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Introduction

As organisations become increasingly dependent on digital systems, senior leadership and boards require assurance that information systems are secure, reliable, compliant, and aligned with strategic objectives. Effective information systems audit and assurance now extend beyond technical controls to include governance oversight, risk prioritisation, and integrated assurance across the enterprise.

The Enterprise Information Systems Audit & Assurance Course provides professionals with a structured, enterprise-focused approach to auditing and assurance within a GRC context. Aligned with ISACA® CISA domains and recognised governance frameworks, the course strengthens the ability to plan, execute, and communicate assurance activities that support decision-making, regulatory confidence, and organisational resilience.

Key focus areas include:

Risk-based audit planning within enterprise GRC structures
Governance oversight of controls, assurance, and accountability
Evaluation of systems lifecycle, operations, and information protection
Clear communication of assurance outcomes to senior stakeholders

Key Learning Outcomes

At the end of this Enterprise Information Systems Audit & Assurance training course, participants will be able to:

Analyse information systems risks within enterprise governance frameworks
Apply risk-based audit principles aligned with organisational objectives
Evaluate the effectiveness of IT governance, controls, and assurance mechanisms
Assess risks across systems development, change, and operational environments
Strengthen oversight of information security, data protection, and resilience
Communicate audit and assurance findings clearly to senior management and boards

Training Methodology

This Enterprise Information Systems Audit & Assurance training course combines structured instruction with scenario-based analysis and practical workshops. Participants engage with realistic audit and assurance cases, governance-focused discussions, and applied exercises designed to reinforce judgement, consistency, and executive-level reporting capability.

This Enterprise Information Systems Audit & Assurance training course is ideal for:

Internal and IT auditors
GRC and compliance professionals
Risk managers and assurance specialists
Governance and control officers
Senior managers involved in audit oversight
Professionals aligning their role with ISACA® CISA domains

Course Outline

Day 1

Governance of IS Audit & Assurance

Role of audit within enterprise governance
The Three Lines Model and assurance coordination
Audit charters, independence, and professional ethics
Risk-based audit planning and scoping
Aligning audit activities with organisational strategy

Day 2

IT Governance, Policies & Control Frameworks

Principles of enterprise IT governance
Overview of control frameworks (COBIT®, ISO, internal controls)
Policy development and compliance oversight
Assurance over outsourced services and third parties
Managing regulatory and contractual control obligations

Day 3

Systems Lifecycle, Projects & Change Governance

Governance of systems acquisition and development
Project assurance and stage-gate controls
Change and configuration management governance
Data integrity, system reliability, and technology risk
Assurance considerations for digital transformation initiatives

Day 4

IT Operations, Resilience & Service Assurance

Governance of IT operations and service delivery
Business continuity and disaster recovery oversight
Incident, problem, and service management assurance
Operational resilience and technology dependencies
Monitoring control effectiveness in live environments

Day 5

Information Protection & Audit Reporting

Access control and identity governance
Data protection, privacy, and cyber risk oversight
Evaluating security controls and monitoring mechanisms
Audit reporting for senior management and boards
Integrated GRC assurance case studies and practical workshops

International Standards & Professional Alignment

Our training courses are aligned with internationally recognised professional standards and frameworks across leadership, strategy, finance, governance, risk, compliance, and audit. By integrating globally trusted models, we ensure learners develop practical, relevant, and industry-recognised capabilities.

Our trainings draw on leading international standards and professional frameworks, including ISO, ISACA, COSO, OECD, IIA, FATF, Basel, IFRS/ISSB, GRI, NIST, CPD, ILM and the OECD AI Principles. This alignment ensures consistency with global best practices across financial management, risk oversight, digital governance, sustainability, and strategic decision-making..

Designed in alignment with globally recognised professional bodies, our courses support continuous professional development, strengthen organisational capability, and provide clear pathways toward professional certifications valued worldwide.