Course Outline
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Module 1: The RCA Paradigm & Audit Logic. Accurately defining problem statements to avoid 'symptom-masking'.
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Module 2: Core Tools for Recurrence Prevention. Intensive practice using the 5 Whys and Fishbone (Ishikawa) diagrams to identify the 'Point of Origin'.
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Module 3: Evidence-Based Validation. Ensuring that identified root causes are substantiated by objective audit evidence, rather than intuition alone.
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Module 4: Crafting SMART Recommendations. Designing actionable solutions that target the root cause to ensure findings do not recur.
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Module 5: Hands-On Simulation. Participants analyse one comprehensive NobleProg study case involving a complex internal audit scenario.
Requirements
- A solid understanding of financial workflows.
- Prior experience with internal audit processes.
Target Audience
- Internal Auditors.
Testimonials (1)
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