delivery
Classroom & Virtual
duration
2 days
enrolled students
9,999
overview
Course Overview
Financial auditors must know many concepts, techniques, control frameworks, and remain knowledgeable despite the many changes occurring in the marketplace and their profession. The Financial Audit Essentials course makes this process easier and ensures auditors can obtain needed information quickly and accurately. We also help participants looking to enhance their resume to enrol with industry associations such as the National Association of Credit Managers that provide membership affiliations.
Learning Outcomes
- Define the purpose and types of financial audits.
- Explain the role of the auditor in the financial reporting process.
- Understand the generally accepted auditing standards (GAAS).
- Apply audit procedures to assess internal controls and audit risks.
- Identify and respond to potential audit risks, including fraud.
- Prepare audit working papers and document audit evidence.
- Formulate and express an audit opinion on the financial statements.
- Communicate effectively with audit teams and stakeholders.
Curriculum
Fundamentals of Financial Auditing
Audit Planning and Risk Assessment
Fundamentals of Financial Auditing
Internal Controls and Documentation
Audit Evidence and Sampling
Fraud Detection and Professional Ethics
Reporting and Communication
Fundamentals of Financial Auditing
Definition and Purpose of Financial Auditing
Key Concepts: Materiality, Assurance, Independence
The Role of Auditing in Corporate Governance
Audit Planning and Risk Assessment
Importance of Planning in Auditing
Developing an Audit Plan
Risk Assessment Techniques
Fundamentals of Financial Auditing
Definition and Purpose of Financial Auditing
Key Concepts: Materiality, Assurance, Independence
The Role of Auditing in Corporate Governance
Internal Controls and Documentation
Understanding Internal Controls
Documentation Requirements
Audit Evidence and Sampling
Types of Audit Evidence
Techniques for Gathering Evidence
Sampling Methods in Auditing
Fraud Detection and Professional Ethics
Recognizing Signs of Fraud
Strategies for Fraud Detection
Professional Ethics in Auditing
Ethical Dilemmas and Decision-Making Scenarios
Reporting and Communication
Components of the Audit Report
Communicating Audit Findings
who attends
Right For You
Participants enrolling for this programme will be required to have basic computing skills. Participants who meet the programme requirement should pay the course fee and complete the enrollment form 2 weeks before the programme kick off date.
Requirements:
- Experienced individuals who manage financial audit activities in diverse fields
- Working professionals seeking to change career, job or industry to finance related field
- Individuals who meets the requirements and intend on starting a career in finance
- Mid to senior-level executives in any sector
Prospective applicants who do not meet the programme requirement but want to join the programme should talk to a Career Advisor.
Key Program Features
Training
The Financial Audit Essentials training approach employs hands-on learning, which imparts the skills required for specific job roles.
Internship & Projects
The Financial Audit Essentials course provides up to 4 months of internship while working on real work projects, which adds expertise and verifiable work references in the resident country.
Career Development
The Financial Audit Essentials course assists participants in securing a job through the development of a professional profile and job prospecting.
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course schedule
The Schedule For This Course
Piston and Fusion offer the Course as Classroom in Lagos and Virtual Online Class in other states in Nigeria. See dates and fees for classroom and virtual online class.
Classroom
Weekdays
Dates:
7th Oct – 8th Oct, 2025
Days:
Tue & Wed
Time:
8:30am – 4pm
Duration:
2 days
Weekends
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Virtual
Weekdays
Dates:
7th Oct – 8th Oct, 2025
Days:
Tue & Wed
Time:
8:30am – 4pm
Duration:
2 days
Weekends
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What It Will Cost
Piston and Fusion offer the Course as Classroom in Lagos and Virtual Online Class in other states in Nigeria. See dates and fees for classroom and virtual online class.
₦190,000
₦240,000
₦270,000
₦320,000
Standard
₦190,000
Virtual Only
Course Materials
Certificate
Manual, Cases & Templates
Mentorship
-
Refreshment
-
Perks
-
-
Additional Services
-
-
₦190,000
₦240,000
₦270,000
₦320,000
Standard Plus
₦240,000
Virtual Only
Course Materials
Certificate
Manual, Cases & Templates
Mentorship
3 Months
Refreshment
-
Perks
-
-
Additional Services
CV & LinkedIn Profile Development
Exam Application (Only for Certification courses)
₦190,000
₦240,000
₦270,000
₦320,000
Professional
₦270,000
Classroom & Virtual
Course Materials
Print & PDF
Certificate
Manual, Cases & Templates
Mentorship
-
Refreshment
Teabreak & Lunch
Perks
Souvenir
Notepad & Pen
Additional Services
-
-
₦190,000
₦240,000
₦270,000
₦320,000
Professional Plus
₦320,000
Classroom & Virtual
Course Materials
Print & PDF
Certificate
Manual, Cases & Templates
Print & PDF
Mentorship
3 Months
Refreshment
Tea Break & Lunch
Perks
Souvenir
Notepad & Pen
Additional Services
CV & LinkedIn Profile Development
Exam Application (Only for Certification courses)
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Ready to Join the Course?
This programme is designed for executives tasked with igniting innovation within their organisations, or who seek to create innovative solutions to a major challenge.
How to Apply:
- Check the website to select a course of choice and fee.
- Pay the registration fee and tuition to P&F account domiciled at First Bank
- DETAILS Account Name: Piston & Fusion Ltd Account Number: 2015242578 Bank: First Bank of Nigeria
- Send your name, phone no, email, training location, amount paid & proof of payment to fees@pistonandfusion.org
- Complete the enrollment form ONLY AFTER PAYMENT
- CASH PAYMENTS ARE NOT ALLOWED, ALL PAYMENTS MUST BE MADE TO THE COMPANY’S ACCOUNT.
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FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, we may be able to reschedule your course. Please contact our customer support team for more information and to discuss your specific request.
Upon successful completion of the course, you will receive a certificate showing that you completed the course.