Objectives:
• Equip participants with a comprehensive understanding of internal control principles and practices.
• Develop expertise in implementing effective internal controls for operational, financial, and managerial processes.
• Enhance skills in identifying and mitigating risks across various organizational functions.
• Provide insights into optimizing internal control frameworks to ensure compliance and operational efficiency.
• Foster a culture of accountability and transparency through robust internal control mechanisms.
• Empower participants to lead and manage internal control initiatives to drive organizational excellence.
Course Content:
Introduction to Internal Control
• Understanding the importance of internal control in organizational governance
• Overview of internal control frameworks and regulatory requirements
• Role of internal control in mitigating risks and achieving organizational objectives
Operational Internal Control
• Principles of operational internal control and its impact on business processes
• Identifying operational risks and designing control procedures
• Implementing internal controls for inventory management, procurement, and production processes
Financial Internal Control
• Key components of financial internal control systems
• Internal controls for financial reporting, budgeting, and expenditure management
• Ensuring accuracy, reliability, and compliance in financial transactions and reporting
Management Internal Control
• Role of management in establishing and maintaining internal control environments
• Implementing internal controls for decision-making, performance evaluation, and resource allocation
• Strategies for monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of management control systems
Risk Identification and Mitigation
• Techniques for identifying and assessing risks across organizational functions
• Developing risk mitigation strategies and control measures
• Integrating risk management practices into internal control frameworks
Compliance and Operational Efficiency
• Ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards
• Streamlining internal control processes to enhance operational efficiency
• Leveraging technology for automated internal controls and monitoring mechanisms
Leadership in Internal Control
• Building a culture of accountability, transparency, and ethical conduct
• Leadership strategies for promoting effective internal control practices
• Role of senior management in driving organizational excellence through internal control initiatives
METHODOLOGY
The training methodology integrates lectures, interactive discussions, collaborative group exercises, and illustrative examples. Participants will acquire a blend of theoretical insights and hands-on practical experience, emphasizing the application of learned techniques. This approach ensures that attendees return to their professional environments equipped with both the competence and self-assurance to effectively implement the acquired skills in their responsibilities.
DATE:
1ST BATCH: 28th – 30th Apr, 2025
2ND BATCH: 11th – 14th Nov, 2025
25, Queen street, Alagomeji Bus Stop, Yaba, Lagos