POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA IN INTERNAL AUDITING

Why study a Postgraduate Diploma in Internal Auditing?

The IIE Postgraduate Diploma in Internal Auditing aims to deliver learners who will be able to render a professional internal auditing service as internal audit managers and or consultants to all types of organisations, including private companies, public companies, government and auditing or consultation firms.

The programme will equip learners with a well-rounded advanced knowledge of the professional practice of internal auditing as well as the competency to manage internal audit activities and perform internal audit assurance and consulting engagements.

Learners are equipped with the ability to communicate correctly, coherently and successfully as internal auditors by means of written, oral and other persuasive methods. Successful candidates will hold in high regard their duty to contribute meaningfully to the development of the local and global society and economy.

This qualification will also impart advanced skills and competencies in numeracy management, literacy and articulation. The qualification is an ideal opportunity for professionals already working in internal auditing or other areas of business to expand their knowledge of internal auditing and the related fields mentioned above. It furthermore familiarises learners with the role and activities of the professional body of internal auditors, known as the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) and prepare them for the professional qualifications offered by the IIA both locally and internationally.

Career Opportunities

Candidates completing the Postgraduate Diploma in Internal Auditing will be able to further pursue the Professional Internal Auditor (PIA) designation offered by the IIA South Africa as well as the Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), which is an international designation, offered by the IIA Global. They will be able to fulfil capacities such as Chief Internal Auditor, Internal Audit Manager and Internal Audit Supervisors in the public and or private sector, either with in-house internal audit activities or as consultants. Due to their qualifications and the diverse business knowledge and experience gained while working as internal auditors, such individuals often take on management positions in other organisational departments/divisions.

Experienced internal auditors also become sought after members of audit committees and boards of directors.

Programme Outline

This qualification consists of compulsory modules at Level 8 totalling 120 Credits.
Compulsory Modules:

• Internal audit essentials, 15 Credits.
• Ethics and governance, 15 Credits.
• Risk management and Risk based internal auditing, 15 Credits.
• Information Technology (IT) auditing, 15 Credits.
• Managing the internal audit activity, 15 Credits.
• Internal Auditor’s role in fraud risk management, 15 Credits.
• Internal audit assurance engagements, 15 Credits.
• Business Communication Skills for Internal Auditors, 15 Credits