Public Sector Auditing Course in Saudi Arabia
Master public sector governance and ethics
Deep dive into public sector auditing roles
Learn INTOSAI standards and principles
36 hours of extensive training
Flexible learning options
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Overview
What our training includes:
- Prepares for good governance, accountability, and ethics in the public sector
- Develops insights into public sector auditing and governance roles
- Imparts of INTOSAI standards and principles
- Enhances auditing and governance skills
- Explores public sector audit fundamentals and legislation
- Equips with professional standards for credible auditing
- Updates on the latest legal changes and techniques in public audits
Upcoming sessions
Curriculum
1
Introduction
1
Public Sector Auditing / Government Auditing
1
Types of Auditing
1
Auditing: Public Sector vs Private Sector
1
Audit Opinions & Audit Reports
1
Auditing Standards
1
INTOSAI-P - 1 The Lima Declaration
2
INTOSAI-P - 10 Mexico Declaration on SAI Independence
3
INTOSAI-P - 12 The Value & Benefits of SAIs- Making Difference to the Lives of Citizens
4
INTOSAI-P - 50 Principles of Jurisdictional Activities of SAIs
1
ISSAI 100 - Fundamental Principles of Public Sector Auditing
2
ISSAI 130 & Code of Ethics
3
ISSAI 140 & Quality control for SAIs
4
ISSAI 200 & Financial Audit Principles
5
ISSAI 300 & Performance Audit Principles
6
ISSAI 400 & Compliance Audit Principles
7
ISSAI 2000 Application of the Financial Audit Standards-International Standards Auditing (ISAs)
8
ISSAI 3000 & Performance Audit Standard
9
ISSAI 4000 & Compliance Audit Standard
1
Peer Review Guidelines
2
Guidance on Financial, Performance and Compliance Auditing
3
Guidance on Audit of International Institutions
4
Guidance on Audit of Information Systems
5
Guidance on Environmental Auditing & Sustainable Development
6
Guidance on Audit of Public Debt, Assets and Policies
7
Guidance on Performance Audit of Privatization
8
Guidance on Good policies related to SAIs Independence & Transparency
Meet your Trainer
Dr. Srinivas, PhD., MSc., MBA, LLB, CMA, CPA, PMP
Dr. Srinivas Reddy is a skilled Corporate Trainer with a solid finance background and diverse credentials. He delivers effective learning solutions for finance and accounting teams, specializing in financial, cost, and tax accounting.
Dr. Reddy, a resourceful trainer, creates engaging and effective learning environments. He is dedicated to assessing training needs and closely monitors progress to provide relevant guidance, boosting participants' skills and productivity.
Dr. Reddy is not just a corporate trainer; he’s also deeply involved in community service. His commitment to both personal and professional growth makes him stand out.
Core Competencies:
- Exceptional competency in the finance domain
- Outstanding communication & presentation skills
- Strong teaching proficiency
- Expertise across different verticals
Professional Qualifications:
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA), The American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, U.S.A
- Certified Management Accountant (CMA), The Institute of Management Accountants, USA
- Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), Association of Fraud Examiners, USA
- Certified Cost Accountant (ICWA), The Institute of Cost and Works Accountants of India, India
- Project Management Professional (PMP), Project Management Institute
Meet your Trainer
Mr. Kashif Husein
Mr. Kashif is a management consultant with over 20 years of experience in corporate governance, risk management, and finance compliance. His expertise has helped many organizations succeed in the UAE and worldwide. As a Chartered Accountant, he specializes in process auditing, internal controls, and investment management.
His visionary approach has earned him international accolades, including the “Communicator of the Year” award. Mr. Kashif uses various teaching methods to engage students and help them reach their full potential both in and out of the classroom.
Core Competencies:
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for organizational improvement
- Proficient in process auditing, internal controls, and financial management
- Ability to develop and implement strategies that drive business growth
- Experience in change management and organizational transformation
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- Ability to advise on investment management and financial planning
- Skilled in conducting market research and competitive analysis
- Strong project management and team leadership capabilities
Professional Qualifications:
- Partner at NSKT Global, Dubai
- Group Internal Audit Manager at Mohammad Omar Bin Haider Holding Group, Dubai
- Head of Internal Audit at Dulsco, UAE
- Head of Risk & Internal Audit at Bukhatir Group, Sharjah
- Group Internal Auditor at Al Abbas Group, Dubai
- Senior Auditor at KPMG, Dubai
- Semi Senior at Deloitte, Saudi Arabia
- Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
- Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)
- Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)
- Certified in the Governance of Enterprise IT (CGEIT)
- COBIT 5 Certified
Learning Outcomes
Upon finishing the course, you will be able to:
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Understand public sector auditing frameworks
2
Learn widely used auditing standards (INTOSAI) and principles
3
Discover the latest legal changes and techniques in public audits
4
Master current standards for conducting public audits
5
Develop audit reports based on findings for public sector entities
6
Evaluate performance information of public sector entities
7
Enhance knowledge of ethics in public sector auditing
KHDA Certificate
Earn a KHDA attested Course Certificate. The Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) is the educational quality assurance and regulatory authority of the Government of Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
Learners Point Certificate
Earn a Course Completion Certificate, an official Learners Point credential that confirms that you have successfully completed a course with us.
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Frequently asked questions
Our Public Sector Auditing training in Saudi Arabia helps participants develop skills to evaluate financial records, compliance and operational efficiency within government organisations. It encompasses the different kinds of auditing, auditing standards, INTOSAI principles and many more. You’ll learn comprehensive audit practices—covering risk assessment, audit planning, sampling, evidence collection, analytics, and report preparation—tailored to Saudi legal and regulatory frameworks.
You'll connect common audit methods to public-sector requirements, appropriation controls, and procurement regulations. We outline INTOSAI-related methodologies for compliance and performance audits, standards of evidence for legislative review, and ways to measure programme outcomes outside of finances. Practical exercises show how to apply control testing to grants, capital projects, and service delivery, enabling you to design and carry out audits that meet statutory requirements from the start.
Our course demystifies the audit cycle and teaches you how to assess risk, controls, and performance like auditors do. You'll be able to produce audit-ready documentation, establish measurable KPIs, and monitor remediation plans. Risk register, control matrix, and response letter checklists help you prepare for review without disrupting operations, turning audit results into targeted improvements in efficiency, compliance, and citizen outcomes.
Upon course completion, participants will:
1. Understand public sector auditing standards
2. Master risk assessment and management techniques
3. Become proficient at conducting financial, compliance and performance audits.
4. Develop competencies in reporting audit findings effectively
A few of the most-sought public sector auditing jobs available for our certified professionals are:
1. Audit Managers
2. Internal Auditors
3. Auditing Consultants
4. Auditing Directors
5. Audit Executives
As governments are turning to audit professionals to ensure compliance with financial control standards, great career options are opening up. The rapid growth of the Gulf region is fuelling demand for auditing professionals, especially in the public sector. This can lead to a bright future and impressive job prospects for public-sector auditing professionals.
Our training in Saudi Arabia is aimed at professionals in the public sector wanting to enhance their proficiency in auditing principles and practices. It is ideal for:
1) Government Controller
2) Government Auditors
3) Public Sector Auditors
4) Government Audit Department Staff
5) Supreme Audit Institutions (SAIs) Staff
6) Auditor General Office Staff
7) Auditor General (C&G) Staff
There are no specific pre-requisites required to enrol in our training program. However, relevant working experience in the field of audit in the public sector, administration or government will be an added advantage.
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