Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) Part 3 with Musa Shaikh

The Certified Internal Auditor Part 3 course with Musa Shaikh focuses on the internal audit function. Learn how to plan audit work, manage resources, review quality and communicate results. The 10 lectures also address action plans, risk acceptance and follow-up. Practice and mock examinations support revision.

Table of contents

• Course overview and audit example
• Ten-lecture study plan
• Course and certification questions

Certified Internal Auditor Part 3 skills

First, consider the purpose and resources of an audit function. Next, use risk information to help plan its work. Then, review how the function measures quality and performance. In addition, learn to communicate findings and monitor agreed actions. Finally, connect these tasks with sound professional judgement.

The CIA Part 3 course with Musa Shaikh brings these responsibilities together. For example, an audit plan needs both clear priorities and enough resources. Therefore, explain why work deserves attention and how the team can deliver it. Review changes in risk so the plan stays useful.

A practical reporting and follow-up example

Imagine an audit finds that staff can approve supplier payments without a second check. First, explain the finding and the risk it creates. Next, discuss a suitable action with the responsible manager. Then, identify who will act and when the action is due. In addition, decide what evidence will show that the change works.

At follow-up, a statement that the action is complete may need further evidence. Therefore, review the changed process and its results. If the issue remains, consider the remaining risk and the appropriate communication. Finally, keep a clear record of what you checked and what still needs attention.

Study prompt: What evidence would distinguish an action marked complete from an effective control?

Ten-lecture study roadmap

Build a focused revision routine

The programme includes 2 practice sessions and 3 mock examinations. First, read a scenario and identify the audit responsibility involved. Next, compare the available responses. Then, explain why your choice fits the facts. In addition, review errors against the relevant concept. Finally, use mock results to plan your remaining study.

This Certified Internal Auditor preparation supports CIA Part 3 study. Berkeley course completion and the official CIA designation have separate requirements. Review IIA certification guidance and the FAQs. Contact Berkeley to discuss learning options.