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SUMMARY:The Lion: Competent Leader
DESCRIPTION:OVERVIEW\n\n\n\nThe lion\, often referred to as the “king of the jungle\,” embodies competence in leadership. Just as the lion is a master of its territory\, competent leaders demonstrate a deep understanding of their industry\, organisation\, and goals.\n\n2 Day Facilitation\nCost including assessment and 1 Hour virtual individual feedback – R8790 (3 participants R8040 each\, 10 participants R7290 each)
URL:https://defincon.co.za/event/the-lion-competent-leader-06-may-and-07-may-2026/
LOCATION:Definitive Conference Center\, ext\, Corner of Definitive Lane &\, Kruin St\, Harmelia\,\, Germiston\, Gauteng\, 1619\, South Africa
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SUMMARY:Mastering 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\n11 – 15 May 2026 & 6 – 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/mastering-ai-tools-in-procurement-and-supply-chain-management/
LOCATION:Definitive Conference Center\, ext\, Corner of Definitive Lane &\, Kruin St\, Harmelia\,\, Germiston\, Gauteng\, 1619\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Training Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260520T080000
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SUMMARY:Internal Audit Manager: Preparing for your External Assessment of the IAM (PIAM)
DESCRIPTION:“Preparing for the IAM Assessment” is aimed at candidates pursuing the Internal Audit Manager (IAM) designation. This course is structured to deepen participants’ understanding of advanced internal audit practices\, governance\, risk management\, and leadership responsibilities. Emphasising strategic and analytical skills\, this programme provides a review of internal auditing concepts at the management level\, supporting candidates in mastering the IAM Assessment competencies. Through interactive exercises\, and a simulated exam\, participants will refine their managerial and technical skills to enhance audit performance and strategic alignment. \nWho Should Attend the Internal Audit Manager Assessment?\nLevel 3 — Supervisory/competent/senior internal auditors: those who already have a sound\, practical grasp of the fundamentals of internal auditing and manage staff. \nPlease review the content and course levels before booking to ensure you are attending the right course. \nWhat Will Participants Learn?\n\nGain Insight into the IAM Assessment: Understand the IAM Assessment structure\, format\, and the competencies expected of an internal audit manager\nDevelop Advanced Auditing Skills: Acquire advanced knowledge in internal audit planning\, execution\, and reporting with a focus on strategic and complex engagements\nEnhance Risk Management and Governance Acumen: Strengthen skills in identifying\, assessing\, and managing risk within organisational governance frameworks\nStrengthen Leadership and Communication: Build leadership skills essential for managing audit teams and effective stakeholder communication\nRefine Exam Strategies for IAM: Engage in targeted exam preparation\, review practice questions\, and participate in a mock assessment to build confidence\n\nCourse Content for the Internal Audit Manager Assessment\nIntroduction to IAM Certification and Exam Structure Overview of the IAM designation and assessment competencies \nAdvanced Auditing Techniques and Strategies Comprehensive internal audit planning\, risk-based auditing\, and audit engagement management \nStrategic Risk Management and Governance Integrating risk management frameworks\, assessing organisational governance \nEthical Standards and Leadership in Auditing Managing ethical dilemmas\, promoting independence\, and adhering to IIA Standards \nLeadership\, Team Management\, and Communication Building and managing audit teams\, stakeholder engagement\, and effective reporting \nAnalytical Skills and Data Insights in Auditing Data analysis techniques and applying data-driven insights to complex audits \nExam Preparation and Practice Assessment Study strategies\, tackling exam scenarios\, and a full-length practice exam with review \nDetails for the Internal Audit Manager Assessment\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDate\n20 – 22 May 2026\n\n\nTime\nRegistration from 08:15\n\n\nDuration\n3 Days\n\n\nCPD Hours\n24\n\n\nPresenter\nIAPRO\n\n\nOnline Registration Closes\n20 May 2026\n\n\nEvent Category\nCPD / Audit Leadership\n\n\n\n\nFees: \n\n\n\n\n\nExcl. VAT\nIncl. VAT\n\n\n\n\nIIASA Member\nR9 928.00\nR11 417.00\n\n\nIIASA Non-Member\nR11 463.00\nR13 182.00\n\n\n\n\nContact: Project Coordinator: CPD and Events neo@governanceacademy.co.za | 011 609 1761 Ext 404
URL:https://defincon.co.za/event/internal-audit-manager-preparing-for-your-external-assessment-of-the-iam-piam/
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SUMMARY:Leading a successful audit (LASA)
DESCRIPTION:Value-add audits demonstrate how the internal audit activity has applied high-quality judgement to assess the evidence obtained. Such evidence should be both corroborative and contradictory. A robustly executed risk-based audit will apply an appropriate variety of audit tools to provide an effective audit approach. \nThe focus of this course is on the various challenges and opportunities that CAEs\, team managers\, and team leaders face — and shows how audit leaders can make a meaningful contribution to the entity\, clearly adding value while enhancing productivity in the audit process. \nThis course provides a clear\, practical\, and interactive approach to help participants improve their awareness and skills\, becoming better internal audit leaders who deliver impactful and insightful internal audit work that makes a strategic difference to their organisation. \nWho Should Attend?\nLevel 2 — Internal auditors who are already practicing internal audit and have a basic understanding of the subject. \nLevel 3 — Supervisory/competent/senior internal auditors: those who already have a sound\, practical grasp of the fundamentals of internal auditing and manage staff. \nLevel 4 — Advanced internal auditors with an excellent understanding of the topics presented\, who are interested in exchanging knowledge with instructors and other participants. \nPlease review the content and course levels before booking to ensure you are attending the right course. \nLearning Objectives\n\nCommunicate with senior leaders with greater confidence\nUnderstand what it really takes to be an effective internal audit leader\nDefine how to make effective and valuable contributions towards overall business success\nDefine key stakeholders and apply practical methods to manage key relationships\nAdd value through efficient and effective internal audit good practices\nIdentify and define key priorities for the internal audit department to help maximise their value-add to the organisation\n\nDetails\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDate\n27 – 29 May 2026\n\n\nTime\nRegistration from 08:15\n\n\nDuration\n3 Days\n\n\nCPD Hours\n24\n\n\nPresenter\nIAPRO\n\n\nOnline Registration Closes\n27 May 2026\n\n\nEvent Category\nCPD / Audit Leadership\n\n\n\n\nFees: \n\n\n\n\n\nExcl. VAT\nIncl. VAT\n\n\n\n\nMember\nR9 928.00\nR11 417.00\n\n\nNon-Member\nR11 463.00\nR13 182.00\n\n\n\n\nContact: Project Coordinator: CPD and Events mduduzi@governanceacademy.co.za | 011 609 1761 Ext 403
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