Overview 

Resources are an issue for most internal audit department – and this is particularly true for small audit shops. This course is designed to equip professionals in small internal audit shops with the knowledge and tools necessary to effectively manage their unique challenges. Participants will explore practical strategies for maximizing limited resources, building stakeholder relationships, and delivering impactful audits. The course emphasizes scalable best practices tailored for smaller audit teams, aligned with the latest IIA Standards of 2025.

• Understand the specific challenges and opportunities faced by small internal audit shops.
• Develop resource-efficient audit plans that align with organizational priorities.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders to enhance audit impact.
• Utilize technology and tools to streamline audit processes and maximize efficiency.
• Apply IIA Standards of 2025 in the context of small audit teams.

Who should attend?

This course is designed for:

• Audit managers overseeing small internal audit shops.
• Internal auditors working in small teams or sole practitioners.
• Professionals seeking to optimize internal audit processes in resource-constrained environments.

Course description

• Defining the role and value of internal audit in small organizations.
• Developing a risk-based audit plan with limited resources.
• Building collaborative relationships with stakeholders to enhance audit credibility.
• Leveraging technology and data analytics in small audit environments.
• Best practices for reporting and follow-up in resource-constrained settings.
• Aligning small audit team practices with IIA Standards of 2025

Trainer bio

Daniel Lebel, CPA, CIA, CCSA, CGAP, CFSA, CRMA
President, Centre for the innovation in audit international Inc.

Daniel is a Chief Audit Executive with experience in several private and public organizations over the last years. With more than 25 years of experience in internal audit in various sectors (Information technology, pharmaceutical, higher education, aerospace and transport), he is now a professional trainer and consultant in USA, Canada, the Middle East, Asia and Africa.

He is also a recognized speaker on internal audit trends and innovations and is a regular guest at the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) annual international conference. Over the years, he has provided guidance to more than 4,000 Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) candidates. 
Former member of the Board at IIA Canada, he is now a Board member at Humanity and Inclusion Canada and sits on the Audit Committee at Handicap International (NGO who received the Nobel Peace Prize in 1997).