ACI Expert
Lauren Deal
Lauren Deal has over ten years of classroom teaching experience and a background in television hosting and production. She holds an AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner credential and studies AI and augmented and virtual reality technologies.
27 Courses by Lauren Deal
Cisco CCNA (200-301)
Foundational Insights into Network Security and Protocols
Build a strong foundation in networking by exploring Cisco environments, network protocols, and security essentials. Learn how to configure, manage, and troubleshoot networks using practical, real-world scenarios. Prepare yourself for a career in network administration or to take the Cisco CCNA certification exam.
ACI | 2024 | 1213 min
CISSP: Certified Information Systems Security Professional (2024)
Master the 2024 CISSP Domains to Advance Your Career in Information Security
Get ready to deepen your expertise in information security by exploring the latest CISSP domains for 2024. You'll build a strong foundation in security principles, risk management, secure architecture, and software development. By the end, you'll be well-prepared to tackle the CISSP certification and advance your cybersecurity career.
ACI | 2024 | 2381 min
CompTIA Project+ (PK0-005)
A Guide to Managing IT Projects with CompTIA Project+ (PK0-005)
Gain a practical understanding of IT project management by exploring core concepts, methodologies, and security best practices. Learn how to navigate project life cycles, manage IT infrastructure, and apply modern frameworks to real-world scenarios.
ACI | 2023 | 921 min
MD-102: Endpoint Administrator
Master Device and Identity Management with Microsoft Intune and Entra ID
Gain hands-on experience managing and securing Windows devices using Microsoft Intune and Entra ID. Explore practical strategies for deploying, configuring, and protecting endpoints in modern IT environments. Build confidence with the latest tools and best practices for device and identity management.
ACI | 2024 | 1394 min
Networking Fundamentals
A Comprehensive Guide to Modern Networking
Explore the essentials of modern networking, starting with foundational concepts and moving through real-world applications. You'll build a strong understanding of network infrastructure, hardware, and protocols, making it easier to design and manage secure networks.
ACI | 2024 | 601 min
Security Fundamentals
Unlock Cybersecurity Essentials and Safeguard Digital Assets
Explore the essentials of cybersecurity and learn how to protect digital assets from evolving threats. Gain a solid foundation in identifying risks, defending against attacks, and applying practical security measures that matter in today's digital world.
ACI | 2024 | 420 min
Auditing Corporate Culture
Assess cultural risks, behavior, and governance through an audit lens
Explore how organizational culture shapes workplace behavior and decision-making. Learn to assess cultural risks and frameworks through an audit perspective, building skills to support ethical and effective governance. Gain practical tools for evaluating and improving company culture.
ACI | 2026 | 360 min
Auditing for In-Charge Auditors: Audit Project Management
Practical skills in triple constraints and the five phases of project management
Explore the essentials of audit project management by learning how to use triple constraints, the five phases of project management, and the three S's of planning. Build practical skills for planning, scheduling, and guiding audit engagements with confidence and clarity.
ACI | 2026 | 149 min
Auditing for In-Charge Auditors: Fraud Awareness
Practical skills in fraud awareness and the fraud triangle and hexagon
Explore practical fraud awareness skills, including the fraud triangle and hexagon, and understand how SOX impacts fraud prevention. Gain the judgment needed to spot fraud indicators and assess risks during audit planning and execution. Build a strong foundation for making reliable decisions in audit settings.
ACI | 2026 | 119 min
Auditing for In-Charge Auditors: Risk Assessment, Planning, and Fieldwork
Professional skills in preliminary fieldwork and program development and operational vs financial
Explore the essentials of risk assessment, audit planning, and fieldwork methodology. You'll learn how to evaluate risks, distinguish between operational and financial audits, and apply practical tools to strengthen audit procedures. Build a solid foundation for making informed decisions in professional audit environments.
ACI | 2026 | 131 min
Auditing for In-Charge Auditors: The Control Environment and the Audit Process
Practical skills in audit concepts and the changing control environment
Explore the essentials of audit concepts and the evolving control environment, focusing on both hard and soft controls. Gain the judgment needed to assess control environments and understand their impact on audit procedures. Learn how to apply structured audit process steps to guide your work and support effective engagement execution.
ACI | 2026 | 217 min
Better, Faster, Cheaper: Streamlining Your Internal Audit: Analyzing Audit Quality Requirements and Managing Fieldwork
Professional skills in documentation standards: workpaper preparation and documentation standards:
Explore practical approaches to audit documentation and fieldwork management. Learn how to apply documentation standards, review workpapers, and improve audit efficiency. Build the judgment needed to meet audit quality requirements and keep your fieldwork on track.
ACI | 2026 | 139 min
Better, Faster, Cheaper: Streamlining Your Internal Audit: Iteration, Redefining the Scope, and Performance Measures
Practical skills in iteration size and organization and testing approaches
Gain practical skills to streamline your internal audit process by mastering iteration size, organization, and testing approaches. Learn how to refine audit plans and adjust scope as risks and conditions evolve, supporting better decisions and oversight throughout your engagements.
ACI | 2026 | 92 min
Better, Faster, Cheaper: Streamlining Your Internal Audit: Managing Oneself and the Team
Practical skills in understanding staff skills and stakeholder management
Explore practical ways to understand your team's skills and manage key stakeholders while improving how you organize and supervise audit projects. Gain the tools to boost team performance and make more reliable decisions in your internal audit role.
ACI | 2026 | 79 min
Better, Faster, Cheaper: Streamlining Your Internal Audit: Opening Stand-Up, Initial Research, and Walkthroughs
Practical skills in A3 thinking and shared ground rules
Explore practical techniques for streamlining your internal audit process using A3 thinking, shared ground rules, and kanban boards. Build the skills to set clear expectations, conduct effective initial research, and perform walkthroughs that drive efficient and reliable audit outcomes.
ACI | 2026 | 149 min
Better, Faster, Cheaper: Streamlining Your Internal Audit: Preliminary Planning and Scheduling
Practical skills in TOC 5 and triple threat of infrastructure
Learn how to set up internal audits for success by mastering the essentials of planning, scheduling, and resource management. Gain practical skills in applying TOC 5 and understanding the triple threat of infrastructure to create effective, structured audit plans that drive better outcomes for your organization.
ACI | 2026 | 128 min
Better, Faster, Cheaper: Streamlining Your Internal Audit: Risk Assessment, Control Objectives and Control Activities
Practical skills in beginning of the engagement and iterative risk assessment
Explore practical techniques for streamlining internal audit processes, with a focus on risk assessment, control objectives, and control activities. Build the skills to set audit priorities, define scope, and evaluate controls for more effective and efficient audits.
ACI | 2026 | 80 min
Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)
Navigate Project Management Essentials for CAPM Certification
Get a solid understanding of project management essentials and prepare for the CAPM certification exam. Learn how to apply PMI methodologies, blend Agile and traditional approaches, and develop practical skills for real-world projects. Build confidence to manage teams and deliver successful outcomes.
ACI | 2024 | 906 min
CISA: Certified Information Systems Auditor
Achieving Excellence in IS Auditing – Prepare for the CISA Exam
Gain the knowledge and confidence to succeed as an information systems auditor by exploring all the key areas needed for the CISA exam. You'll learn how to assess, manage, and secure IT systems while understanding the latest trends in technology and risk management.
ACI | 2024 | 1600 min
Data Mining for Auditors: Data Methodologies II
Practical skills in correlation analysis and concentration testing
Explore practical techniques for analyzing audit data, including correlation analysis and concentration testing. Build the skills to spot data patterns and fraud indicators, and learn to apply analytical methods that support better audit decisions.
ACI | 2026 | 228 min
Data Mining for Auditors: Overview and Maximizing the Use of Data
Practical skills in data mining and data analysis
Explore the essentials of data mining and data analysis tailored for audit professionals. Build a clear understanding of how to distinguish between key concepts and apply exploratory analysis techniques to real audit data. Gain practical skills that support better decision-making and oversight in your organization.
ACI | 2026 | 150 min
Internal Audit Fundamentals: Effective Collaboration
Strengthen interviews, active listening, and clear audit communication
Explore how to strengthen your internal audit skills through active listening, structured interviews, and clear communication. Build the confidence to gather relevant evidence and deliver messages that drive action. Each section connects practical techniques with real audit responsibilities.
ACI | 2026 | 120 min
Internal Audit Fundamentals: Learn the Basics
Foundations of Internal Auditing and Risk Assessment
Explore the essentials of internal auditing, from key definitions to the full audit lifecycle. Learn how different types of audits fit into modern practice and discover how to structure effective audit engagements. Build the judgment needed to support reliable decisions and organizational performance.
ACI | 2026 | 240 min
Internal Audit Fundamentals: Practical Application
Practical skills in document controls: standards and key concepts and evaluating
Gain practical skills in evaluating document controls and applying key standards in internal audit. Build the judgment needed to assess internal controls, develop audit programs, and ensure accurate audit conclusions. Each section connects concepts directly to real-world audit responsibilities.
ACI | 2026 | 120 min
PMI Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP)
Exploring Agile Project Management Essentials with PMI-ACP and Beyond
Build a strong foundation in Agile project management by exploring key methodologies like Scrum, Kanban, and Extreme Programming. Gain practical skills to apply Agile principles, manage risks, and deliver value in real-world projects. Prepare confidently for the PMI-ACP exam and advance your project management career.
ACI | 2024 | 1050 min
SC-200 Microsoft Security Operations Analyst
Master Microsoft Security Solutions to Safeguard Your Organization
Gain practical expertise in Microsoft security operations by working with Microsoft 365 Defender, Defender for Cloud, and Microsoft Sentinel. Learn how to detect, investigate, and respond to threats while keeping your organization's data and assets secure. Build confidence in using Microsoft's security tools to address real-world challenges.
ACI | 2024 | 501 min
Splunk Enterprise Administration Fundamentals
Mastering Data Analytics with Splunk
Get hands-on with Splunk Enterprise and learn how to deploy, configure, and manage this leading data analytics platform. Explore the essential tools and techniques that help you unlock valuable insights from your organization's data. Build confidence in handling Splunk's core administrative tasks for better operational intelligence.
ACI | 2024 | 331 min