Event Details
Focus & Features
Building a Sustainable Quality Program
Building an effective quality assurance and improvement program (QAIP) is similar to establishing a total quality management program, of which products and services are analyzed to verify they meet stakeholder expectations, operations are efficient and effective, and their practices conform to applicable standards.
Many internal audit functions have created QAIPs that demonstrate their commitment to quality and performance to Standards in the International Professional Practices Framework (IPPF).
With the establishment of the Global Internal Audit Standards, the next generation of QAIPs must be developed to conform to the new Principles and Standards. In this next generation, QAIPs include:
- Quality will be a combined measure of conformance with the Global Internal Audit Standards and the achievement of the internal audit function's performance objectives.
- QAIPs will be designed to evaluate and ensure the internal audit function conforms with the Standards, achieves performance objectives, and pursues continuous improvement.
This course provides participants with an opportunity to evaluate their current QAIP and improve its sustainability. While it offers a comprehensive understanding of QAIP principles and the skills needed to assess and enhance quality, it does not provide specific tools or techniques, as every QAIP is uniquely designed to meet the needs of each internal audit function. In alignment with the Standards, all internal audit functions must develop a QAIP tailored to their specific requirements.
Course Objectives
- Identify the Global Internal Audit Standards Principles and Standards related to building a sustainable quality assurance and improvement program (QAIP).
- Examine the Global Internal Audit Standards Domains, Principles, and Standards.
- Assess internal audit functions' readiness to build their sustainable quality program in conformance with the Global Internal Audit Standards.
- Discuss QAIP successful practices related to ongoing monitoring activities, periodic self-assessments, and communicating QAIP results.
- Demonstrate the ability to develop a QAIP that exemplifies conformance, performance, and continuous improvement.
- Identify opportunities and action items to improve the quality of internal audit services.
Who will benefit from this course?
This course is intended for audit leaders who are either implementing a quality program for the first time or audit leaders who are wishing to improve the efficiency of the existing quality program.
Performing an Effective Quality Assessment๏ปฟ
Elevate your internal audit function with confidence by mastering the tools and techniques of a successful quality assessment with this transformative course- updated in 2024 to be aligned with the new Global Internal Audit Standards and Quality Assurance Manual.
As internal audit leaders know a strong Quality Assurance and Improvement Program (QAIP)โincluding periodic internal assessments and external assessmentsโis essential to demonstrate conformance with The IIA's Global Internal Audit Standards. Beyond compliance, an effective QAIP provides assurance to the audit committee and management that the internal audit activity is efficient, effective, and adding value. It also builds stakeholder confidence and reinforces a culture of quality, leading practices, and professionalism within the audit function.
This hands-on course explores the updated Quality Assessment Manual (QA Manual) and guides you through planning, performing, and evaluating both external and internal quality assessments. Through interactive case studies and practical application of proven toolsโincluding surveys, interview guides, and assessment programsโyou'll learn how to assess conformance with the Standards, identify opportunities for improvement, and determine the best quality assessment option for your internal audit activity. Whether you're preparing for an external assessment or strengthening your QAIP, this course gives you the knowledge and resources to drive continuous improvement.
Course Objectives
- Examine the process flow and templates in the updated QA Manual and explore how these can be used to evaluate conformance with the Standards and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
- Practice using the QA Manual tools to plan, perform, and evaluate the results of an external quality assessment case study.
- Discuss how to use the QA Manual tools in a periodic self-assessment.
- Evaluate the external quality assessment options and determine which option will work best for your internal audit activity.
What You Will Learn
Quality Manual and Process Overview
- The International Professional Practices Framework (IPPF)
- The QAIP Framework
- Overview of the Quality Assessment Manual (QA Manual) and its process flow and tools
- Types of internal audit quality assessments
Planning the Quality Assessment
- Quality assessment scope, objectives, and planning tools
- Key features of planning guides
- Case study โ Successful practices, opportunities for improvement, and planning the work
- Key features of surveys
- Case study survey results
Performing the Quality Assessment
- Key features of interview guides (key practices and lessons learned)
- Case study interview results
- Key features of QA programs and supporting tools
- Case study quality assessment program results
Evaluating Quality Assessment Results
- QA Manual evaluation summary tools and assessment criteria
- Applying assessment criteria on common QA scenarios (that require a high level of professional judgment)
- Evaluating case study results, using the assessment criteria
- Key features of the QA Manual reporting tools
- Value-added solutions for the most significant case study opportunities for improvement
Periodic Self-assessment Application
- Implications of the relevant IPPF guidance
- Applying the IPPF Implementation Guides and QA Manual to common periodic self-assessment scenarios
External Quality Assessment Options
- Implications of the relevant IPPF guidance
- External QA options, and the related pros, cons, and other considerations
- Applying the IPPF Implementation Guides and your business acumen to common external quality assessment scenarios
- How to prepare for an external quality assessment
Who will benefit from this course?
This course will provide you with the appropriate knowledge and skills to plan, perform, and evaluate the results of an external quality assessment case study. You will also learn about the processes and tools in the IIA Quality Assessment Manual (QA Manual) that can help you identify opportunities to improve your internal audit quality activities.
This course is intended for audit leaders who are either implementing a quality program for the first time, audit leaders who are wishing to improve the efficiency of the existing quality program, or are preparing for an external quality assessment.
Who Should Attend
The seminar is ideal for Chief Audit Executives and Audit Heads with at least three (3) years managerial experience in Internal Auditing.
CPE Unit: 28
Fees: (VAT included)
**Early Bird Rate (until July 31, 2025 only)
Member - Php 19, 500.00
Non-Member - Php 24, 500.00
Regular Rate:
Member - Php 24, 500.00
Non-Member - Php 29, 500.00
**Early Bird: Payments must be made before the event to qualify for the discounted rate. Otherwise, the regular rate will apply.
FREEBIES: Paid participants will get a complimentary copy of the Global Internal Audit Standards (GIAS) Redbook and a digital copy of the new QA Manual.
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