A Highly Interactive Training Course On

Consultancy Skills for Auditors

Discovering the Consulting Skills to be a Professional Auditor

Classroom Sessions
07-11 Jul 2025
Dubai
$5,950
27-31 Oct 2025
Dubai
$5,950

Course Introduction

This Consultancy Skills for Auditors training course is designed to enhance auditors' consulting skills, boosting the value of internal audits. Participants will gain the ability to apply internal audit knowledge in areas such as risk management, controls, and governance processes, thereby enriching their overall internal audit opinions.

The Consultancy Skills for Auditors training course is highly interactive and integrates assurance and consulting skills, helping participants master essential consulting techniques and customize outcomes to improve both audit environments and organizational operations. Skills will be developed through group exercises, case studies, and activities tailored to your organization’s specific needs.

This COPEX training course will feature:

  • Issues facing auditors and organizations as they seek to support management in their work
  • Required skills to manage the balance between being an internal auditor and a consultant
  • The best practices guidance in the consultancy role of internal audit
  • Knowledge and Skills Development to ensure tangible benefits for your organization

Training Objectives

This COPEX training course will cover the important skills that will help you to become an effective consultant and will provide auditors with an understanding of the necessary consulting skills to enhance internal audit function.

At the end of this training course, you will be able to:

  • Understand the consultant responsibilities & services and how to be creative and to demonstrate how it can add value.
  • Discover skills to provide consultancy services as well as assurance services and learn how to use core skills to both an auditor and a consultant
  • Enhance skills in internal auditing and risk management, governance and compliance (GRC Model)
  • Learn how to develop a gap analysis in identifying where you already have a strong skills base and where you might need to strengthen them
  • Use some of the tools and techniques commonly used by consultants in these areas
  • Identify and practice facilitation skills and issues in your own environment

Training Methodology

This training course will utilise a variety of proven adult learning techniques to ensure maximum understanding, comprehension and retention of the information presented.  The training methodology includes case studies, group discussion, group work and interactive exercises and videos, pre & post course assessments will also be given to enhance learning outcomes for participants and to measure the effectiveness of this training.  The instructor will also facilitate learning by encouraging the delegates to test and critically appraise any theories and concepts on the training course.

Who should Attend?

This COPEX training course is open to all and will be useful to a wide range of professionals but will greatly benefit the following individuals:

  • Auditors / Auditing Managers
  • Accounting Executives / Managers
  • Financial Reporting Managers
  • Financial Executives / Managers / Controllers
  • Budgeting Officers / Executives / Managers
  • Business / Investment Analysts & Managers
  • Regulatory Compliance Officers
  • Commercial Analysts, Executives & Managers

Course Outline

Day One:  The Traditional Role of the Internal Auditor
  • The definition of internal auditing
  • The Concept of internal audit
  • The roles & procedures within the internal audit department
  • Preserving independence and objectivity
  • Audit preparation and planning to ensure an effective audit
  • The skills of auditors
Day Two:  The Consulting Activities of Internal Auditing
  • The key consulting activities in an organization
  • The role of consulting in internal auditing
  • The link between audit committee requirements & consulting services
  • Strengthening organizational governance
  • Creating the compliance framework
  • Developing and improving risk management
Day Three:  The Consulting Engagement and Skills
  • The key phases of a consultancy engagement
  • Assessment of the consulting skills
  • Developing and presenting ideas and solutions
  • Writing skills and effectively communicating results
  • The importance of effective communication and interpersonal skills
  • Demonstrating professional competency
Day Four:  Consulting Tools and Techniques in an Organization
  • Identifying the tools and techniques of consulting
  • Understanding the need to listen and writing reports for consulting
  • Developing and managing the client satisfaction
  • Process benchmarking and gap analysis
  •  Managing the “politics issues” and how to deal with
  •  Managing & setting polices of conflict of interest
Day Five:  Effective Consultancy in Organization
  • Enhancing the capabilities of problem-solving skills
  • Implementing on going assurance
  • Developing fraud awareness workshop
  • Strengthening the ethics & code of conduct programme
  • Assessment business development opportunities
  • Taking advantages of hidden opportunities

Certificates

  • COPEX Certificate of Attendance will be provided to delegates who attend and complete the course
Whats Makes Copex Courses Unique?

COPEX Training is your gateway to professional growth, with over 20 years of experience turning potential into success. Each year, we deliver over 1,000 courses in 50+ countries, earning a stellar 98% satisfaction rate. Trusted by global giants like BP, the United Nations, and HSBC, we partner with top certification bodies to provide career-focused training that empowers individuals and drives organizational breakthroughs. Our mission? To transform the way professionals learn and grow in today’s fast-changing industries. Through expert insights, cutting-edge methods, and hands-on approaches, we equip you with the skills and confidence to tackle challenges, seize opportunities, and thrive in your career.

Led by a passionate leadership team and supported by a network of world-class trainers, COPEX Training connects professionals worldwide with life-changing opportunities. We are committed to excellence, ensuring every participant leaves with the tools, expertise, and confidence to conquer an ever-evolving world.

Frequently Asked Questions

This FAQ section provides quick answers to the most common questions about our services, procedures, and policies. We aim to make your experience with us as straightforward as possible. For further assistance, our support team is ready to help.

What is COPEX?

COPEX stands for “Competency Enhancement Programs” These courses are designed to develop and enhance the skills and knowledge of professionals across various sectors.

What are the benefits of attending COPEX training courses?

Enhanced Skills: Develop in-demand skills and knowledge in your chosen field.
Career Advancement: Improve your career prospects and increase your earning potential.
Increased Confidence: Gain confidence in your abilities and enhance your professional presence.
Networking Opportunities: Connect with other professionals and industry experts.
Improved Job Performance: Enhance your productivity, efficiency, and job satisfaction.
Personal Growth: Develop valuable personal and professional skills that can benefit you in all areas of life.

What makes COPEX training courses unique?

Experienced Instructors: Courses are delivered by highly qualified and experienced instructors with industry expertise.
Interactive Learning: Engaging and interactive learning methods, including workshops, simulations, case studies, and group discussions.
Practical Application: Focus on practical skills and real-world applications, enabling you to apply your learning immediately.
Flexible Learning Options: A variety of course formats available, including classroom training, online courses, and blended learning.
Certification & Recognition: Upon successful completion, you may receive industry-recognized certifications.

What is the cost of COPEX training courses?

The cost of COPEX training courses varies depending on the course duration, content, and delivery method.

How can I register?

There are several ways to register in our public training courses:
Online – Browse the Training Plan, select the course of choice, click on the button
“Register Now” inside the course outline page.
E-mail – Send the details (name, company name, email address and training course of
choice) of your nomination to [email protected]
Telephone – +971 4 368 6886 or +971 50 106 2750

When will I receive the confirmation for my registration/s?

Upon successful registration, processing window will take not more than 24 hours from the time of registration. An email including the registration confirmation, invoice and joining instructions will be sent to the provided email address.

What is included in the training fee?

Published training course fees are inclusive of the training venue, training manual, writing materials, lunch and coffee breaks with refreshments over the entire duration of the training course.

What are the available payment methods?

The training course fee can be settled by either:

  • Bank transfer
  • Credit Card

How many hours per day, and what are the timings of your training courses?

Our training courses will run for 5 hours per day. The standard daily timing is from 8:30 am – 3:30 pm including the coffee/tea breaks and lunch.

Where do you usually hold your training courses?

Our training courses courses are being held at five-star hotels in prime and iconic destinations across the globe. Cities such as Amsterdam, Barcelona, Dubai, Geneva, Istanbul, Kuala Lumpur, London, Houston, New York, Paris, Vienna, Zurich, etc.

Do you provide hotel booking assistance to your delegates?

Once officially registered, we can assist by providing the corporate rates provided by the hotel where the training course will be conducted. Early confirmation will enable us to secure the room at reduced rates

In case of failure to attend, what is your cancellation policy?

Our cancellation policy varies depending on the circumstances presented. Generally, cancellations must be initiated in formal writing at least 14 days prior to the commencement date of the training course. Further, the option to shift an existing registration to another training course on a later date is possible. Otherwise, a full refund will be initiated.

What will I receive after the training course?

Delegates who will attend and successfully complete the training course will earn a COPEX Certificate of Completion. This certification is designed to validate the successful knowledge transfer, and that the desired learning objectives and outcomes to further advance your professional competency are achieved.

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training course for you!

At Copex Training, we offer customizable courses designed to fit your specific needs. whether it's refining procurement practices or enhancing leadership and management skills, we tailor our programs to meet your unique goals and challenges. Let us create a training solution that delivers real results for your team.
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