Auditing and Governance Risk and Compliance

Auditing Change Programmes and Projects

Major change programmes absorb large investments and carry high risk of failure. This course covers project and programme assurance: auditing business cases, governance, planning, risk management, benefits tracking, system implementations and post-implementation reviews, at the right points in the project life cycle.

5 days Classroom or live online English

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Why attend

From knowledge to real-world impact.

Audit adds most value during projects, not after they fail. You will learn to provide timely, constructive project assurance.

Workplace challenges

Professional Problems This Course Is Designed to Solve

The programme explores practical approaches to the following challenges. Results depend on how the learning is applied in your organisation.

Difficulty translating subject knowledge into practical workplace decisions.
Inconsistent approaches to the activities covered in the course outline.
Lack of a structured plan for applying and reviewing new skills.

Course methodology

How you will learn.

Project health check exercises, case studies of failed programmes, assurance planning and reporting practice.

Course objectives

What you'll take away.

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

Explain project assurance approaches
Audit business cases and governance
Assess plans, risks and controls
Review system implementation risks
Evaluate benefits tracking
Conduct post-implementation reviews

Target audience

Who should attend.

This course is suitable for:

Internal auditors
Project assurance professionals
PMO staff
Programme managers
Audit managers

Target competencies

Capabilities you will build.

Participants will develop competencies in:

Project assurance
Governance review
Risk assessment
Benefits review
Reporting

Course outline

Your learning journey.

A focused, practical outline with time to explore, apply and reflect.

Day 1Project Assurance

09:00–10:08Why audit projects
10:08–11:00Timing of assurance
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Timing of assurance (continued)
11:45–12:53Independence
12:53–14:00Exercise

Day 2Business Case and Governance

09:00–10:08Business case review
10:08–11:00Governance
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Governance (continued)
11:45–12:53Sponsorship
12:53–14:00Workshop

Day 3Planning and Risk

09:00–10:08Plans and estimates
10:08–11:00Risk management
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Risk management (continued)
11:45–12:53Health checks
12:53–14:00Exercise

Day 4Implementations

09:00–10:08System implementations
10:08–11:00Data migration
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Data migration (continued)
11:45–12:53Go-live readiness
12:53–14:00Case study

Day 5Benefits and Reviews

09:00–10:08Benefits tracking
10:08–11:00Post-implementation reviews
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Post-implementation reviews (continued)
11:45–12:53Reporting
12:53–14:00Action plan

The timings provided are estimates and may vary depending on the number of participants and the discussions taking place during the sessions. They are indicative only and do not constitute a binding commitment.

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Good to know

A few things to know.

How is the course delivered?

Our classroom programmes combine facilitated discussion, case studies, exercises and reflection. The precise format will be confirmed before enrolment.

Can you deliver this programme for our team?

Yes, you can enquire about a tailored programme. Share your goals, group size and preferred dates with our learning team.

Will I receive a certificate?

Participants who complete the programme receive a Smart Horizon certificate of attendance. Smart Horizon programmes are not externally accredited and do not award a professional qualification, licence or designation. Where a course title or outline refers to a professional certification (for example, AACE International's Certified Cost Professional), the programme supports learning and preparation only; the credential itself is awarded solely by the relevant professional body under its own application and examination requirements.

What should I confirm before booking travel?

Please confirm the session, exact venue, accessibility arrangements, fees and any visa requirements with the team before arranging travel. Tentative dates are not confirmed sessions.

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