Internal Audit Fundamentals and IPPF Mastery Specialization

The Institute of Internal Auditors

Internal Audit Fundamentals and IPPF Mastery Specialization

Launch Your Career in Internal Auditing.

Build a comprehensive foundation in internal auditing using the Global Internal Audit Standards.

Sherry Bauerschmidt

Instructor: Sherry Bauerschmidt

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Beginner level
No prior experience required
4 weeks to complete
at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
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Get in-depth knowledge of a subject
Beginner level
No prior experience required
4 weeks to complete
at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Explain the structure and purpose of the IPPF and Global Internal Audit Standards.

  • Conduct assurance and advisory engagements in alignment with audit planning and documentation requirements.

  • Apply internal control frameworks such as COSO to evaluate controls and risk management.

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September 2026

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Specialization - 10 course series

Introduction to Internal Auditing

Introduction to Internal Auditing

Course 1, 2 hours

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What you'll learn

The Global Internal Audit Standards: Domain III

The Global Internal Audit Standards: Domain III

Course 3, 1 hour

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The Global Internal Audit Standards: Domain IV

The Global Internal Audit Standards: Domain IV

Course 4, 1 hour

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The Global Internal Audit Standards: Domain V

The Global Internal Audit Standards: Domain V

Course 5, 1 hour

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Conducting the Assurance Engagement

Conducting the Assurance Engagement

Course 6, 2 hours

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The Advisory Engagement

The Advisory Engagement

Course 7, 1 hour

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Audit Evidence and Workpapers

Audit Evidence and Workpapers

Course 8, 1 hour

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Understanding the COSO Internal Control Framework

Understanding the COSO Internal Control Framework

Course 9, 1 hour

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What you'll learn

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