{"product_id":"critical-thinking-elevating-your-audit-team-performance","title":"Critical Thinking: Elevating Your Audit Team Performance","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eUnlocking Audit Excellence through Operation Audit Toolset\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuggested training duration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Two half‑day sessions (total 1 day)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eTraining Description \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eIn The IIA’s Global Internal Audit Competency Framework, critical thinking is identified as one of the key required personal skills – \u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ean indispensable competence for internal auditors. Critical thinking leads to improved decision-making and better organizational performance. In this comprehensive ARC audit training, we will explore the vital role of critical thinking alongside root cause analysis in driving audit excellence.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eEffective critical thinking involves collecting and analysing information, drawing compelling conclusions, and providing recommendations. It is essential for personal and organizational success, enabling auditors to better manage risk and create a sustainable control environment. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eThis ARC audit training course will demonstrate how critical thinking techniques can be integrated into key elements of the audit process, from risk assessments to reporting, enhancing audit effectiveness and delivering measurable value to stakeholders.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"DE\"\u003eLearning Objectives:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: 18.0pt; text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 18.0pt;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Aptos; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e1.\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e        \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eUnderstand the fundamental principles of critical thinking and its significance in audit operations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: 18.0pt; text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 18.0pt;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Aptos; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e2.\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e        \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eDevelop an understanding of critical thinking principles, tools, and techniques.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: 18.0pt; text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 18.0pt;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Aptos; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e3.\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e        \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003ePractice applying critical thinking skills in various scenarios encountered during internal audit engagements.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: 18.0pt; text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 18.0pt;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Aptos; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e4.\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e        \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eLearn about the purpose, importance, and key terms of critical thinking in the context of internal auditing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-left: 18.0pt; text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 18.0pt;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Aptos; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e5.\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e        \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eExplore relevant Global Internal Audit Standards and guidelines for embedding critical thinking into audit documentation and reporting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"DE\"\u003eAgenda\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eIntroduction to Critical Thinking\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0cm;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eUnderstanding the importance of critical thinking in internal audit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eOverview of key concepts and principles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eThe Role of Critical Thinking in Audit Preparation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0cm;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eIntegrating critical thinking into risk assessments and audit planning\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eCritical Thinking in the Audit Process\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eTools and Techniques for Critical Thinking\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0cm;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eExploring practical tools and techniques for effective critical thinking\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eHands-on exercises and case studies\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eApplying practically Critical Thinking in Fieldwork \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0cm;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eConducting effective process analysis of control designs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eConducting interviews, testing, and analysis with a critical mindset\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eDocumenting processes and testing with an emphasis on critical analysis\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eHands-on exercises and case studies \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003ePresentation of results and common discussion for Best-Practices\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eReporting and Communication\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0cm;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eFormulating impactful recommendations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eEmbedding critical thinking into audit reports\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eImplementation and Continuous Improvement \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0cm;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eLeveraging critical thinking to drive organizational change and improvement\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eIdentifying opportunities for continuous enhancement of audit practices\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eConclusion and Next Steps\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0cm;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eRecap of key learnings and takeaways\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eDeveloping a roadmap for implementing critical thinking in audit practice\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eDeveloping a personal action plan for applying critical thinking in audit practice\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"ARC Institute","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54719148261713,"sku":null,"price":890.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1058\/4807\/8673\/files\/CriticalThinkingElevatingYourAuditTeamPerformance.png?v=1787921512","url":"https:\/\/arc-institute.com\/products\/critical-thinking-elevating-your-audit-team-performance","provider":"ARC Institute","version":"1.0","type":"link"}