Internal Audit Leadership for Chief Audit Executives (AGRC-027) Training Course

Internal Audit Leadership for Chief Audit Executives

Chief audit executives must position internal audit as a trusted, strategic adviser while maintaining independence. They lead teams, manage stakeholders, oversee quality…

5 daysClassroom

14Upcoming dates

7Cities

£2,250Fees from

Course overview

Why Attend

Chief audit executives must position internal audit as a trusted, strategic adviser while maintaining independence. They lead teams, manage stakeholders, oversee quality and report to audit committees.

This LLMI course covers internal audit strategy, audit committee relationships, risk-based planning at enterprise level, resourcing and talent, technology and analytics, quality assurance and improvement programmes, and communicating value. Participants develop an internal audit strategy.

The course suits current and aspiring heads of internal audit.

Course Objectives

Develop an internal audit strategy aligned with organisational priorities

Build effective audit committee relationships

Lead enterprise risk-based audit planning

Manage audit resources, talent and technology

Oversee quality assurance and improvement

Measure and communicate internal audit value

Target Audience

Chief audit executives

Heads of internal audit

Audit directors and senior managers

Aspiring audit leaders

Audit committee members

Governance professionals

Course Methodology

Leadership discussions

Strategy workshops

Case studies

Peer exchange

Planning exercises

Course outline

1Day 1: Strategic Internal Audit

Evolving role of internal audit
Global standards for leadership
Mandate and charter
Stakeholder expectations
Strategy
Exercise: Strategic positioning

2Day 2: Audit Committee and Stakeholders

Audit committee relationships
Reporting
Executive relationships
Independence
Difficult conversations
Role play: Audit committee meeting

3Day 3: Planning and Resourcing

Enterprise risk-based planning
Agile planning
Co-sourcing
Talent and skills
Budget
Workshop: Audit plan

4Day 4: Technology and Quality

Analytics and automation
AI in audit
Quality assurance programme
External assessments
Methodology
Case study: Audit transformation

5Day 5: Value and Influence

Measuring value
KPIs
Communicating insight
Leadership
Personal development
Capstone: Internal audit strategy

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Internal Audit Leadership for Chief Audit Executives course?

The course runs over 5 days of classroom training, usually Monday to Friday.

When is the next Internal Audit Leadership for Chief Audit Executives course?

The next public date is 16 - 20 Nov 2026 in London. There are 14 upcoming dates in total.

Where is this course held?

Upcoming sessions run in London, Munich, Barcelona, Frankfurt, Rome, Kuala Lumpur, Geneva.

How much does the course cost?

Fees start from £2,250 per delegate, depending on the city. Fees include tuition and course materials.

Do participants receive a certificate?

Yes. Delegates who complete the course receive a London Leadership Management Innovation certificate of completion.

Can this course be delivered in-house for our team?

Yes. LLMI can tailor and deliver this course privately for your organisation at your premises or in one of our training cities.

Course information last updated 14 November 2026.

Internal Audit Leadership for Chief Audit Executives

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