Auditing and Governance Risk and Compliance

Audit Planning for Multinational Organisations

Auditing across countries brings challenges of distance, language, regulation and culture. This course covers planning and delivering audits in multinational organisations: global risk assessment, coverage models, local regulations, coordinating regional teams and co-source partners, remote auditing, cultural sensitivity and consistent reporting.

5 days Classroom or live online English

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Why attend

From knowledge to real-world impact.

Inconsistent coverage leaves multinationals exposed. You will learn to plan global audit programmes efficiently.

Workplace challenges

Professional Problems This Course Is Designed to Solve

The programme explores practical approaches to the following challenges. Results depend on how the learning is applied in your organisation.

Difficulty translating subject knowledge into practical workplace decisions.
Inconsistent approaches to the activities covered in the course outline.
Lack of a structured plan for applying and reviewing new skills.

Course methodology

How you will learn.

Global planning exercises, case studies, remote audit simulations and coordination workshops.

Course objectives

What you'll take away.

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

Assess risk across multiple countries
Design global audit coverage models
Address local legal and regulatory requirements
Coordinate regional teams and co-source providers
Conduct effective remote audits
Ensure consistent methodology and reporting

Target audience

Who should attend.

This course is suitable for:

Heads of internal audit in multinationals
Regional audit managers
Senior auditors
Co-source providers
Audit committee members

Target competencies

Capabilities you will build.

Participants will develop competencies in:

Global risk assessment
Coverage planning
Team coordination
Remote auditing
Consistency

Course outline

Your learning journey.

A focused, practical outline with time to explore, apply and reflect.

Day 1Multinational Challenges

09:00–10:08Complexity and risks
10:08–11:00Coverage gaps
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Coverage gaps (continued)
11:45–12:53Case study
12:53–14:00Exercise

Day 2Risk and Coverage

09:00–10:08Global risk assessment
10:08–11:00Rotation models
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Rotation models (continued)
11:45–12:53Regional hubs
12:53–14:00Workshop

Day 3Local Requirements

09:00–10:08Legal and regulatory differences
10:08–11:00Language and culture
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Language and culture (continued)
11:45–12:53Data privacy
12:53–14:00Exercise

Day 4Delivery

09:00–10:08Co-sourcing
10:08–11:00Remote audits
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Remote audits (continued)
11:45–12:53Travel planning
12:53–14:00Simulation

Day 5Consistency

09:00–10:08Methodology
10:08–11:00Quality
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Quality (continued)
11:45–12:53Global reporting
12:53–14:00Action plan

The timings provided are estimates and may vary depending on the number of participants and the discussions taking place during the sessions. They are indicative only and do not constitute a binding commitment.

Dates & venues

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Good to know

A few things to know.

How is the course delivered?

Our classroom programmes combine facilitated discussion, case studies, exercises and reflection. The precise format will be confirmed before enrolment.

Can you deliver this programme for our team?

Yes, you can enquire about a tailored programme. Share your goals, group size and preferred dates with our learning team.

Will I receive a certificate?

Participants who complete the programme receive a Smart Horizon UK certificate of attendance. Smart Horizon UK programmes are not externally accredited and do not award a professional qualification, licence or designation. Where a course title or outline refers to a professional certification (for example, AACE International's Certified Cost Professional), the programme supports learning and preparation only; the credential itself is awarded solely by the relevant professional body under its own application and examination requirements.

What should I confirm before booking travel?

Please confirm the session, exact venue, accessibility arrangements, fees and any visa requirements with the team before arranging travel. Tentative dates are not confirmed sessions.

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