Auditing for In-Charge Auditors: Risk Assessment, Planning, and Fieldwork
Professional skills in preliminary fieldwork and program development and operational vs financial
Created by Wes Bryan, Lauren Deal, Hernan Murdock
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 | Aug 2026 | 131 min
What You Will Learn
You'll start by learning about preliminary fieldwork and program development, then move into the differences between operational and financial audits. Step-by-step explanations and guided examples will help you apply fieldwork methodology tools and evaluate risks, so you can make better audit planning decisions.
Key Features
- Develop structured risk assessment skills for effective audit planning decisions
- Apply fieldwork methodology tools to improve audit procedures and outcomes
- Distinguish between operational and financial audits for clearer professional judgment
Target Audience
Ideal for internal auditors, audit managers, risk professionals, and assurance practitioners at the beginner level. If you're new to auditing or want to refresh your core knowledge, you'll gain practical skills to support effective audit planning and strengthen your audit procedures.
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