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Developing the Annual Audit Plan

Practical skills in IPPF and GAO standards

Lauren DealHM

Created by Lauren Deal, Hernan Murdock

Gain practical skills in internal audit planning by exploring IPPF and GAO standards. Learn how to identify audit planning requirements and analyze organizational risks to set annual audit priorities with confidence.

ACI | Aug 2026 | 607 min

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Level
Beginner
Categories
Financial Services, Audit, Assurance & Internal Controls, Internal Audit & Controls

What You Will Learn

You will start by building a solid understanding of IPPF and GAO standards, then move into real-world applications of these frameworks. Guided examples and structured explanations help you connect theory to practice, so you can confidently identify planning requirements and evaluate risks in your own organization.

Key Features

  • Learn to identify audit planning requirements using IPPF and GAO standards
  • Analyze organizational risks to prioritize and align audit activities
  • Develop clear communication strategies for presenting audit plans

Target Audience

Ideal for internal auditors, audit managers, risk professionals, and assurance practitioners at the beginner level. Whether you are new to audit planning or looking to refresh your core knowledge, you will benefit from practical guidance on identifying audit requirements and analyzing risks to improve your audit planning process.

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