Mastering the Machine: Auditing AI: The Basics

09/12/2024

10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Online

Summary

This course provides a comprehensive introduction to AI technologies, effective use of ChatGPT prompts, and best practices for internal auditors in managing AI-related risks and governance.

Learning Objectives

In this session, participants will learn:

The fundamentals of AI technologies and options
How to effectively evaluate AI systems and technologies
Considerations for internal auditors and AI best practices, including for risk management and governance

Session Outline

Fundamentals of AI
- Learn the key concepts and terminology related to AI, including machine learning, neural networks, and natural language processing
- Gain insights into various AI technologies and their applications
Auditing AI Systems and Technologies
- Learn techniques for assessing the accuracy, reliability, and robustness of AI models
- Understand the importance of data integrity and quality in AI systems
AI Best Practices
- Understand the role of AI in risk management, including identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks associated with AI implementations
- Learn about governance frameworks and best practices for overseeing AI initiatives
- Learn techniques for creating clear, specific, and effective prompts to get the best responses from ChatGPT

Deadline to Register: September 5, 2024

Cost: Members $75, Non-members $150, Students $25

CPE: 2

Learning Level: Beginner/Intermediate

Field: Auditing/Information Technology

Format: Virtual - Zoom

Elizabeth McDowell CPA, CIA
Founder, Audit Forward

Elizabeth McDowell, CPA, CIA has nearly 20 years of audit experience and is the founder of Audit Forward, an innovative internal audit consulting and training firm. Elizabeth is passionate about advancing and advocating for the internal audit profession and was recently recognized as one of the 2023 Internal Audit Beacons by Richard Chambers. Elizabeth makes auditing and training fun (no, really!) with the help of her mascot, Audie the Internal Otteror. In addition to training and consulting, Elizabeth is an adjunct Professor of Accounting at Front Range Community College.

Elizabeth’s most recent industry experience was at Achieve, where she was Sr. Director, Audit Strategy; prior to that, she held internal audit leadership roles at Elevations Credit Union, Fidelity Investments, and Xcel Energy after first starting her career at Ernst & Young.

Elizabeth prides herself on bringing agile audit techniques to organizations. Elizabeth is a dynamic, engaging, and enthusiastic public speaker who presents virtually and in-person to IIA chapters, Association of Certified Fraud Examiner chapters, governmental groups, and more. Read more about Elizabeth here: https://www.auditforward.com