Global Learning for Operational Leaders
Course AGRC-010
Consultancy Skills for Auditors
Modern internal auditors are increasingly expected to move beyond traditional assurance activities and contribute strate... The outline covers Internal Auditing Foundations and Professional Responsibilities, Consulting R...
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Course overview
Why Attend
Modern internal auditors are increasingly expected to move beyond traditional assurance activities and contribute strategic value through advisory and consulting services. This course equips participants with the practical consulting skills needed to strengthen governance, improve risk management, enhance organizational performance, and communicate recommendations effectively while maintaining professional independence.
Course Methodology
The course combines interactive presentations, practical workshops, case studies, consulting simulations, group discussions, role-playing exercises, and real-life audit scenarios to support hands-on learning and application.
Course Objectives
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Understand the evolving consulting role of internal auditors
- Apply consulting approaches within audit and governance activities
- Strengthen communication and advisory skills
- Improve problem-solving and analytical capabilities
- Develop effective consulting engagement processes
- Enhance organizational risk management and compliance frameworks
- Deliver value-added recommendations and strategic support
Target Audience
- Internal auditors
- Audit supervisors and managers
- Risk management professionals
- Compliance officers
- Governance specialists
- Financial controllers
- Professionals involved in assurance and advisory functions
Target Competencies
- Internal auditing practices
- Consulting and advisory skills
- Risk assessment and management
- Communication and report writing
- Governance and compliance
- Problem-solving and analytical thinking
- Stakeholder relationship management
- Professional judgment and ethics
What you will achieve
Learning objectives
- Understand the evolving consulting role of internal auditors
- Apply consulting approaches within audit and governance activities
- Strengthen communication and advisory skills
- Improve problem-solving and analytical capabilities
- Develop effective consulting engagement processes
- Enhance organizational risk management and compliance frameworks
- Deliver value-added recommendations and strategic support
Who should attend
Target audience
- Internal auditors
- Audit supervisors and managers
- Risk management professionals
- Compliance officers
- Governance specialists
- Financial controllers
- Professionals involved in assurance and advisory functions
- Target Competencies
Methodology
Learning approach
- The course combines interactive presentations, practical workshops, case studies, consulting simulations, group discussions, role-playing exercises, and real-life audit scenarios to support hands-on learning and application.
Course content
Five focused days of learning and application
Day 1
Internal Auditing Foundations and Professional Responsibilities
- Understanding the purpose and principles of internal auditing
- Reviewing the role and responsibilities of internal audit functions
- Understanding audit structures, responsibilities, and operational procedures
- Preserving independence, objectivity, and professional integrity
- Strengthening audit planning and preparation processes
- Developing essential professional and technical skills for auditors
Day 2
Consulting Roles within Internal Audit Functions
- Understanding value-added consulting activities within organizations
- Exploring the relationship between internal auditing and consulting services
- Aligning consulting activities with governance and oversight requirements
- Supporting organizational governance frameworks and accountability structures
- Developing effective compliance approaches and control environments
- Strengthening risk management practices through consulting initiatives
Day 3
Consulting Engagement Skills and Professional Communication
- Understanding the stages of a consulting engagement lifecycle
- Assessing and developing consulting capabilities and competencies
- Developing practical recommendations and presenting effective solutions
- Improving report writing and communication techniques
- Strengthening interpersonal communication and relationship-building skills
- Demonstrating professional credibility and consulting competence
Day 4
Consulting Tools, Techniques, and Organizational Dynamics
- Understanding practical tools and methodologies used in consulting activities
- Applying active listening and effective reporting techniques
- Improving client satisfaction and stakeholder management approaches
- Conducting process analysis and identifying improvement opportunities
- Managing organizational dynamics and workplace challenges effectively
- Addressing conflict of interest situations and maintaining ethical standards
Day 5
Delivering Effective Internal Consulting Value
- Strengthening analytical and problem-solving capabilities
- Supporting continuous assurance and performance improvement initiatives
- Increasing awareness of fraud prevention and control practices
- Enhancing ethical culture and organizational conduct frameworks
- Identifying opportunities for operational and business improvement
- Recognizing and utilizing opportunities for strategic value creation
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What does Consultancy Skills for Auditors (AGRC-010) cover?
This course covers Auditing and Governance Risk and Compliance through a structured five-day outline focused on practical application, discussion, and implementation planning.
When is the next available session?
The next scheduled session starts on Schedule on request, with additional classroom dates and mirrored Online / Live options listed in the course schedules section.
Who should attend this course?
Internal auditors, Audit supervisors and managers, Risk management professionals
How can I register for a session?
Use any Register button next to the available course dates to open the participant registration page and submit your booking request for the selected session.
Is this course available online as well as classroom-based?
Yes. The course detail page includes both classroom sessions and Online / Live sessions, with online options aligned to the same course dates for easier planning.
Where are classroom sessions delivered?
Classroom venues are confirmed in the schedule panel for each published session.
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