Ethics – A Comprehensive Guide for Internal Auditors

Ethics – A Comprehensive Guide for Internal Auditors

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Mihails Hodjakovs, CIA, CISA

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About this course

To meet CIA certification requirements, the IIA requires at least two hours of continual professional education (CPE) on the topic of ethics that will be provided after this seminar. In this two-hour seminar, participants explore the critical role of ethics in internal audit practice — emphasizing principles of professional conduct, objectivity, independence, and both mandatory and recommended ethical guidance. Through analysis of practical situations and dilemmas, they gain practical strategies to prevent breaches, address them effectively, and make ethically sound decisions, ultimately enhancing auditors’ credibility and responsible professional behavior.

Ethics - A Comprehensive Guide for Internal Auditors Course Overview and Programme

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  • The objectives of this seminar are to:

  • Understand the foundational principles of ethics and their integration into the Global Internal Audit Standards.
  • Identify key ethical considerations and challenges specific to public and private sector environments.
  • Explore emerging trends in ethical dilemmas, cross-cultural and generational differences in ethical attitudes, and lessons from recent scandals.
  • Analyze real-world case studies to develop skills in recognizing, preventing, and resolving ethics breaches.
  • Articulate the pivotal role of internal auditors in upholding ethics, enhancing organizational integrity, and fostering credible professional conduct.
  • To meet CIA certification requirements, the IIA mandates a minimum of two hours of continuing professional education (CPE) in ethics, which will be provided following this seminar.

  • Skills delivered

  • Apply ethical principles and Global Internal Audit Standards in audit engagements.
  • Handle ethical challenges unique to public and private sectors.
  • Identify and respond to ethical dilemmas, trends, cultural/ generational differences, and recent scandals.
  • Analyze case studies to detect risks and effective resolutions.
  • Promote auditors' role in ethical culture and accountability.

Course Curriculum

1. Overview of the course

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  • Lesson: Introduction and Overview of the Course Content

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Target Audience

  • Internal Audit and Assurance Teams
  • Legal and Regulatory Affairs Professionals
  • Senior Management and Decision Makers

Course materials

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Test your knowledge with interactive quizzes designed to reinforce learning and ensure you're on track with the course material.

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  • Lesson format
  • 8
  • 1
  • 2 hours
  • 2
  • English
  • intermediate
  • Pre-recorded
  • Available from
  • 31/05/2026

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