Course Outline
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Module 1: The RCA Paradigm & Audit Logic. Defining problem statements accurately to avoid "symptom-masking".
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Module 2: Core Tools for Recurrence Prevention. Intensive practice with the 5 Whys and Fishbone (Ishikawa) diagrams to reach the "Point of Origin".
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Module 3: Evidence-Based Validation. Ensuring that the identified root cause is supported by objective audit evidence, not just intuition.
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Module 4: Crafting SMART Recommendations. Designing actionable solutions that address the root cause to ensure the finding never recurs.
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Module 5: Hands-On Simulation. Participants analyze one comprehensive NobleProg study case involving a complex internal audit scenario.
Requirements
- An understanding of financial workflows.
- Experience with internal audit processes.
Audience
- Internal Auditors.
