Future-Ready Internal Audit Masterclass
Mastering AI Governance, Cybersecurity Resilience, and Strategic Risk-Based Auditing
Internal Audit is becoming a strategic, tech-enabled, forward-looking function. This 3-day masterclass equips professionals with the capabilities to audit in an AI-driven, digitally complex, and risk-intense environment.
28th – 30th September 2026 Johannesburg, South Africa
Course Overview
Internal Audit is no longer just about compliance — it’s becoming a strategic, tech-enabled, forward-looking function.
This 3-day masterclass equips professionals with the capabilities to audit in an AI-driven, digitally complex, and risk-intense environment. It blends AI & emerging technology risks, cybersecurity & digital resilience, and advanced risk-based internal audit practices.
The program is designed to help participants move from traditional audit execution to strategic assurance & advisory roles, using global frameworks, real case studies, and practical tools.
Key Learning Outcomes
AI Systems & Risk: Evaluate and audit AI systems, risks, and governance frameworks (ISO 42001).
AI Data Analytics: Apply AI-driven data analytics in audit, fraud detection, and compliance.
Cyber Resilience: Assess cybersecurity, IT controls, and digital risk environments.
Risk-Based Auditing: Design and execute a risk-based internal audit plan aligned with business strategy.
Quality Frameworks: Implement audit quality frameworks, KPIs, and assurance mapping.
Fraud & Reporting: Identify and investigate fraud risks and strengthen reporting to board-level stakeholders.
Why You Should Attend?
Internal Audit is shifting. AI, automation, and digital risk are redefining the role, yet most audit teams are underprepared.
Stay Ahead of Disruption
Stay ahead of regulatory and technological disruption by mastering AI, digital risk, and cybersecurity audits.
Strategic Leadership
Position yourself as a strategic audit leader—organizations need auditors who can advise, not just verify.
Practical Tools
Gain practical tools and frameworks, not just theory, that you can apply immediately in your audit engagements.
Global Standards
Understand global standards (like ISO 42001 and COSO ERM) and their real-world implementation in complex environments.
Training Agenda
3-Day In-Person Executive Masterclass
- AI risks and system-specific vulnerabilities
- Types and classification of AI systems
- EU AI Act overview
- Ethical principles of AI
- AI maturity model for audit functions
- Practical AI use cases in auditing & analytics
- AI management systems (AIMS)
- ISO 42001 framework and clauses
- AI applications in AML, fraud detection & compliance
- AI-powered audit tools
- Roles and responsibilities in AIMS
- Standards and regulatory alignment
- Case Study: AI Risk Assessment
- Exercises & Quiz
- IT General Controls (ITGC)
- Access, authorization, and physical security
- Data privacy, protection, and smart device risks
- Common cyber threats landscape
- Control frameworks and mitigation strategies
- Third-party security & Insider threat management
- IT management layers
- Systems Development Lifecycle (SDLC)
- Application testing & software ecosystem risks
- IT roles and governance frameworks
- Infrastructure and network risks
- Business continuity, backup, and disaster recovery
- Case Study: Audit Testing Scenario
- Exercises & Quiz
- Managing an internal audit function
- Reporting to senior management & board
- Stakeholder expectations & performance measurement
- Risk identification & assessment techniques
- Risk appetite, key indicators & emerging risks
- COSO ERM integration & assurance coordination
- Assurance mapping & QAIP Program
- Internal audit KPIs, communication & reporting
- Monitoring risk acceptance
- Fraud risk identification
- Fraud triangle and behavioral indicators
- Fraud controls and investigations
- Case Study: Fraud Risk Assessment
- Exercises & Quiz
Who Should Attend?
This masterclass is ideal for professionals involved in assurance, control, or risk oversight functions looking to future-proof their capabilities.
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Internal Auditors from Junior Auditors up to Chief Audit Executives (CAEs).
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Risk & Compliance Professionals needing advanced frameworks like ISO 42001 and COSO.
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IT Auditors & Cybersecurity Specialists dealing with AI, digital risk, and ITGC.
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Finance & Governance Professionals overseeing internal controls and strategy alignment.
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Fraud & AML Specialists and any GRC Professionals driving value-adding strategic assurance.
Course Deliverables
Everything you need to implement your transformation strategy.
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🎓Certificate of Attendance
Recognized documentation of your executive training.
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📚Comprehensive Course Materials
Workbooks and models including AI integration and Cyber Risk blueprints.
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🛠️Audit Integration Frameworks
Ready-to-use blueprints for ISO 42001 (AI Governance) and COSO ERM alignment.
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🚀Future-Ready Audit Plan
Strategic insights from various case studies to apply directly to your internal audit planning.
Investment & Registration
Event Code: CS-IAR-005 | 28th – 30th September 2026 | Johannesburg, South Africa
Delegate 1
USD 1,595Book 1 delegate
Per delegate
Group
USD 1,295Book 2 to 3 delegates
Per delegate · Best Value
Corporate
USD 995Book 4 or more
Per delegate · All pricing excl. taxes
Enrollment Application
Payment is required within 5 working days of receiving the invoice. For 5+ delegates, contact us directly at training@indulead.com