: Integrated Workshop and Implementation

board oversight

culture

third-party risk

metrics

KAIZEN EUROPEAN ACADEMY

What You Will Receive

01
Programme learning materials
02
Practical resources and templates where applicable
03
Kaizen completion certificate
04
Participant support throughout the learning week
Live learning calendar

Upcoming dates for this programme

Choose one of the next planned European dates, or create a private delivery around your own schedule.

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European training destinations

This programme can be scheduled across our European training destinations. Venue and trainer are confirmed separately for each session.

39cities
20countries

Final venue, dates and trainer are confirmed when the session is scheduled.