Auditing and Governance Risk and Compliance

Auditing Robotic Process Automation

Software robots now perform finance, HR and operations tasks, introducing new control risks. This course covers auditing robotic process automation: RPA governance, bot inventories, development and change controls, access and credentials, exception handling, monitoring, business continuity and benefits validation.

5 days Classroom or live online English

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Why attend

From knowledge to real-world impact.

Bots can repeat errors thousands of times very quickly. You will learn to audit automation risks effectively.

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.

Bot walkthroughs, control testing exercises, case studies and audit programme design.

Course objectives

What you'll take away.

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

Understand RPA technology and risks
Audit RPA governance and bot inventories
Review bot development and change controls
Test access, credentials and segregation
Evaluate exception handling and monitoring
Assess resilience and benefits claims

Target audience

Who should attend.

This course is suitable for:

IT and internal auditors
Automation centre of excellence staff
Risk managers
Finance controllers
Audit managers

Target competencies

Capabilities you will build.

Participants will develop competencies in:

Automation risk assessment
Change control testing
Access review
Monitoring evaluation
Reporting

Course outline

Your learning journey.

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

Day 1RPA Basics

09:00–10:08How bots work
10:08–11:00Use cases
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Use cases (continued)
11:45–12:53Risks
12:53–14:00Demonstration

Day 2Governance

09:00–10:08Centre of excellence
10:08–11:00Bot inventory
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Bot inventory (continued)
11:45–12:53Ownership
12:53–14:00Workshop

Day 3Development and Change

09:00–10:08Design standards
10:08–11:00Testing
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Testing (continued)
11:45–12:53Change control
12:53–14:00Exercise

Day 4Access and Operations

09:00–10:08Bot credentials
10:08–11:00Exceptions
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Exceptions (continued)
11:45–12:53Monitoring
12:53–14:00Case study

Day 5Resilience and Benefits

09:00–10:08Continuity
10:08–11:00Benefits validation
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Benefits validation (continued)
11:45–12:53Reporting
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.

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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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