An Interactive 5-Day Training Course

Audit Report Writing and Standards Compliance

06 - 10 Jul 2026
Dubai
| $5950

Introduction

Audit reports serve as vital tools for communicating findings and recommendations to management and stakeholders, directly influencing decision-making and performance improvement. However, many auditors face challenges in producing clear, accurate reports that comply with professional standards and regulatory requirements.

This training course from GLOMACS focuses on developing report-writing skills in alignment with best practices and international standards including the International Professional Practices Framework (IPPF) and ISO 19011.

  Upon completion, participants will be able to produce effective audit reports that meet regulatory requirements and strengthen confidence among senior management and stakeholders. The training course will also enhance overall audit quality through precise, actionable reporting.

Key Learning Outcomes

By completing this training course, participants will be able to: 

Training Methodology

Through the training course the participant will have Interactive Lectures, Expert-led discussions on IIA standards, Case Studies– Real-world scenarios from auditing practice, Group Workshops, Role-Playing Exercises – Simulated ethical decision-making, and group Discussions – Critical thinking on gray-area issues. 

Audit Report Writing and Standards Compliance

Who Should Attend?

Organizations will gain: 

  • More accurate audit reports reflecting true risk and control status 
  • Improved management decisions  based on clear, actionable recommendations 
  • Stronger standards compliance with local/international regulations 
  • Enhanced internal audit credibility  with senior stakeholders 
  • Reduced errors/misinterpretations  from unclear reporting 

Learning Journey Breakdown

  • The strategic role of audit reports 
  • Governing international standards (IPPF, ISO 19011) 
  • Components of effective reports 
  • Distinguishing observations from recommendations 
  • Workshop: Analyzing sample audit reports 
  • Crafting impactful executive summaries 
  • Objectively documenting audit findings 
  • Formulating actionable recommendations 
  • Using visuals (tables/charts) to enhance clarity 
  • Practical exercise: Drafting report sections 
  • IIA reporting requirements 
  • Financial reporting alignment (IFRS/GAAP) 
  • Operational reports and policy linkages 
  • Non-compliant report examples 
  • Identifying reporting deficiencies
  •  Workshop and case studies
  • Self-review techniques 
  • Managing stakeholder feedback 
  • Resolving disputes over findings 
  • Report peer review 
  • Handling sensitive reports
  • Workshop and case studies
  • Regulatory reporting for external bodies 
  • Proactive/analytical audit reporting 
  • End-to-end report development
  • Technology in reporting (AI tools)
  • Workshop and case studies
  • Final assessment & certification 

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