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Master the Art of Business Application Auditing with Expert Techniques

 

The Auditing Business Applications – In-Person CPE Training Event is a dynamic, hands-on program designed to provide professionals with the essential tools to effectively audit critical business systems. By attending this three-day seminar, you’ll earn 24 NASBA-approved CPE credits while gaining valuable knowledge in business application auditing, IT controls, and risk management for systems like enterprise resource planning (ERP), human resources/payroll, treasury, and CRM applications.

 

This premier event empowers auditors, compliance officers, IT professionals, and finance experts to understand the intricacies of application systems, bolster internal controls, and mitigate risks effectively.

 

Why Attend?

  • Earn 24 CPE Credits - Gain professional recognition and satisfy key certification requirements, including Yellow Book (YB) credits for government auditors.

  • Strengthen Internal Controls - Master techniques to evaluate and improve IT application controls (ITACs) to ensure system integrity, security, and compliance.

  • Build Risk Management Expertise - Learn how to assess and address risks associated with business applications, covering vulnerabilities in financial, HR, and CRM systems.

  • Tailored for Diverse Professionals - Whether you're in audit, IT, finance, or compliance, this program is designed to elevate your expertise in business application auditing.

  • Real-World Insights from Experts - Benefit from interactive sessions, case studies, and best practices led by experienced instructors.

 

What You’ll Learn

By attending this seminar, participants will acquire actionable insights and practical skills critical to auditing business applications. Learning objectives include:

  • Understanding Business Application Systems - Analyze critical systems like ERP, inventory, cash management, and CRM applications.

  • Mastering Auditing Methodologies - Implement robust techniques to identify, evaluate, and mitigate IT risks.

  • Assessing IT Application Controls (ITACs) - Explore methods to test and improve input, processing, and output controls within applications.

  • Enhancing Risk-Based Auditing Techniques - Leverage frameworks like COBIT, NIST, and ISO to assess and prioritize application risks.

  • Developing Effective Communication - Learn how to document findings, create actionable recommendations, and communicate results to stakeholders.

  • Navigating Compliance Requirements - Ensure adherence to industry standards, including SOX, COSO, and data protection regulations.

 

Seminar Highlights

This interactive event will cover a range of critical topics designed to optimize your auditing practices, including but not limited to the following areas:

  • The role of IT General Controls (ITGCs) and IT Application Controls (ITACs).
  • Frameworks and methodologies like SDLC, DevSecOps, IAM, APIs, and agile testing.
  • Risk-ranking applications and prioritizing audits based on organizational goals.
  • Evaluating controls for system security, access management, backups, and recovery.
  • Addressing software costs and implementing IT change management systems.

 

Key Agenda Topics

Participants can expect a structured and detailed agenda that includes:

  • Introduction to ITGCs and ITACs - Overview of internal controls, auditing techniques, and frameworks.

  • Understanding Business Application Audits - Focus on revenue, disbursement, HR/payroll, and treasury systems.

  • Risk Assessment and Planning - Practical strategies for identifying risks, defining scopes, and creating audit plans.

  • Performing Application Audits - Control evaluation, sampling methods, application integrity, and process documentation.

  • Enhancing System Security - User roles, provisioning, and de-provisioning practices.

  • Backup and Recovery - RTOs, RPOs, and strategies to strengthen disaster recovery plans.

  • Delivering Results - Workpaper documentation, reporting audit findings, and recommending improvements.

 

Event Details

  • Format: Live, in-person event led by industry experts.
  • Schedule:
    • Day 1–2 (Tuesday-Wednesday): 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
    • Day 3 (Thursday): 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
  • Duration: Three days (24 CPE credits).
  • Cost: $2,160 per attendee.
  • Location: Offered in multiple cities with monthly sessions available.
  • Prerequisites: None – open to professionals from all backgrounds.

 

Who Should Attend?

This program caters to professionals across various fields who are responsible for ensuring application security and compliance, such as:

  • Internal Auditors seeking advanced auditing techniques.
  • IT Professionals involved in application management and system development.
  • Compliance Officers ensuring adherence to regulations and standards.
  • Finance and Accounting Leaders monitoring the integrity of business systems.

 

Why Business Application Auditing Matters

Business systems are at the heart of organizational efficiency, data integrity, and compliance. A robust audit approach ensures security and regulatory alignment while addressing potential vulnerabilities. This program equips professionals with the insights and methodologies needed to safeguard critical systems, adding both value to their organizations and credibility to their roles.

 

Register Today

Don’t miss this opportunity to advance your career and make a meaningful impact in your organization. Secure your spot at the Auditing Business Applications – In-Person CPE Training Event and gain the confidence to lead successful audits.

 

Register now and earn 24 CPE credits while mastering the skills to assess and secure today’s most critical business applications!

Auditing Business Applications - In-Person

$2,160.00Price
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    The sessions will be as follows:

    Tuesday – 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

    Wednesday - 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

    Thursday - 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

    Offered in-person in various cites each month on Tuesday-Thursdays in three sessions.

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At CCS, we are deeply dedicated to delivering NASBA-sponsored Continuing Professional Education (CPE) training events focusing on vital subjects such as risk management, audit & assurance, internal controls, internal audit, cybersecurity, and compliance. Our educational content is meticulously crafted to be accessible through live webinars and in-person CPE events, custom-tailored to meet the CPE requirements of certifications including CIA, CPA, CISA, CFE, and other professional certifications.

We take immense pride in our pivotal role over the past twenty years of empowering participants to expand their audit expertise and develop a deep understanding of best-practice frameworks and standards established by eminent organizations such as IIA, AICPA, COSO Framework, PCAOB Auditing Standards, NAIC Model Laws, GAO Green Book, GAO Yellow Book, NIST, ISO, CMMC, ACFE, SEC, and IAASB.

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The CCS training staff has a broad range of experience in internal auditing, Big 4 auditing, software development and implementation, Big 4 consulting, governmental accounting and auditing, regulatory compliance and professional training.

Our flexibility in delivering content allows us to cater to the diverse needs of our professional audit function, internal control professional and information technology participants, ensuring a truly enriching learning experience for all.

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