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Auditing Corporate Governance

An Interactive 5-Day Training Course

Auditing Corporate Governance

Assessing How Your Business is Directed and Controlled

NASBA
Classroom Schedule
Date Venue Fees
04 - 08 May 2026 London $ 5,950
29 Jun - 03 Jul 2026 Dubai $ 5,950
31 Aug - 04 Sep 2026 London $ 5,950
02 - 06 Nov 2026 Dubai $ 5,950
28 Dec - 01 Jan 2027 Amsterdam $ 5,950
18 - 22 Jan 2027 New York $ 7,950
22 - 26 Mar 2027 Dubai $ 5,950

Course Summary

Corporate Governance is a vital part of contemporary business, combining regulatory compliance with organisational performance and strategic assurance. Many organisations struggle to ensure that their governance systems are effective because internal audit teams often have not thoroughly assessed these processes. This course provides essential tools and best-practice techniques, aligned with guidance from the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA), to audit the broad and complex field of corporate governance effectively. The Auditing Corporate Governance training course enables professionals to assess governance risks, evaluate controls, and ensure compliance with regulatory frameworks while enhancing organisational control and board-level assurance.

Throughout the five-day schedule, participants will explore governance audit preparation, audit committee evaluation, IT governance, ESG considerations, and technology compliance. Emphasis is placed on understanding governance maturity, risk perspectives, and effective audit methodologies that support organisational transparency and resilience. The Auditing Corporate Governance training course equips attendees with the confidence to conduct thorough governance audits and provide senior leadership with meaningful insights that enhance organisational governance structures and outcomes.

Skills & Competencies

From this Auditing Corporate Governance training course, participants will develop the following key skills and competencies:

  • Corporate governance audit methodology
  • Governance risk assessment
  • Regulatory compliance evaluation
  • IT and ESG governance auditing
  • Audit planning and scoping
  • Reporting and assurance communication

Key Learning Outcomes

At the end of Auditing Corporate Governance training course, you will learn to:

  • Describe corporate governance requirements and practices.
  • Explain how to prepare and plan for a governance audit.
  • Review and evaluate key aspects of governance.
  • Clarify how to audit governance-related activities and controls.
  • Discuss how to audit IT governance and regulatory compliance.

How You Will Learn

Learning unfolds through a blend of practical techniques, interactive scenarios, and applied audit frameworks tailored to governance. Participants explore recognised audit approaches, interpret governance risks, and examine methodologies drawn from international standards and IIA guidance. Emphasis is placed on translating audit principles into actionable practices that strengthen governance evaluation and assurance outcomes.

Who should Attend?

This training course supports professionals involved in governance, audit, risk, and assurance functions who are responsible for evaluating and enhancing governance performance.

This Auditing Corporate Governance training course is suitable to a wide range of professionals but will greatly benefit:

  • Lead auditors
  • Senior auditors
  • Audit managers and aspiring audit leaders
  • Assurance providers seeking governance insights
  • Managers needing broader governance comprehension
Course Outline
Day 1

The Corporate Governance Requirements

This day introduces the fundamentals of corporate governance and outlines key governance controls and assessment techniques. Participants will explore the business environment and how governance impacts organisational control. The topics covered will include:   

  • The key aspects of corporate governance
  • Governance assessment techniques
  • The business environment
  • Analysing and assessing the effectiveness of governance controls
  • Combating fraud
Day 2

Preparing for the Governance Audit

This day focuses on preparatory steps for a governance audit, including scoping, understanding the IIA, and evaluating risk management processes. Participants examine fundamental audit planning elements. The topics covered will include:

  • The Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA)
  • Scoping a governance audit
  • The need for governance audit of the board
  • Risk management
  • Auditing the overall risk management process
  • Evaluating risk appetite
Day 3

Reviewing the Key Aspects of Governance

This day addresses the key governance components such as audit committees, reputation management, CSR, ESG, and sustainability audit. Participants explore how these areas influence audit outcomes. The topics covered will include:

  • Auditing the audit committee
  • Auditing reputation
  • Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)
  • Environment Social Governance (ESG)
  • Sustainability and environment audit
Day 4

Auditing Other Key Governance Activities

This day examines additional governance areas, including IT governance and the use of audit frameworks in evaluating complex governance structures. Participants discuss partnerships and continuity planning. The topics covered will include:   

  • Auditing IT governance (IIA guidance)
  • IIA global technology audit guides
  • Use of audit frameworks
  • Auditing joint ventures and partnerships
  • Auditing business continuity planning
Day 5

Auditing Technology Governance and Regulatory Compliance

This day focuses on technology controls, information management governance, and communication methods within audit settings. Participants will explore ongoing governance evaluations. The topics covered will include:  

  • Reviewing key controls over technology
  • Assessing management information governance
  • Communication internally and externally
  • Ongoing evaluations
Certificates
  • On successful completion of this training course, GLOMACS Certificate will be awarded to the delegates.
  • Continuing Professional Education credits (CPE): In accordance with the standards of the National Registry of CPE Sponsors, one CPE credit is granted per 50 minutes of attendance.
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Customisation & In-House Delivery

Delivering this training course in-house enables organisations to customise governance audit practices to their specific governance frameworks, regulatory environments, and risk landscapes. Tailored delivery allows internal audit, risk, and compliance teams to address actual organisational challenges while strengthening assurance capabilities and audit effectiveness.

Why Choose Saudi GLOMACS?

Saudi GLOMACS is the official Saudi Arabian division of GLOMACS International (glomacs.com), delivering internationally recognised training courses both within Saudi Arabia and across international locations. Our training courses are aligned with the highest professional and institutional standards, supported by a strong understanding of the professional landscape in Saudi Arabia and access to global expertise.

Saudi GLOMACS enables professionals and organisations to strengthen leadership, capability, and long-term excellence through consistently high-quality learning experiences.

Official Saudi Presence

Official Saudi Arabian division of GLOMACS with established global credibility.

International Benchmarks

Internationally benchmarked training courses aligned with professional best practices.

Trusted Across Sectors

Trusted by professionals and institutions across public and private sectors.

Flexible Delivery

Training courses delivered within Saudi Arabia and across international locations.

Additional Benefits of this course for Organisations and Professionals in Saudi Arabia

Organisations & Professionals in KSA will have the following additional benefits from this Auditing Corporate Governance training course:

  • Enhanced governance audit capability
  • Improved regulatory compliance assurance
  • Stronger risk and control evaluation
  • Better audit communication with leadership
  • Heightened confidence in complex governance areas
  • Increased organisational transparency and resilience
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Frequently Asked Question

No. Saudi GLOMACS delivers courses in Saudi Arabia and internationally, including delivery across Europe and Asia. This allows organisations and professionals to access training both locally and abroad.

No. While governance and leadership are part of the portfolio, Saudi GLOMACS delivers training across the entire business and professional lifecycle, including administrative, technical, legal, regulatory, and sector-specific training.

No. Our training courses are delivered globally through international locations and online platforms, enabling participants from Saudi Arabia and around the world to learn together. This global delivery approach ensures exposure to diverse perspectives, international best practices, and cross-cultural insights while maintaining strong relevance to regional and organisational needs.

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Yes. Saudi GLOMACS designs and delivers bespoke in-house training tailored to organisational objectives, sector requirements, and workforce needs. Training can be delivered in Saudi Arabia or internationally, depending on requirements.

Yes, in-house and customised strategy training courses are available to support organisations seeking tailored strategic capability development. These courses can be aligned with your industry context, organisational challenges, and long-term strategic objectives.

For further details or to discuss customisation requirements, you may call or WhatsApp +966 (54) 286 8546 or email info@glomacs.sa . You can also submit a detailed enquiry through our in-house training page at: https://sa.glomacs.com/in-house-seminars

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Courses delivered in Saudi Arabia are adapted to reflect local regulatory frameworks, organisational structures, sector conditions, and professional expectations. This ensures training is relevant, practical, and aligned with Saudi workplace realities.

GLOMACS has been delivering professional training for over thirty years, with courses delivered across Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and other international markets.

Saudi GLOMACS combines three decades of global training experience with a clear focus on Saudi market relevance. This allows it to deliver training that is both internationally credible and locally applicable, across a broader range of disciplines than niche or single-focus providers.

Saudi GLOMACS is a Saudi-based professional training provider delivering courses tailored to the Saudi market and applicable internationally. It operates within the global GLOMACS framework and draws on more than three decades of international training experience.

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Training supports professionals across all career stages, from operational roles to specialist and senior responsibilities.

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