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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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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Moscow:20260930T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Moscow:20261231T153000
DTSTAMP:20261009T144535
CREATED:20260108T200811Z
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SUMMARY:Audit Staff Training-A Practical Approach (Mandatory Training
DESCRIPTION:INSTITUTE OF CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS OF KENYA\n(Established under the Accountants Act\, Laws of Kenya) \nAudit Staff Training-A practical Approach (Mandatory Training)\nTheme: Future-Ready Auditors: Enhancing Quality\, Innovation and Trust.\nDate: 30th September -1st October 2026\nTime: 9.00-15.30\nVenue: virtual\n(This is one of the mandatory trainings for Practicing Certificate consideration) \nOverview \nThe audit profession is undergoing unprecedented transformation driven by technological advancements\, evolving stakeholder expectations\, increasing regulatory scrutiny\, and the growing complexity of business transactions. Auditors are expected not only to provide assurance on financial information but also to navigate emerging risks\, leverage technology effectively and uphold the highest standards of professional judgment and ethical conduct. \nGlobally\, audit regulators and standard setters continue to introduce reforms aimed at strengthening audit quality and restoring public confidence in the profession. Recent developments such as the International Standards on Quality Management (ISQM 1 and ISQM 2)\, revisions to risk assessment and auditing standards\, increased focus on sustainability reporting and assurance\, and the adoption of advanced data analytics tools are reshaping audit methodologies and engagement practices. \nIn Kenya\, auditors operate within an increasingly complex environment characterized by heightened regulatory expectations\, digital transformation\, evolving reporting requirements\, and growing concerns over fraud\, cybersecurity threats\, and financial reporting quality. Recent corporate failures and governance challenges have further reinforced the need for robust audit processes\, enhanced professional skepticism\, and continuous capacity building among audit professionals. \nAs organizations embrace digital technologies and face new business risks\, audit staff must develop competencies that extend beyond traditional audit approaches. Skills in data analytics\, risk assessment\, fraud detection\, audit quality management\, and sustainability assurance are becoming essential for delivering high-quality audits that meet stakeholder expectations. \nThe Audit Staff Training Programme seeks to equip audit professionals with practical knowledge and emerging skills necessary to enhance audit quality\, strengthen professional judgment\, improve risk identification\, and effectively respond to the evolving demands of the profession. The programme will provide participants with insights into current auditing standards\, technological innovations\, fraud risk management\, and sustainability-related assurance considerations. \nKey Topics \n\n\n\nDAY\nMODULE\nTOPICS\n\n\n\n\nDAY 1\nA.   Risk-Based Auditing and Audit Planning\n·         Understanding the entity and its environment \n·         Identifying and assessing risks of material misstatement (ISA 315 Revised) \n·         Materiality considerations in audit planning \n·         Risk assessment procedures and documentation requirements \n·         Designing responses to identified risks (ISA 330) \n·         Practical case studies on risk-based auditing \n \n\n\nB.   Audit Quality Management and Professional Skepticism\n·         Overview of ISQM 1 and ISQM 2 requirements \n·         Establishing a culture of audit quality \n·         Professional skepticism and professional judgment \n·         Common audit deficiencies identified during inspections \n·         Root cause analysis and remediation of quality issues \n·         Enhancing audit engagement performance\n\n\nC.   Fraud Risk Assessment and Forensic Audit Techniques\n·         Auditor responsibilities relating to fraud (ISA 240) \n·         Fraud risk factors and red flags \n·         Lessons from recent corporate fraud cases \n·         Fraud detection techniques and investigative procedures \n·         Use of data analytics in fraud identification \n·         Documentation and reporting considerations.\n\n\nDAY 2\nD.   Technology\, Data Analytics and Artificial Intelligence in Audit\n·         Digital transformation of audit engagements \n·         Introduction to audit data analytics \n·         Computer-Assisted Audit Techniques (CAATs) \n·         Artificial Intelligence applications in auditing \n·         Cybersecurity risks and audit implications \n·         Future-ready auditing practices\n\n\nE.   Auditing Complex Areas of Financial Statements\n·         Auditing accounting estimates under ISA 540 (Revised) \n·         Revenue recognition challenges (IFRS 15) \n·         Auditing leases under IFRS 16 \n·         Impairment assessments and going concern considerations \n·         Related-party transactions and significant judgments \n·         Practical examples and common audit pitfalls \n \n\n\nF.   Sustainability Assurance and Effective Audit Reporting\n·         Overview of sustainability and ESG reporting requirements \n·         IFRS S1 and IFRS S2 implications for auditors \n·         Introduction to sustainability assurance engagements – ISSA 5000 \n·         Key Audit Matters (ISA 701) \n·         Communicating with those charged with governance \n·         Preparing clear\, concise and impactful audit reports\n\n\n\nTarget Audience: \n\nAuditors working in  accounting firms\, internal audit departments\, or as external auditors.\nIndividuals with a basic understanding of auditing principles who seek to deepen their knowledge of international auditing standards.\nAudit managers and team leads who need to ensure their teams adhere to ISA requirements.\n\n\nAccounting and finance professionals seeking to enhance their understanding of international auditing standards.\nAudit managers\, supervisors\, and directors.\nRegulatory and oversight bodies involved in auditing\, accounting\, and financial reporting.\nStudents pursuing qualifications in auditing and accounting  \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/audit-staff-training-a-practical-approach-mandatory-training-2/
LOCATION:Virtual Delivery
CATEGORIES:Mandatory Trainings,Virtual Symposiums
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Moscow:20261015T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Moscow:20261016T153000
DTSTAMP:20261009T144535
CREATED:20260716T184604Z
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SUMMARY:Risk Registers Development course (virtual option)
DESCRIPTION:THE INSTITUTE OF CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS OF KENYA\n(Established under the Accountants Act\, Laws of Kenya) \nRisk Register Development Course (Virtual option)\nTheme: From Identification to Action: A Practical Approach to Risk Register Development and Governance\nDate: 15th – 16th October 2026\nVenue: Virtual Delivery\nTime: 09.00am-03.30pm \nOverview \nOrganizations today operate in an increasingly dynamic and uncertain environment characterized by rapid technological advancement\, evolving regulatory requirements\, cybersecurity threats\, economic volatility\, environmental and social considerations\, and changing stakeholder expectations. These developments have elevated the importance of effective risk management as a critical component of good governance\, organizational resilience\, and sustainable performance. \nAt the heart of an effective risk management framework is the risk register\, a structured tool that enables organizations to identify\, assess\, prioritize\, monitor\, and respond to risks that may affect the achievement of strategic and operational objectives. A well-developed risk register provides management and oversight bodies with a clear view of the organization’s risk landscape\, promotes accountability through the assignment of risk ownership\, supports informed decision-making\, and strengthens organizational resilience. \nModern organizations increasingly recognize risk registers as more than compliance documents. When properly developed and maintained\, risk registers become strategic management tools that facilitate proactive risk identification\, assessment of risk significance\, evaluation of control effectiveness\, prioritization of key risks\, and monitoring of mitigation actions. Integration of risk registers within broader Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) frameworks further strengthens alignment between risk management activities\, organizational strategy\, performance objectives\, and risk appetite. \nDeveloping an effective risk register requires a systematic process that begins with risk identification and progresses through risk classification\, assessment\, prioritization\, response planning\, assignment of ownership\, monitoring\, reporting\, and periodic review. Organizations often face challenges in developing risk registers that accurately capture significant risks\, reflect changing business conditions\, and support informed decision-making. Consequently\, professionals responsible for governance\, finance\, audit\, compliance\, and risk management require practical skills to develop\, maintain\, and utilize risk registers as effective management and governance tools. \nProfessional accountants play a critical role in governance\, internal control\, risk management\, and organizational accountability. Their involvement in strategic planning\, financial stewardship\, compliance monitoring\, and assurance activities places them in a unique position to contribute to effective risk identification\, assessment\, monitoring\, and reporting processes. Global frameworks such as ISO 31000 and COSO Enterprise Risk Management Framework emphasize the importance of embedding risk-aware thinking throughout organizations to support sustainable value creation and preservation. \nIn line with its mandate to develop\, support\, and regulate the accountancy profession while promoting high standards of governance and professional excellence\, ICPAK has organized this practical course to equip participants with the knowledge\, tools\, templates\, and hands-on skills required to develop and maintain effective risk registers. Through practical exercises\, case studies\, and guided workshops\, participants will be taken through the complete risk register development process—from risk identification and assessment to mitigation planning\, monitoring\, reporting\, and continuous improvement. \nThe course is designed to cover the following topics:\n1. Foundations of Risk Management and Risk Registers\n• Understanding risk and its relevance to organizational performance and sustainability\n• Overview of Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) frameworks\n• Introduction to ISO 31000 and COSO ERM\n• The role of risk registers in governance\, accountability\, and resilience\n• Linking risks to organizational objectives and strategy\n2. Risk Identification and Classification\n• Risk identification methodologies and techniques\n• SWOT Analysis\, PESTLE Analysis\, brainstorming\, interviews\, and workshops\n• Process mapping and document reviews\n• Stakeholder engagement in risk identification\n• Classification of risks: strategic\, operational\, financial\, compliance\, reputational\, and emerging risks\n• Linking risks to organizational objectives and processes\n3. Risk Assessment and Prioritization\n• Principles of risk assessment\n• Qualitative and quantitative risk assessment approaches\n• Likelihood and impact assessment\n• Inherent risk versus residual risk\n• Risk scoring methodologies\n• Development and interpretation of risk matrices and heat maps\n• Risk appetite and risk tolerance\n• Prioritizing key organizational risks\n4. Risk Response and Risk Register Development\n• Risk treatment strategies:\n• Avoid\n• Reduce\n• Transfer\n• Accept\n• Evaluating existing controls and control effectiveness\n• Developing mitigation action plans\n• Assigning risk ownership and responsibilities\n• Structuring and documenting a risk register\n• Developing a complete risk register template\n5. Practical Workshop – Developing a Risk Register\n• Step-by-step development of a risk register\n• Risk identification and documentation exercises\n• Risk scoring and prioritization exercises\n• Developing mitigation actions and assigning ownership\n• Group case studies and practical applications\n• Peer review and facilitator feedback\n6. Monitoring\, Reporting\, and Dynamic Risk Registers\n• Monitoring and updating risk registers\n• Key Risk Indicators (KRIs)\n• Risk reporting to management and boards\n• Integration with internal controls and audit processes\n• Technology-enabled risk registers and Governance\, Risk and Compliance (GRC) tools\n• Emerging risks and continuous improvement \nThe course is designed to cover the following topics: \n\n Foundations of Risk Management and Risk Registers\n\n\nUnderstanding risk and its relevance to organizational performance and sustainability\nOverview of Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) frameworks\nIntroduction to ISO 31000 and COSO ERM\nThe role of risk registers in governance\, accountability\, and resilience\nLinking risks to organizational objectives and strategy\n\n\n Risk Identification and Classification\n\n\nRisk identification methodologies and techniques\nSWOT Analysis\, PESTLE Analysis\, brainstorming\, interviews\, and workshops\nProcess mapping and document reviews\nStakeholder engagement in risk identification\nClassification of risks: strategic\, operational\, financial\, compliance\, reputational\, and emerging risks\nLinking risks to organizational objectives and processes\n\n\n Risk Assessment and Prioritization\n\n\nPrinciples of risk assessment\nQualitative and quantitative risk assessment approaches\nLikelihood and impact assessment\nInherent risk versus residual risk\nRisk scoring methodologies\nDevelopment and interpretation of risk matrices and heat maps\nRisk appetite and risk tolerance\nPrioritizing key organizational risks\n\n\n Risk Response and Risk Register Development\n\n\nRisk treatment strategies:\nAvoid\nReduce\nTransfer\nAccept\n\nTarget Audience: \nRisk Managers and Compliance Officers\, Risk Champions\, CFOs\, Accountants and other interested professionals \nContinuous Professional Development Units (CPD Units): \nMembers of ICPAK and reciprocating professional bodies will be awarded 10 CPD Units upon successfully attending each of the sessions. \nCost:\nCharges for the training will be Kes 10\,000/= which will cover course 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 at marketing@icpak.com. \nWe encourage members to regularly visit www.icpak.com  for updates.
URL:https://www.icpak.com/event/risk-registers-development-course-virtual-option-2/
LOCATION:Virtual Delivery
CATEGORIES:Local Seminars,Virtual Symposiums
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