Internal Audit 2025 – State of the Union

In this session we will explore the whiplash effect of the Pandemic market downshifting, and where the profession is headed in 2025.  We will also examine some of the trends (such as the effect of AI and strategy alignment) within, and/or impacting, Internal Audit, and what it means for both Internal Audit departments and Internal Auditors at all levels.

Communicating with the Executive Tier

Communication skills are perhaps one of the most important skillsets for Internal Audit professionals. Your ability to master them will have a direct bearing on your ability to make a recognizable impact, as well as to your ability to rise up in the profession. 

In this session we will focus on the results from our latest Audit/Risk leadership survey – focusing specifically on communication with the executive tier.  You will hear detailed perspectives and insights from our interviews with 30 Audit/Risk leaders.  This session is relevant to those currently in Audit/Risk leadership, as well as those who aspire to get there.

Some areas to be covered:

• Efficiency and clarity
• Prioritization
• Translating from Audit-speak to C-speak
• Preparation
• Tips for managing the meeting
• Typical areas where less experienced Auditors get tripped up
• How young professions can develop these skills