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Data Mining for Auditors: Overview and Maximizing the Use of Data

Practical skills in data mining and data analysis

LDSVAG

Created by Lauren Deal, Stephen Vigil, Adam Gordan

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 | Aug 2026 | 150 min

What You Will Learn

You will start by building a solid foundation in data mining and data analysis, then move into hands-on exploratory analysis. Guided examples and structured explanations show how to connect these concepts to real audit scenarios. Each section builds on the last, helping you develop judgment and practical skills for your daily work.

Key Features

  • Learn to distinguish between data analytics and data mining for audit applications
  • Apply exploratory analysis to uncover insights and patterns in audit data
  • Evaluate and use dashboard visualizations and reporting for clearer audit outcomes

Target Audience

Perfect for internal auditors, audit data analysts, and assurance professionals who are new to data mining or want to refresh their skills. If you need to analyze audit data, differentiate between analytics and mining, or improve your use of data in audits, this course will help you reach those goals.

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