Internal Auditors Becoming Trusted Advisors

Mar 4, 2025 Online No Fee

About this learning event

This webinar will assist internal auditors providing value in a challenging public sector environment. In this regard, we will discuss why it is important to become a trusted advisor, emphasizing the attributes and purpose of internal auditing that is not about finding mistakes, but about providing assurance, advice, insight, and foresight. We will explore how internal auditors can be recognized as trusted advisors and secure 'a seat at the table.' We will examine the importance of trust, the responsibilities of a trusted advisor, and the key characteristics that internal auditors need to embody to be viewed as trusted advisors.

We will also discuss how to identify appropriate key performance indicators (KPIs) for internal audit function, and how to provide value, trust, and authority in a challenging environment, including conducting services in new areas such as digital transformation and innovation.

During this webinar, you will:

  • Identify key characteristics of a trusted advisor
  • Reinforce the purpose of internal auditing defined by the new Global Internal Audit Standards
  • Learn how to perform internal audit services with professionalism
  • Develop communication, leadership, and persuasion skills to gain trust
  • Exchange views on performing internal audit services in new challenging areas and gaining trust
  • Discuss how to identify the KPIs.

    Who should attend

    This webinar has been designed for internal auditors working in public sector organization.

    Faculty

    The webinar will be delivered under the guidance of:

    • Tina Toman Pfajfar, Independent Expert, Slovenia
    • Experts from the Ministry of Finance, the Netherlands

    Partners

    This learning initiative is supported by:

    Ministry of Finance, the Netherlands Ministry of Finance Slovenia

    Submit your application today to secure your spot at our course. Deadline for applying to this course is February 28, 2025.

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