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SUMMARY:Conducting an Audit from Cradle to Grave
DESCRIPTION:This comprehensive fundamentals of internal auditing course South Africa is a 5-day programme that takes auditors through every stage of the audit process — from planning and risk assessment to fieldwork\, documentation\, and reporting. Designed for those entering the profession or seeking to formalise their knowledge\, this internal auditing training Gauteng programme builds both the technical skills and interpersonal capabilities needed to perform effective audits in today’s governance environment. \nWho Should Attend?\nThis internal audit course for beginners is ideal for: \nLevel 1 — Entry or introductory level for those requiring a fundamental understanding of the subject. \nLevel 2 — Internal auditors who are already practicing internal audit and have a basic understanding of the subject. \nAlso suitable for: Auditors with less than six months of audit experience\, and non-auditors with responsibility for developing and monitoring internal controls. \nPlease review the content and course levels before booking to ensure you are attending the right course. \nHow Will This Course Benefit You?\nThis 5-day audit training Johannesburg programme equips you to: \n\nConduct a complete audit from beginning to end\nUnderstand risks and their role in auditing\nIdentify\, evaluate\, and document internal controls\nUse the preliminary survey to determine how and what to audit\nGather audit evidence and work papers to professional standards\nEnhance interpersonal and team-building skills throughout the audit\nUnderstand the importance of the audit communication process\nDevelop your internal auditor skills development across all audit phases\n\nCourse Content\nThe Internal Auditor’s Roles and Responsibilities Definition of internal auditing\, audit responsibilities\, types of audits\, and the attributes of the 21st century internal auditor. Includes the “Auditing the Titanic” case study demonstrating Internal Audit vs. External Audit principles. \nIIA Standards Training South Africa Code of Ethics for Internal Auditors and the International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing — a core component of this IIA standards training South Africa programme. \nThe Audit Model – Performance of Audit Work Overview of the full audit process: planning\, preliminary survey\, fieldwork\, communicating results\, follow-up procedures\, and time management. \nAnalytical Review Using Audit Software Computer-assisted audit techniques\, data extraction and analysis\, and identifying audit issues through analytical review. \nTeamwork & Interpersonal Skills Effective team membership\, working with the audit customer\, behavioural communication techniques\, and interviewing skills — including role-play exercises. \nCOSO Internal Control Model Course Management’s responsibility for control\, the COSO internal control model framework\, hard vs. soft controls\, and tools for documenting and evaluating internal controls. \nDocumenting and Evaluating Internal Controls Preliminary survey techniques\, audit tools including narratives\, ICQs\, flowcharts\, and risk/control matrices — with a hands-on flowcharting exercise. \nThe Audit Program Developing audit objectives\, scope\, and program test steps through guided exercises. \nAudit Evidence and Work Papers Training Standards requirements\, work paper organisation\, contents\, and types of audit evidence — aligned to IIA best practice. \nAudit Findings and Risk Assessment Training The five attributes of an audit finding\, root cause analysis\, and developing value-add recommendations. \nCase Studies Applied throughout the course including the Worldcom (Cynthia Cooper)\, Enron\, and Alpha Piper Oil Rig Disaster (1988) case studies — culminating in a full audit report to management prepared by participants. \nCPD Internal Audit 2026\nThis course is registered for 40 CPD hours\, making it one of the most valuable CPD internal audit 2026 opportunities available to South African auditors this year. All IIASA members and non-members are welcome to register. \nDetails\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDate\n29 June – 3 July 2026\n\n\nTime\nRegistration from 08:15\n\n\nDuration\n5 Days\n\n\nCPD Hours\n40\n\n\nPresenter\nLeani van Heerden\n\n\nOnline Registration Closes\n29 June 2026\n\n\nEvent Category\nCPD / Audit Training\n\n\n\n\nFees: \n\n\n\n\n\nExcl. VAT\nIncl. VAT\n\n\n\n\nIIASA Member\nR14 882.00\nR17 114.00\n\n\nIIASA Non-Member\nR17 209.00\nR19 790.00\n\n\n\n\nContact: Project Coordinator: CPD and Events karabo@governanceacademy.co.za | 011 609 1761 Ext 403
URL:https://defincon.co.za/event/conducting-an-audit-from-cradle-to-grave-2/
LOCATION:Definitive Conference Center\, ext\, Corner of Definitive Lane &\, Kruin St\, Harmelia\,\, Germiston\, Gauteng\, 1619\, South Africa
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260706T080000
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SUMMARY:AI Tools in Procurement and Supply Chain Management
DESCRIPTION:Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming procurement and supply chain management by improving efficiency\, transparency\, and decision-making. Governments and public institutions increasingly face pressure to reduce costs\, combat corruption\, improve service delivery\, and manage complex supply chains. This course equips procurement and supply chain professionals with practical knowledge of AI tools and technologies that can be applied to procurement planning\, supplier evaluation\, contract management\, risk monitoring\, and supply chain optimisation. \nParticipants will learn how AI can enhance data-driven procurement decisions\, automate repetitive processes\, detect procurement fraud\, and strengthen supply chain resilience. The course integrates real public-sector case studies from governments\, donor-funded projects\, and state institutions. \nWho Should Attend?\nThis course is designed for: \n\nProcurement Managers\nSupply Chain Managers\nGovernment Procurement Officers\nDonor Project Procurement Specialists\nContract Managers\nPublic Financial Management Specialists\nSupply Chain Analysts\nLogistics and Inventory Managers\nInternal Auditors and Compliance Officers\nIT Specialists supporting procurement systems\nProject Managers working on donor-funded programmes\n\nProgramme Objectives\nOn completion of this programme\, candidates will be able to: \n\nUnderstand the role of Artificial Intelligence in modern procurement and supply chain management\nIdentify AI tools that can automate procurement processes such as spend analysis\, supplier evaluation\, and tender evaluation\nApply machine learning and predictive analytics to procurement planning and demand forecasting\nUse AI to detect procurement fraud and irregularities in public procurement systems\nImprove supplier performance management using AI-based analytics tools\nApply AI to enhance supply chain resilience and logistics planning\nEvaluate the ethical\, governance\, and policy implications of AI in public procurement\n\nTraining Methodology\nThe course uses a practical and interactive approach including: \n\nInstructor-led presentations\nDemonstrations of AI procurement tools\nHands-on exercises using AI platforms\nPublic sector case studies\nGroup discussions\nScenario simulations\nProcurement data analysis exercises\n\nCourse Outline\nModule 1: Digital Transformation in Procurement \nModule 2: Fundamentals of Artificial Intelligence \nModule 3: AI Applications in Procurement \nModule 5: Demand Forecasting Using AI \nModule 6: AI in Strategic Sourcing \nModule 7: AI for Supplier Evaluation \nModule 8: AI in Tender Evaluation \nModule 9: AI for Contract Management \nModule 10: AI in Supply Chain Visibility \nModule 11: AI for Risk Management in Supply Chains \nModule 12: AI in Fraud Detection in Procurement \nModule 13: Ethical and Governance Issues in AI Procurement \nModule 14: Implementing AI in Procurement Systems \nModule 15: Future of AI in Procurement and Supply Chains \nDetails\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCourse Code\nPKM 215\n\n\nDates\n6 – 10 July 2026\n\n\nDuration\n5 Days\n\n\nTuition\nR9 950.00 per participant\n\n\nVenue\nIsando\, Kempton Park\, South Africa\n\n\n\n\nPresenter / Host: PKM Consulting Services 3rd Linksfield\, Dunvegan\, Edenvale\, South Africa \nContact: Telephone: +27 10 4493 211 Cell / WhatsApp: +27 73 708 3507 Email: info@pkmconsultancy.co.za | training@pkmconsltancy.co.za Website: www.pkmconsultancy.co.za \nAccreditations: QCTO | PSETA | AgriSETA
URL:https://defincon.co.za/event/ai-tools-in-procurement-supply-chain-management/
LOCATION:Definitive Conference Center\, ext\, Corner of Definitive Lane &\, Kruin St\, Harmelia\,\, Germiston\, Gauteng\, 1619\, South Africa
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260805
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260807
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SUMMARY:The Buffalo: Soft Leader
DESCRIPTION:OVERVIEW\n\n\n\nThe buffalo is a symbol of a soft leader who values harmony and unity within the team. Soft leaders prioritise relationships and create a safe space for their team members to voice opinions and concerns.\n\n2 Day Facilitation.\nCost including assessment and 1 Hour virtual individual feedback R7895 (3 participants R6145 each\, 10 participants R6145 each)
URL:https://defincon.co.za/event/the-buffalo-soft-leader-05-august-and-06-august-2026/
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SUMMARY:QAIP Training Course
DESCRIPTION:QAIP Training Course: Build an Effective Quality Assurance and Improvement Program\nDuration: 2 Days | CPD Hours: 16 | Presented by: Prozilog \nFees\n\n\n\n\n\nExcl. VAT\nIncl. VAT\n\n\n\n\nMember\nR8\,384.00\nR9\,641.00\n\n\nNon-Member\nR9\,665.00\nR11\,115.00\n\n\n\n\nOverview\nQAIP training course delegates learn how to build an effective Quality Assurance and Improvement Program for their internal audit activity. In many ways\, a strong QAIP works like a total quality management program. It analyses your products and services to confirm they meet stakeholder expectations\, evaluates operations for efficiency and effectiveness\, and assesses practices against the required standards. Once you establish the program\, sustaining it takes leaders who set the right tone in support of quality. \nThis QAIP training course draws on the quality assessment process flow model and related tools from the recently published Quality Manual. Because our facilitators bring extensive experience in internal audit quality assessment\, you gain practical skills you can apply immediately. By the end\, you will be able to: \n\nApply The IIA’s International Professional Practices Framework (IPPF) quality standards to establish an effective QAIP\nUse the quality assessment process model and its related tools to identify areas of focus for your own QAIP\nBuild the two key components of an effective QAIP: ongoing and periodic assessments\nDevelop metrics and design reports on the results of your internal audit’s QAIP\nAssess your internal audit activity’s readiness for an external quality assessment\n\nWhat Is a Quality Assurance and Improvement Program?\nA QAIP is a structured program that confirms whether your internal audit activity conforms to the IPPF and operates efficiently and effectively. It combines ongoing monitoring with periodic self-assessments to drive continuous improvement. It is also a mandatory requirement under IIA Standard 1300 — so every internal audit function needs one. \nWhy Choose This QAIP Training Course?\nThis QAIP training course gives you more than theory. You leave with the tools\, templates\, and confidence to design\, run\, and report on a program that stands up to an external quality assessment. As a result\, you can turn a compliance obligation into a genuine driver of audit quality. \nCourse Content\nPre-assessment of QAIP principles \nQuality Standards and Recommended Guidance \n\nInterpret both mandatory and recommended IPPF guidance on establishing a QAIP\nDiscuss key concepts of Standard 1300\nClarify key elements of the Practice Guide “Quality Assurance and Improvement Program”\n\nQuality Assurance Process Model \n\nExplain the quality assessment process model and use its related tools to identify areas of focus for a QAIP\nClarify the purpose of the model’s four segments: Internal Audit Governance\, Internal Audit Staff\, Internal Audit Management\, and Internal Audit Process\nContrast the purpose and use of the assessment tools — planning guides\, surveys\, interview guides\, and programs\nIdentify possible areas of focus for a QAIP\nHighlight key areas of focus based on survey responses\n\nQuality Assurance – Internal Audit Process \n\nDesign an ongoing quality assessment of the internal audit process\nInterpret IPPF guidance related to quality assurance of internal audit processes\nApply the planning guide to identify and prioritise gaps through a self-assessment\nClarify the relevant criteria for assessing conformance to IPPF guidance\nDevelop the key elements of an ongoing monitoring review process you can implement in your activity\n\nQuality Assurance – Internal Audit Staff \n\nDesign a periodic quality assessment related to internal audit staffing\nInterpret IPPF guidance related to quality assurance of internal audit staffing\nApply the planning guide to identify and highlight gaps through a self-assessment\nClarify the relevant criteria for assessing conformance to IPPF guidance\nDevelop the key elements of a periodic self-assessment of internal audit staffing\n\nQuality Assurance – Internal Audit Governance \n\nDesign a periodic quality assessment related to internal audit governance\nInterpret IPPF guidance related to quality assurance for governance of the internal audit activity\nApply the planning guide to identify and highlight gaps through a self-assessment\nClarify the relevant criteria for assessing conformance to IPPF guidance\n\nBuilding the Periodic Internal Assessment \n\nDesign a comprehensive periodic internal assessment\, including key activities\, timing\, and resource requirements\nAssess the readiness of the internal audit activity for an external quality assessment\n\nDeveloping Metrics and Reporting for the QAIP \n\nDevelop metrics and design reports on the results of your internal audit QAIP\nInterpret key concepts from the Practice Guide “Measuring Internal Audit Efficiency and Effectiveness”\nIdentify metrics to measure QAIP performance\nClarify IPPF reporting requirements for the QAIP\nDesign reporting options to communicate QAIP results\n\nWho Should Attend\nLevel 2 — Internal auditors who are already practising and have a basic understanding of the subject. \nLevel 3 — Supervisory / senior internal auditors with a sound\, practical grasp of the fundamentals who manage staff. \nLevel 4 — Advanced internal auditors with an excellent understanding of the topics\, interested in exchanging knowledge with instructors and other participants. \nTo book\, visit: Leadership Academy  \nView all courses here
URL:https://defincon.co.za/event/qaip-training-course/
LOCATION:Definitive Conference Center\, ext\, Corner of Definitive Lane &\, Kruin St\, Harmelia\,\, Germiston\, Gauteng\, 1619\, South Africa
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SUMMARY:IT Auditing For Non IT Auditors
DESCRIPTION:Develop the essential knowledge and practical skills required for IT auditing with this comprehensive three-day CPD training course presented by TM Consulting and hosted at Definitive Conferencing in Isando\, Gauteng. \nDesigned specifically for internal audit professionals with little or no IT auditing experience\, this course provides a practical understanding of information technology risks\, IT controls\, and internationally recognised auditing frameworks. Participants will learn how to evaluate IT environments\, identify business risks\, and perform effective IT audits that add value to their organisations. \nThroughout the programme\, delegates will explore globally recognised frameworks including CobIT\, ITIL\, COSO\, and ISO 27002\, while gaining practical experience in auditing application controls\, IT general controls\, cloud computing\, cybersecurity\, data analytics\, and emerging technologies such as Artificial Intelligence (AI)\, Big Data\, Robotics\, and the Internet of Things (IoT). \nThe course combines expert instruction\, practical exercises\, and realistic case studies to help participants confidently assess IT risks\, prepare audit programmes\, and evaluate the effectiveness of information system controls. \nCourse Benefits\nBy attending this course\, participants will learn how to: \n\nUnderstand the principles of IT auditing\nIdentify IT risks affecting business operations\nEvaluate IT controls and governance frameworks\nApply internationally recognised auditing standards\nAudit applications\, infrastructure\, and security controls\nAssess cloud computing environments and SOC reports\nPerform IT audits using practical audit methodologies\nUnderstand emerging technologies and their impact on auditing\n\nCourse Highlights\nFundamentals of IT Auditing\n\nRole of the IT auditor\nIIA Standards\nIT infrastructure\nNetworks and databases\nOperating systems\n\nIT General Controls\n\nAccess management\nChange management\nIncident management\nBusiness continuity\nDisaster recovery\nBackup controls\n\nApplication Controls\n\nInput controls\nProcessing controls\nOutput controls\nAudit trails\nApplication security\n\nEmerging Technology\n\nArtificial Intelligence\nBig Data\nRobotics\nInternet of Things\nCloud Computing\nSOC Reports\n\nPractical IT Auditing\n\nWalkthrough testing\nControl testing\nCAATs\nAudit simulations\nCase studies\n\nCourse Outcomes\nAfter completing this course\, delegates will be able to: \n\nIdentify and evaluate IT risks\nAssess IT general controls and application controls\nPrepare an effective IT audit programme\nParticipate in new system implementations from an audit perspective\nAudit business processes supported by technology\nEvaluate information security and IT governance controls\n\nWho Should Attend?\nThis course is ideal for: \n\nInternal auditors\nAudit managers\nRisk professionals\nGovernance professionals\nProfessionals new to IT auditing\n\nSuitable for Level 1\, Level 2\, Level 3 and Level 4 internal audit professionals. \nEvent Details\nDates: 2–4 September 2026 \nRegistration: 08:15 \nVenue\nDefinitive Conferencing\nCorner of Definitive Lane & Kruin Street\nHarmelia\, Isando\nGauteng 1619\nSouth Africa \nPresenter\nTM Consulting \nDuration\n3 Days \nCPD Hours\n24 \nRegistration closes\n2 September 2026
URL:https://defincon.co.za/event/it-auditing-for-non-it-auditors/
LOCATION:Definitive Conference Center\, ext\, Corner of Definitive Lane &\, Kruin St\, Harmelia\,\, Germiston\, Gauteng\, 1619\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Training Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="Leadership Academy":MAILTO:neo@governanceacademy.co.za
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SUMMARY:The Rhino: Resilient Leader
DESCRIPTION:OVERVIEW\n\n\n\nTHE RESILIENT LEADER. Resilient leaders\, like the sturdy rhino\, are unwavering in the face of adversity. They remain committed to their goals\, even when challenges arise. These leaders have the capacity to endure setbacks\, learn from failures\, and emerge stronger. They inspire their teams to persevere and maintain a positive outlook\, even during tough times.\n\n2 Day facilitation\nCost R7500 (3 participants R6750 each\, 10 participants R6000 each)
URL:https://defincon.co.za/event/the-rhino-resilient-leader-09-september-and-10-september-2026/
LOCATION:Definitive Conference Center\, ext\, Corner of Definitive Lane &\, Kruin St\, Harmelia\,\, Germiston\, Gauteng\, 1619\, South Africa
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