How long is the IT Audit and Compliance course?

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

When is the next IT Audit and Compliance course?

The next public date is 21 - 25 Dec 2026 in Frankfurt. There are 13 upcoming dates in total.

Where is this course held?

Upcoming sessions run in Frankfurt, London, Istanbul, Vienna, Barcelona, Paris, Cape Town.

Can I take IT Audit and Compliance online?

Yes. Every date can also be joined live online in a virtual classroom with the trainer, for £1,280 per participant. Choose "Live online" in the dates table when you register.

How much does the course cost?

Fees start from £2,750 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.

IT Audit and Compliance Training Course

Course overview

Course Introduction

This online training course provides a comprehensive understanding of IT audit principles and compliance with regulatory standards.

Participants will learn how to perform effective IT audits, identify key risks, and ensure organizational technology practices align with legal and regulatory frameworks.

Through hands-on sessions and case studies, the course will equip participants with the knowledge to evaluate IT systems, internal controls, and security protocols to ensure compliance and mitigate risks.

Training Objectives

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

Understand the role of IT audit in governance and compliance frameworks
Identify and evaluate key IT risks, controls, and compliance requirements
Align IT audit processes with major regulatory standards (e.g., GDPR, SOX, ISO, PCI DSS)
Assess IT security measures and controls to ensure data protection
Perform IT audits effectively using best practices and tools
Develop audit reports and recommendations for improving IT systems compliance
Ensure continuous compliance and risk management in dynamic IT environments

Training Methodology

This online training course will utilise a variety of proven adult learning techniques to ensure maximum understanding, comprehension and retention of the information presented.

This includes stimulating presentations supporting each of the topics together with interactive trainer lead sessions of discussion.

Who should Attend?

This online training course is suitable to a wide range of professionals but will greatly benefit:

IT Auditors
Internal and External Auditors
IT Managers and Professionals
Risk and Compliance Officers
Cybersecurity Professionals
Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) Professionals
Financial Auditors involved in IT Systems Auditing

Course outline

1Day One: Foundations of IT Audit and Compliance
- Introduction to IT Audit: Definitions and Objectives
- Key Concepts of IT Governance and Compliance
- Overview of Major Regulatory Frameworks (GDPR, SOX, PCI DSS, etc.)
- Risk-Based IT Auditing: Understanding IT Risk
- IT Audit Process: Planning, Execution, and Reporting
- Case Study: Identifying Key IT Risks in an Organization
2Day Two: IT Audit Frameworks and Standards
- Understanding IT Control Frameworks: COBIT, ISO 27001, NIST
- Compliance with International Standards: How to Align IT Audits
- Audit Methodologies: Control Self-Assessment (CSA), Continuous Auditing
- Auditing IT Infrastructure and Operations
- Review of IT Governance Structures and their Role in Compliance
- Workshop: Designing an IT Audit Plan
3Day Three: Regulatory Compliance and IT Systems
- Key Regulatory Requirements and Their Impact on IT
- GDPR: Data Protection and Privacy Audits
- SOX: Auditing for Financial Integrity
- PCI DSS: Ensuring Payment Data Security
- IT General Controls (ITGC) Audits: Access Controls, Change Management, and Operations
- Compliance Testing and Validation of IT Systems
- Practical Session: Mapping Regulatory Requirements to IT Systems
4Day Four: IT Security Audits and Data Protection
- Auditing IT Security Controls: Risk Management and Mitigation
- Evaluating Cybersecurity Frameworks and Practices
- Ensuring Compliance with Data Protection Laws and Security Standards
- Identifying and Addressing Vulnerabilities in IT Systems
- Practical Exercise: Auditing IT Security Measures
- Case Study: IT Security Audit for Regulatory Compliance
5Day Five: Reporting, Follow-up, and Continuous Compliance
- Developing Audit Findings and Recommendations
- Best Practices for Audit Reporting and Communication with Stakeholders
- Follow-up and Monitoring of IT Audit Recommendations
- Maintaining Continuous Compliance in Changing IT Environments
- Case Study: Preparing an IT Audit Report and Action Plan
- Final Assessment and Group Presentation

Schedule

Dates and fees

13 upcoming dates in 7 cities. Fees are per delegate; bring colleagues and every seat is discounted. Every date can also be joined live online for £1,280.

All dates as PDF

December 2026

21DEC 21 - 25 Dec 2026Mon to Fri · 5 daysNext session

FrankfurtGermany · Classroom

£3,250per delegate2+ people: £2,600 each

January 2027

18JAN 18 - 22 Jan 2027Mon to Fri · 5 daysOur home city

LondonUnited Kingdom · Classroom

£2,750per delegate2+ people: £2,200 each

February 2027

15FEB 15 - 19 Feb 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days

IstanbulTurkey · Classroom

£2,850per delegate2+ people: £2,280 each

March 2027

15MAR 15 - 19 Mar 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days

ViennaAustria · Classroom

£4,250per delegate2+ people: £3,400 each

April 2027

19APR 19 - 23 Apr 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days

BarcelonaSpain · Classroom

£3,850per delegate2+ people: £3,080 each

May 2027

17MAY 17 - 21 May 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days

ParisFrance · Classroom

£3,250per delegate2+ people: £2,600 each

June 2027

21JUN 21 - 25 Jun 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days

FrankfurtGermany · Classroom

£3,250per delegate2+ people: £2,600 each

July 2027

19JUL 19 - 23 Jul 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days

BarcelonaSpain · Classroom

£3,850per delegate2+ people: £3,080 each

August 2027

16AUG 16 - 20 Aug 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days

FrankfurtGermany · Classroom

£3,250per delegate2+ people: £2,600 each

September 2027

20SEP 20 - 24 Sep 2027Mon to Fri · 5 daysOur home city

LondonUnited Kingdom · Classroom

£2,750per delegate2+ people: £2,200 each

October 2027

18OCT 18 - 22 Oct 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days

IstanbulTurkey · Classroom

£2,850per delegate2+ people: £2,280 each

November 2027

15NOV 15 - 19 Nov 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days

Cape TownSouth Africa · Classroom

£4,250per delegate2+ people: £3,400 each

December 2027

20DEC 20 - 24 Dec 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days

BarcelonaSpain · Classroom

£3,850per delegate2+ people: £3,080 each

Live online, on the same dates

Join the class in real time from your office or home: live sessions with the trainer, group discussion, course materials and a certificate of completion. Joining details are emailed before the course starts.

December 2026

21DEC 21 - 25 Dec 2026Mon to Fri · 5 daysNext session

Live onlineVirtual classroom · join from anywhere