FOIAFEB26 Fundamentals of Internal Auditing Online - February 2026
Fundamentals of Internal Auditing Online -2025

Fundamentals of Internal Auditing Online -2025
This module is the fourth in the GradCertIA course. Completion of Modules 1, 2 and 3 is a pre-requisite for undertaking this Module.
Professional in Practice is the capstone program of the Graduate Certificate in Internal Auditing. As such, it aims to provide opportunities for candidates to demonstrate the application of knowledge and skills that will enable them to make high level, independent judgements in planning, conducting and evaluating an internal audit in accordance with the IPPF.
This module will cover the following major topics:
(a) Influence and communication
(b) Leadership and teamwork
(c) Conflict resolution.
This module is the second in the Graduate Certificate of Internal Audit course. Completion of Module 1 is currently a pre-requisite for undertaking this Module.
Module 2 aims to develop candidate knowledge and understanding of the broader environment (legal, regulatory and economic) in which Australian organisations operate and the respective risks from fraud and possible ethical issues.
This module will cover the following major topics:
(a) Ethics
(b) Regulatory and legal environment
(c) Fraud
(d) Economic environment.
This module is the third in the Grad Cert IA course. Completion of Modules 1 is currently a pre-requisite for undertaking this Module. Module 3 aims to build candidates’ knowledge and understanding of the systems and processes used to manage an effective business.
This module will cover the following major topics:
(a) Information Technology
(b) Financial Management and Accounting.
This module is the fourth in the GradCertIA course. Completion of Modules 1, 2 and 3 is a pre-requisite for undertaking this Module.
Professional in Practice is the capstone program of the Graduate Certificate in Internal Auditing. As such, it aims to provide opportunities for candidates to demonstrate the application of knowledge and skills that will enable them to make high level, independent judgements in planning, conducting and evaluating an internal audit in accordance with the IPPF.
This module will cover the following major topics:
(a) Influence and communication
(b) Leadership and teamwork
(c) Conflict resolution.
This module is the entry point to the GradCertIA course and must be completed as a pre-requisite for the later modules. It aims to assist you in developing a range of relevant technical skills and a thorough knowledge of the International Professional Practices Framework (IPPF), which provides direction with respect to internal audit matters. This foundation knowledge is required in order to successfully progress to the later modules which make up the remainder of the course of study.
This module is the third in the Grad Cert IA course. Completion of Modules 1 is currently a pre-requisite for undertaking this Module. Module 3 aims to build candidates’ knowledge and understanding of the systems and processes used to manage an effective business.
This module will cover the following major topics:
(a) Information Technology
(b) Financial Management and Accounting.
This area of the online learning portal is for all student currently enrolled in the GradCertIA.
This module is the entry point to the GradCertIA course and must be completed as a pre-requisite for the later modules. It aims to assist you in developing a range of relevant technical skills and a thorough knowledge of the International Professional Practices Framework (IPPF), which provides direction with respect to internal audit matters. This foundation knowledge is required in order to successfully progress to the later modules which make up the remainder of the course of study.
This module is the entry point to the GradCertIA course and must be completed as a pre-requisite for the later modules. It aims to assist you in developing a range of relevant technical skills and a thorough knowledge of the International Professional Practices Framework (IPPF), which provides direction with respect to internal audit matters. This foundation knowledge is required in order to successfully progress to the later modules which make up the remainder of the course of study.
Forum for those approved into the CIA Challenge Exam.
The Professional Certificate Legal, Regulatory & Societal Landscape aims to develop candidate knowledge and understanding of the broader environment (legal, regulatory and economic) in which Australian organisations operate and the respective risks from fraud and possible ethical issues.
This module will cover the following major topics:
(a) IPPF and application of topical requirements
(b) Ethics and Professionalism in Assurance
(c) Compliance and Regulation
The module is one of four in the building blocks of the Professional Certificate.
This self-paced course provides internal auditors with a comprehensive and practical understanding of finance, accounting, and management accounting principles essential for effective audit planning and organisational decision-making.
Participants will develop a strong conceptual understanding of finance and accounting practice, along with key management accounting concepts and techniques essential for the effective operation of a business organisation. The program introduces the structure and purpose of financial statements, provides tools for analysing financial performance, and builds foundational knowledge in management accounting. Participants will also explore how accounting and finance principles support organisational decision-making and how financial information informs the identification of finance-related risks and the planning of internal audit activities.
The Professional Certificate Legal, Regulatory & Societal Landscape aims to develop candidate knowledge and understanding of the broader environment (legal, regulatory and economic) in which Australian organisations operate and the respective risks from fraud and possible ethical issues.
This module will cover the following major topics:
(a) IPPF and application of topical requirements
(b) Ethics and Professionalism in Assurance
(c) Compliance and Regulation
The module is one of four in the building blocks of the Professional Certificate.
This self-paced course provides internal auditors with a comprehensive and practical understanding of finance, accounting, and management accounting principles essential for effective audit planning and organisational decision-making.
Participants will develop a strong conceptual understanding of finance and accounting practice, along with key management accounting concepts and techniques essential for the effective operation of a business organisation. The program introduces the structure and purpose of financial statements, provides tools for analysing financial performance, and builds foundational knowledge in management accounting. Participants will also explore how accounting and finance principles support organisational decision-making and how financial information informs the identification of finance-related risks and the planning of internal audit activities.
Please choose three electives from the Tier 2 specialisation - IT
Cybersecurity Assurance
ICT Governance, risk and Control Frameworks
Understanding AML/CTF
Sustainability and Resilience
Contract Management
The Professional Certificate comprises of 9 mandatory components as well as your choice of 3 electives within your choice of specialisation in one of 4 tiers: Assurance, IT, Public Sector, and Leadership and Governance.
Welcome to Tier 1 (Assurance)
Please select and complete three of the following elective units.
The Professional Certificate Legal, Regulatory & Societal Landscape aims to develop candidate knowledge and understanding of the broader environment (legal, regulatory and economic) in which Australian organisations operate and the respective risks from fraud and possible ethical issues.
This module will cover the following major topics:
(a) IPPF and application of topical requirements
(b) Ethics and Professionalism in Assurance
(c) Compliance and Regulation
The module is one of four in the building blocks of the Professional Certificate.
Professional in Practice aims to provide opportunities for candidates to demonstrate the application of knowledge and skills that will enable them to make high level, independent judgements in planning, conducting and evaluating an internal audit in accordance with the IPPF.
This module will cover the following major topics:
(a) Influence and communication
(b) Leadership and teamwork
(c) Conflict resolution.
This course contains information on professional membership and a quiz to transition to professional membership.
Auditor to Analyst Training: Beginner Level
Effective Interviewing for Internal Auditors
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