Audit & Fraud Control in the Public Sector

Course Code: IEF-1113
Course Instructor: Allieu Sesay
Category: Public Finance
Credit Hours: 48
Course Duration: 24 Days
Cost: GHS 3,000.00

 

Course Overview

This programme is a 12-week course designed to provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of auditing principles, fraud detection, prevention techniques, and control mechanisms specific to the public sector. This course is ideal for public sector professionals, auditors, compliance officers, and those involved in financial oversight who aim to enhance their skills in audit practices and fraud control.

 

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Course Content

The course is structured into twelve modules, each of which focuses on crucial areas of audit and fraud control in the public sector. To guarantee that the subject is fully understood and applied in real-world situations, the modules comprise lectures, case studies, practical exercises, and assessments.

The course curriculum ensures that participants gain a comprehensive understanding of audit and fraud control in the public sector, equipping them with the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in their roles. The curriculum allows participants to:

» Understand the basics, types, and standards of public sector auditing, including planning, risk assessment, and audit program development.

» Learn techniques for fieldwork, evidence collection, audit interviews, and drafting clear, effective audit reports.

» Define fraud, recognize common schemes, understand the fraud triangle, and identify red flags using data analytics and forensic auditing.

» Design and implement internal controls, ethics programs, and fraud risk management strategies to prevent fraud in the public sector.

» Explore relevant laws, regulations, compliance requirements, and whistleblower protections essential for effective fraud control.

» Leverage audit software tools, understand the role of cybersecurity, and utilize technological innovations to enhance auditing and fraud prevention.

» Analyze real-world cases to learn best practices and lessons, and understand strategies for building and training effective audit and fraud control teams.

 

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Key Takeaways

 

By the end of the course, participants will:

» Have a thorough understanding of public sector auditing principles and practices.

» Be able to plan, conduct, and report on audits effectively.

» Develop skills to detect, prevent, and manage fraud in the public sector.

» Understand the legal and regulatory framework governing audits and fraud control.

» Apply data analytics and forensic auditing techniques in fraud detection.

» Build and manage an effective audit and fraud control team.

 

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Target Audience

 

The following categories can register for the programme:

» Government employees involved in financial oversight.

» Internal and external auditors in the public sector.

» Professionals responsible for ensuring regulatory compliance.

» Public sector finance officers and managers.

» Individuals pursuing studies or research in public finance and auditing.

 

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