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The Academe Forum 2025 brings together internal audit educators, academic leaders, and professionals in the field to engage in a focused dialogue around the theme, "Holistic Growth: Building Tomorrow Today."


This year's forum underscores the crucial role of internal audit education in developing future-ready professionals who are not only technically proficient, but also ethically grounded, strategically minded, and resilient in the face of change. As internal audit continues to evolve amid emerging risks and innovations, so too must the way we educate and prepare our students.


With a blend of keynote presentations, expert panels, and collaborative sessions, the forum will explore best practices in internal audit instruction, curriculum development, and professional engagement. It aims to empower the academic community to cultivate graduates who are equipped to lead with integrity, adapt with agility, and add value in diverse organizational settings.


Together, let us shape a stronger, more holistic foundation for the next generation of internal auditors.


Who Should Attend:

  • Program administrators, deans, heads, and professors from the Higher Education Institutions (HEIs). Priority is given to academic institutions with BSIA and IAs courses for the in-person participants.
  • Students are allowed to attend virtually. With the exception for owner of the research papers, who may attend in-person.


May 28, 2025

08:00 - 17:30 GMT+8

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Far Eastern University (FEU)
NIcanor Reyes Street, Sampaloc
Manila, Metro Manila, Philippines

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Agenda

  • 08:30 - 08:45Opening Ceremonies
    08:45 - 09:30"Breaking Down the New GIAS: Whatโ€™s Changed and Why It Matters
    This session provides a concise overview of the newly released Global Internal Audit Standards (GIAS) effective January 2025, highlighting key structural changes and implementation guidance. It also covers updates to the Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) and IAP certification, including revised exam content and transition timelines. Ideal for internal audit professionals and CIA candidates, this session ensures you're prepared for the evolving standards and credentialing landscape
    09:30 - 09:45Coffee Break
    09:45 - 11:00Internal Auditing in the Age of AI: Opportunities and Ethical Challenges
    This session explores the growing role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in transforming the internal auditing profession. Participants will gain insights into how AI tools and techniques are enhancing audit efficiency, improving risk detection, and enabling real-time assurance. The session also covers practical applications, ethical considerations, and the evolving skillset auditors need to stay relevant in the age of intelligent automation.
    11:00 - 12:00Internship to Recruitment: Future Hires in the Making - Maximizing Internship Impact (panel)
    This session offers insights from employers on how internship programs serve as a talent pipeline for future hires. Learn what companies look for in interns, how performance is evaluated, and the key factors that influence internship-to-employment decisions.
    12:00 - 13:30Lunch Break
    13:30 - 14:45Building ESG Awareness and Assurance Skills
    ESG is no longer optional—it's becoming a core assurance area for internal auditors. Training students to understand climate risk, social impact metrics, and governance frameworks. Case studies on how auditors are evaluating ESG disclosures, greenwashing risks, and regulatory compliance.
    14:45 - 15:15Research 1 Presentation
    15:15 - 15:30Coffee Break
    15:30 - 17:00Research 2 and 3 Presentation
    17:00 - 17:15Closing Ceremonies

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