Looking at Audit Ratings and Opinions for Today's High-Stakes Environment: virtual session

Overview

In an era where regulatory scrutiny is at an all-time high and audit committees are demanding greater assurance, internal audit practices are rapidly evolving. With the increasing risk of personal and reputational risks, your audit opinions carry more weight than ever before.

Why This Matters Now

Recent high-profile cases, have put internal audit functions under the microscope. Your audit ratings and opinions aren't just reports – they're critical tools that boards and regulators rely on for decision-making. Can your current rating system withstand this enhanced scrutiny?

Target Audience

This essential session is designed for:

• Chief Audit Executives looking to strengthen their overall assurance framework
• Internal Audit Managers who need to ensure their ratings align with evolving regulatory expectations
• Senior Auditors seeking to enhance their opinion-writing skills in an increasingly complex risk environment

Course Objectives

After this intensive webinar, you'll be equipped to:

• Modernise your rating process by benchmarking against leading practices, including:
  • Crafting ratings that reflect the nuances across different risk categories
  • Aligning with advanced maturity frameworks in use 
  • Incorporating critical risk culture assessments in your ratings
  • Developing a risk-appetite sensitive rating approach that resonates with your board
• Master the art of forming robust audit opinions that:
  • Stand ups to potential regulatory challenge
  • Effectively aggregate findings across processes
  • Address emerging risks in areas like operational resilience and cyber security
• Navigate sensitive regulatory matters with confidence, ensuring your ratings:
  • Align with key regulatory frameworks 
  • Address emerging ESG and conduct risk considerations
  • Meet heightened expectations around operational resilience
• Build a comprehensive approach to overall opinions by:
  • Leveraging diverse evidence sources beyond traditional audit work
  • Clearly communicating limitations without diminishing impact
  • Effectively benchmarking against peer insights and external assessments

Don't wait for a regulatory challenge or board scrutiny to expose gaps in your rating methodology. Join other colleagues in this timely session to ensure your audit opinions deliver the assurance your stakeholders demand in today's complex risk environment.

Secure your place now to stay ahead of evolving audit expectations and strengthen your function's credibility with stakeholders.

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