We are thrilled to share that our recent initiative to provide increased assistance to Ukraine's financial sector through online courses had been a resounding success! A special focus was put on audit area, with our trainer, Mr Yves Deceuninck, delivering two courses in parallel. One group was exposed to COSO ERM and COBIT during the course on Audit of Internal Governance, whereas another group discussed the Agile Auditing Methodology. All participants engaged enthusiastically, showcasing their eagerness to continue learning and growing amidst challenging times. The courses were organized in cooperation with our partner in Ukraine, the National Bank of Ukraine, and with the support of the Luxembourg Ministry of Finance.
Audit of internal governance using COSO ERM 2017 and COBIT 2019
The participants will be able to:
Explain and use the COSO framework and its relevance to internal governance auditing.
Describe and use the COBIT framework and its application in assessing internal governance controls.
Analyze the interdependencies and complementarity between COSO and COBIT in auditing internal governance processes.
Identify key risks and controls within the internal governance system.
Apply COSO and COBIT principles and methodologies to assess the effectiveness of internal governance controls and provide added-value recommendations.
Understand the importance of aligning internal governance with organizational objectives and strategic priorities.
Recognize the role of technology and information systems in supporting internal governance and apply COBIT principles to assess their effectiveness.
Stay updated with the latest developments and emerging trends in internal governance auditing.
Agile Auditing Methodology
The objective of this training program is to provide participants with the knowledge and skills to effectively apply agile auditing methodologies.
Participants will:
Understand the concept of agile auditing and its benefits for the audit function.
Familiarize with agile methodologies and frameworks used in auditing.
Develop practical skills in applying agile practices at various stages of the audit process.
Learn effective communication and collaboration techniques for agile audit teams.
Understand the importance of continuous improvement and how to measure audit performance using agile metrics.
Develop strategies for incorporating lessons learned and feedback into future audits.