It is the responsibility of the professional internal auditor to ensure that an organisation has processes and strategies in place to effectively manage areas such as risk, governance and process control. A certified internal auditor will be able to offer a professional, competent service to all types of organisations including private companies, public entities, government institutions as well as NGOs. Auditing and consulting firms also look for internal auditors to join their workforce.
Choosing to study the IIE Postgraduate Diploma in Internal Auditing is an investment in a very exciting future career. This postgraduate diploma is aimed at professionals already employed in internal audit jobs, or those in a finance and business environment who wish to enhance their knowledge and skills.
Internal auditors are responsible for key elements and accounting functions within an organisation. Auditors bring a highly disciplined and organised approach to evaluating business functions such as operations, compliance, controls, risk and safeguards.
An internal audit career is ideally suited to individuals who can work independently and who enjoy following objective approaches to analysing and assessing complex challenges. Internal audit standards are stringent and are an essential part of keeping businesses, organisations and NGOs compliant and above board.
The IIE Postgraduate Diploma in Internal Auditing will impart advanced skills and competencies in numeracy management, literacy and articulation. It will furthermore familiarise you with the role and activities of the professional body of internal auditors, known as the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) and prepares them for the professional qualifications offered by the IIA both locally and internationally.
If you are seeking a career that is highly specialised and much sought after the globally, then pursuing a career in internal auditing is ideal. If you have experience or an interest in the professional practice of internal auditing as well as the competency to manage internal audit activities and perform internal audit assurance and consulting engagements, we recommend you study the IIE Postgraduate Diploma in Internal Auditing with Emeris.
There is a host of career opportunities available to individuals who specialise in this field including:
After completing the IIE Postgraduate Diploma in Internal Auditing, you can pursue the Professional Internal Auditor (PIA) designation offered by the IIA South Africa, as well as the Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) designation, offered internationally by IIA Global.
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Duration: 2 years part-time
Postgraduate Diploma
NQF Level: 8
Credits: 120
School: School of Finance and Accounting
Internal auditing is a specialised skill which is greatly in demand within South African businesses as well as international organisations. It is important because it keeps organisations accountable and ethically sound. While studying this qualification, you will learn how to conduct an internal audit, write a meaningful report on an internal audit or related project, solve complex challenges while working in teams and identify and address ethical issues within given scenarios.
More specifically, the qualification will equip you with specialised knowledge in internal auditing, IT governance and auditing, fraud risk management, business governance, ethics and strategy, performance management and risk management.
Successful candidates will understand the importance of contributing meaningfully to the development of both local and global society and economy.
This qualification is available over a two-year period of full-time study and aims to deliver competent professionals who can assist in addressing the current skill shortage of internal auditors nationally and internationally. To gain entry, the minimum requirement is an appropriate HQF Level 7 Bachelor’s degree which includes at least an accounting or auditing module at third year level.
If you are interested in applying for the IIE Postgraduate Diploma in Internal Auditing, more information can be found here.
When studying the IIE Postgraduate Diploma in Internal Auditing or any other qualifications with Emeris, you will learn in an enhanced environment which focuses on creating competent professionals able to operate in both global and local contexts.
Emeris offers a unique learning experience with skilled lecturers and subject matter experts that providing both practical and theoretical training to prepare you for real life business situations. Qualifications are designed for both school leavers and working professionals across a wide range of industries.
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You will benefit from knowing that we meet international standards too.
Emeris is accredited as an International Higher Education Institution by the British Accreditation Council (BAC) since 2014. This affirms the international comparability of our standards. The BAC is an independent authority in the United Kingdom that accredits private providers globally, including institutions in Greece, Switzerland, Singapore, India, Mauritius and the United Arab Emirates.
As an accredited institution, Emeris is monitored regularly by the BAC and is responsible for maintaining compliance with its standards. In 2017 and 2021, we retained our BAC accreditation and status as an International Higher Education Institution. This demonstrates our commitment to world class standards and assures students of the value of their qualifications.
Locally and internationally, we have proven the quality of what we offer.
Emeris students can be confident that their learning experience meets international best practice standards. For more information, visit www.the-bac.org.
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Formed by the strategic evolution of The IIE's Varsity College, IIE MSA, Vega and
the School of Hospitality and Service Management, uniting under the Emeris name.
Emeris is an educational brand of The Independent Institute of Education (Pty) Ltd which is registered with the Department of Higher Education and Training as a private higher education institution under the Higher Education Act, 1997 (reg. no. 2007/HE07/002). Company registration number: 1987/004754/07. View certificate here.
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