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SUMMARY:Forensic\, Fraud and Internal Controls Workshop 2026 (Mandatory Training)
DESCRIPTION:INSTITUTE OF CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS OF KENYA\n(Established under the Accountants Act\, Laws of Kenya) \nForensic\, Fraud and Internal Controls Workshop 2026 (Mandatory Training)\nTheme: Strengthening Integrity\, Accountability\, and Resilience Through Forensic Insights and Internal Controls\nDate: 19th-20th August 2026\nTime: 9.00am-3.30pm\nDelivery Mode: Virtual\n(This is one of the mandatory trainings for Practicing Certificate consideration) \nOverview \nIn today’s fast-paced and complex professional environment\, the risk of fraud\, financial misstatement\, and governance failures has escalated across both public and private sectors. Organizations face operational\, financial\, and compliance challenges daily\, and even minor lapses in controls or ethical judgment can compromise organizational integrity\, reputation\, and stakeholder trust. For accounting\, audit\, finance\, and risk professionals\, proficiency in forensic accounting\, fraud detection\, and internal control frameworks is critical to ensuring organizational resilience. \nForensic insights and robust internal controls are no longer merely compliance tools—they are strategic enablers that help professionals detect irregularities\, prevent misconduct\, and maintain operational and financial accuracy. Professionals equipped with these skills can identify vulnerabilities in processes\, monitor critical systems\, and recommend interventions that strengthen governance structures. Modern digital technologies\, including data analytics\, AI-powered tools\, and continuous monitoring platforms\, have enhanced the ability to detect anomalies\, investigate suspicious transactions\, and prevent fraud before it escalates. \nA strong understanding of internal controls and forensic methodologies also promotes ethical decision-making and accountability. Professionals learn to navigate complex operational and financial landscapes\, maintain transparency\, and foster cultures that resist fraud and unethical behavior. Applied skills in transaction monitoring\, audit trails\, risk assessment\, whistleblower frameworks\, and investigative techniques ensure participants can contribute to an environment of trust\, resilience\, and accountability. \nThis two-day workshop blends practical exercises\, case studies\, and interactive discussions to provide participants with hands-on experience in forensic accounting\, fraud detection\, and internal controls. Delegates will explore real-world scenarios\, practice investigative and risk assessment techniques\, and discuss strategies for enhancing organizational integrity. The workshop also emphasizes collaboration\, ethical judgment\, and the application of technology in safeguarding financial and operational systems. \nIt is in recognition of the critical role of forensic accounting\, fraud awareness\, and internal controls in professional practice that the Institute has organized this workshop. The session is designed to enhance participants’ technical competence\, ethical awareness\, and practical skills to strengthen accountability\, governance\, and organizational resilience. \nThe workshop is designed to cover the following topics: \n\nFoundations of Forensic Accounting and Fraud Risk\n\n\nPrinciples\, purpose\, and scope of forensic accounting\nIdentifying common fraud schemes and red flags\nThe role of forensic accounting in organizational governance\n\n\nInternal Controls and Risk Mitigation\n\n\nDesigning\, assessing\, and strengthening internal control systems\nLinking controls to organizational objectives and compliance frameworks\nMonitoring mechanisms to prevent operational and financial breaches\n\n\nFraud Detection Techniques and Technology\n\n\nLeveraging data analytics\, ERP systems\, and continuous monitoring\nUsing AI and forensic software to detect irregularities\nCase studies demonstrating technology-driven fraud detection\n\n\nWhistleblowing\, Ethics\, and Accountability\n\n\nPrinciples and importance of whistleblower frameworks\nProtecting whistleblowers and promoting ethical decision-making\nLessons from real-life whistleblowing successes and failures\n\n\nApplied Forensic Case Studies\n\n\nScenario-based exercises to detect\, investigate\, and respond to fraud\nDeveloping mitigation strategies and risk response plans\nGroup discussions to reinforce practical learning\n\n\nStrengthening Governance and Networking with Forensic Awareness\n\n\nBoard and management roles in fraud risk oversight\nStrategies for promoting transparency\, accountability\, and ethical culture\nNetworking and peer collaboration to share experiences and practical insights\n\nTarget Audience \nThis workshop will be useful to all professional Accountants and those aspiring to join the profession \nContinuous Professional Development Units (CPD Units): \nMembers of ICPAK and reciprocating professional bodies will be awarded 10 CPD Units upon successfully attending the session. \nCost: \nCharges for the training will be Kes 10\,000/= which will cover workshop fees\, materials\, and e-certificates of attendance. \nOnline Booking: \nWe call on Seminar participants to note that booking for is available only online at www.icpak.com/events and will close two hours before the training session.  Delegates are reminded to note that online booking for training sessions is mandatory.   This is available either online at www.icpak.com/events  or on the ICPAK Live – A smart phone-based application that is available from google store. \nNational Industrial Training Authority (NITA) Reimbursement: \nThe Institute is registered as a trainer with National Industrial Training Authority. The Institute’s registration number is DIT/TRN/47. Participants who are registered levy contributors should apply to NITA for reimbursement of their fees. Please note that this is applicable for Kenyan citizens only and subject to NITA regulations. Remember that to qualify you should apply to NITA for approval prior to the date of the conference. Further details can be obtained from their website (www.nita.go.ke). \nFurther requests can be channeled to us via telephone calls on +254 719 074 100\,  or via email  to marketing@icpak.com. \nWe encourage members to regularly visit our website https://www.icpak.com for updates.
URL:https://www.icpak.com/event/forensic-fraud-and-internal-controls-workshop-2026-mandatory-training/
LOCATION:Virtual Delivery
CATEGORIES:Past Virtual Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Moscow:20260909T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Moscow:20261231T153000
DTSTAMP:20261009T170039
CREATED:20260108T155244Z
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SUMMARY:ISAs Workshop 2026 (Mandatory Training) 
DESCRIPTION:INSTITUTE OF CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS OF KENYA\n(Established under the Accountants Act\, Laws of Kenya) \nISAs Workshop 2026 (Mandatory Training)\nTheme: Enhancing Audit Quality Through Compliance with ISAs\nDate: 9th – 10th September 2026\nVenue: Virtual\nThis is one of the Mandatory training courses for practicing certificate consideration \nOverview \nThe global financial reporting environment is rapidly evolving\, placing increased emphasis on transparency\, accountability\, and compliance. International Standards on Auditing (ISAs)\, issued by the International Auditing and Assurance Standards Board (IAASB)\, provides a globally recognized framework that promotes the quality\, consistency\, and credibility of audit engagements. As stakeholders place greater reliance on audited financial statements\, the role of auditors in enhancing confidence in financial reporting and supporting informed decision-making has become increasingly important. \nThe audit profession continues to evolve in response to an increasingly complex business environment characterized by rapid technological advancements\, economic uncertainty\, changing regulatory expectations and heightened stakeholder demands. As organizations navigate these challenges\, auditors are expected to exercise greater professional skepticism\, apply sound professional judgment\, and respond effectively to emerging risks while maintaining compliance with auditing standards. \nThe growing use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)\, data analytics\, and other digital technologies is transforming the audit landscape\, creating new opportunities for improving audit effectiveness while also introducing additional risks and considerations. At the same time\, increased focus on fraud prevention\, business resilience\, accounting estimates\, going concern assessments and quality management has heightened expectations of auditors and audit firms. \nThis virtual workshop will provide participants with practical insights into key areas shaping the profession today\, including risk assessment\, fraud risk management\, technology-enabled auditing\, auditing accounting estimates and going concern assessments\, audit evidence and documentation\, audit reporting\, quality management\, and emerging trends influencing the future of auditing. Through technical presentations\, practical case studies\, and interactive discussions\, participants will enhance their understanding of ISAs and strengthen their ability to deliver high-quality audit engagements. \nKey Topics to be Covered \n\n Enhancing Audit Quality Through Effective Risk Assessment\n\n\nApplying ISA 315 (Revised) in identifying and assessing risks of material misstatement\nUnderstanding internal controls and significant risks\nPractical challenges and lessons from audit inspections\n\n\n Professional Skepticism and Fraud Risk Management\n\n\nAuditor responsibilities under ISA 240\nIdentifying fraud indicators and responding to fraud risks\nStrengthening professional judgment and skepticism\n\n\n Technology\, Artificial Intelligence and Data Analytics in Auditing\n\n\nLeveraging technology to improve audit effectiveness\nData analytics and technology-enabled audit procedures\nOpportunities and risks associated with AI in auditing\n\n\n Auditing Accounting Estimates and Going Concern Assessments\n\n\nKey requirements of ISA 540 (Revised) and ISA 570 (Revised)\nEvaluating management assumptions and judgments\nAddressing uncertainty in today’s business environment\n\n\n Obtaining Audit Evidence and Strengthening Audit Documentation\n\n\nApplying the requirements of the ISA 500 series\nCommon documentation deficiencies and inspection findings\nBest practices for maintaining high-quality audit files\n\n\n Audit Reporting and Communicating Matters that Matter\n\n\nForming audit opinions under the ISA 700 series\nKey Audit Matters (KAMs) and modified opinions\nEnhancing stakeholder communication through audit reporting\n\n\n Quality Management and Lessons from Audit Inspections\n\n\nPractical implementation of ISQM 1 and ISQM 2\nRoot causes of audit quality deficiencies\nBuilding a culture of quality within audit firms\n\n\n Emerging Trends Shaping the Future of Auditing\n\n\nSustainability reporting and assurance developments\nEvolving regulatory expectations\nFuture skills and competencies for auditors\n\nTarget Audience: \nThis course will be useful to professionals in the Audit and accounting sector with bias on assurance professionals and specifically:  \n\nSupervisors in external audit\, internal audit and compliance\nMid-level managers looking to enhance their auditing skills\nIndividuals responsible for overseeing audits or teams involved in auditing\nTax Practitioners and Tax Experts\nFinancial Controllers and Credit Managers\n\nContinuous Professional Development Units (CPD Units): \nMembers of ICPAK and reciprocating professional bodies will be awarded 10 CPD Units upon successfully attending the session. \nCost: \nCharges for the training will be Kes 10\,000/= which will cover workshop fees\, materials\, and e-certificates of attendance. \nOnline Booking: \nWe call on Seminar participants to note that booking for is available only online at www.icpak.com/events and will close two hours before the training session.  Delegates are reminded to note that online booking for training sessions is mandatory.   This is available either online at www.icpak.com/events  or on the ICPAK Live – A smart phone-based application that is available from google store. \nNational Industrial Training Authority (NITA) Reimbursement: \nThe Institute is registered as a trainer with National Industrial Training Authority. The Institute’s registration number is DIT/TRN/47. Participants who are registered levy contributors should apply to NITA for reimbursement of their fees. Please note that this is applicable for Kenyan citizens only and subject to NITA regulations. Remember that to qualify you should apply to NITA for approval prior to the date of the conference. Further details can be obtained from their website (www.nita.go.ke). \nFurther requests can be channeled to us via telephone calls on +254 719 074 100\,  or via email  to marketing@icpak.com. \nWe encourage members to regularly visit our website https://www.icpak.com for updates.
URL:https://www.icpak.com/event/isas-workshop-2026-mandatory-training/
LOCATION:Virtual Delivery
CATEGORIES:Past Virtual Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Moscow:20260916T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Moscow:20261231T153000
DTSTAMP:20261009T170039
CREATED:20260108T165940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260928T130412Z
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SUMMARY:Audit Managers and Supervisors Seminar 2026 (Mandatory Training)
DESCRIPTION:INSTITUTE OF CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS OF KENYA\n(Established under the Accountants Act\, Laws of Kenya) \nAudit Managers & Supervisors Seminar 2026 (Mandatory Training)\nDate: 16th -17th September 2026\nTime: 9.00am-3.30pm\nDelivery Mode: Virtual\nTheme: Enhancing Audit Quality\, Professional Judgment\, and Regulatory Compliance in a Changing Business Environment\n(This is one of the mandatory trainings for Practicing Certificate consideration) \nOverview \nAs expectations from stakeholders continue to increase\, new regulations\, technology\, and business risks continue shaping the auditing profession. It is\, therefore\, the responsibility of audit managers and supervisors to ensure that audits are planned\, performed\, and supervised according to both professional standards and regulations. \nWith recent developments in financial reporting\, quality management\, sustainability reporting\, data analytics\, and corporate governance\, audit engagements have become increasingly complicated. Firms are\, thus\, expected to improve their audit quality\, be more skeptical about their findings\, and adopt proper quality management systems. \nThe Audit Managers & Supervisors Seminar is structured as an obligatory training program designed to develop the skills and knowledge of audit practitioners that are essential in managing audit engagements efficiently. The seminar will offer a forum where the participants can discuss recent trends in audit practice\, share their experience\, and find ways to cope with emerging risks and quality issues. \nDelegates will learn about the application of the International Standards on Auditing (ISA)\, International Standard on Quality Management (ISQM)\, ethical considerations\, regulatory requirements\, and best practices in supervision of audit engagements in the ever-changing business world. \nObjectives \nThe aim of the seminar is to: \n\nDevelop knowledge about developments in audit and assurance standards.\nDevelop audit quality management and engagement supervision skills.\nEnsure professional\, ethical and regulatory compliance.\nDevelop risk assessment and professional judgment in audit engagements.\nProvide approaches to dealing with audit risks in an efficient manner.\nDevelop leadership and people management skills for effective engagement delivery.\n\nKey Topics \n\n\n\nDAY\nMODULE\nTOPICS\n\n\n\n\nDAY 1\nA.   Audit Quality Management and Regulatory Expectations\n·         Application of ISQM 1 and ISQM 2 standards. \n·         Analysis of underlying causes of audit deficiencies. \n·         Quality control monitoring and improvement processes. \n·         Implications from regulatory inspections for practitioners. \n·         Improvement of firm-wide quality management system.\n\n\nB.   Effective Audit Planning\, Supervision\, and Review \n \n·         Risk-based audit planning techniques. \n·         Supervisory responsibilities throughout the audit lifecycle \n·         Documentation and review requirements. \n·         Coaching and mentoring audit teams. \n·         Managing audit timelines and engagement budgets. \n \n\n\nC.   Professional Ethics and Independence\n·         Applying the IESBA Code of Ethics. \n·         Dealing with threats to independence and safeguarding. \n·         Professional skepticism and professional judgement. \n·         Ethical challenges in audit engagements. \n·         Addressing conflicts of interest and non-compliance issues.\n\n\n\nTarget Audience \nThis workshop will be useful to all professional Accountants and those aspiring to join the profession \nContinuous Professional Development Units (CPD Units): \nMembers of ICPAK and reciprocating professional bodies will be awarded 10 CPD Units upon successfully attending the session. \nCost: \nCharges for the training will be Kes 10\,000/= which will cover workshop fees\, materials\, and e-certificates of attendance. \nOnline Booking: \nWe call on Seminar participants to note that booking for is available only online at www.icpak.com/events and will close two hours before the training session.  Delegates are reminded to note that online booking for training sessions is mandatory.   This is available either online at www.icpak.com/events  or on the ICPAK Live – A smart phone-based application that is available from google store. \nNational Industrial Training Authority (NITA) Reimbursement: \nThe Institute is registered as a trainer with National Industrial Training Authority. The Institute’s registration number is DIT/TRN/47. Participants who are registered levy contributors should apply to NITA for reimbursement of their fees. Please note that this is applicable for Kenyan citizens only and subject to NITA regulations. Remember that to qualify you should apply to NITA for approval prior to the date of the conference. Further details can be obtained from their website (www.nita.go.ke). \nFurther requests can be channeled to us via telephone calls on +254 719 074 100\,  or via email  to marketing@icpak.com. \nWe encourage members to regularly visit our website https://www.icpak.com for updates.
URL:https://www.icpak.com/event/audit-managers-and-supervisors-seminar-2026-mandatory-training/
LOCATION:Virtual Delivery
CATEGORIES:Past Virtual Events,Virtual Symposiums
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