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Managing the Internal Audit Department: Audit Engagement

Lead risk-based audit engagements from planning through clear reporting

Lauren DealHMLT

Created by Lauren Deal, Hernan Murdock, Linh Truong

Gain practical skills to manage internal audit engagements from start to finish. Explore how effective planning, risk assessment, and clear reporting can drive improvement and build trust within your organization. Learn to coordinate people, processes, and tools for high-quality audit results.

ACI | 128 min

What You Will Learn

You will follow the full audit engagement lifecycle, from initial planning through to final reporting. Each section includes guided activities and real-world examples to help you apply concepts in practical situations. You'll see how to organize teams, assess risk, and communicate findings effectively.

Key Features

  • Plan and prioritize audit work based on risk to maximize engagement value
  • Conduct focused risk assessments and develop actionable recommendations
  • Prepare clear, concise audit reports that support stakeholder decision-making

Target Audience

Designed for internal audit managers, supervisors, engagement leads, and senior auditors looking to lead or oversee audit assignments. If you are responsible for planning, risk assessment, recommendations, or reporting, this course will help you strengthen your skills and align audit work with organizational goals.

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