University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

Strategic Value and Leadership in Internal Audit

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University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

Strategic Value and Leadership in Internal Audit

Edward Rogowski
Andrew Dahle

Instructors: Edward Rogowski

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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
1 week to complete
at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Design and implement a high-performing internal audit strategy that aligns with organizational goals .

  • Evaluate and enhance internal audit processes and team performance by fostering talent development.

  • Communicate and influence effectively at all organizational levels by producing actionable audit reports.

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April 2026

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42 assignments

Taught in English

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There are 4 modules in this course

In this module, you will focus on the leadership responsibilities involved in managing an internal audit team and shaping its culture, performance, and long-term impact. You will examine how audit leaders build high-performing teams by aligning staffing, development, and communication practices with organizational risk and stakeholder expectations.

What's included

15 videos4 readings12 assignments1 discussion prompt1 plugin

This module builds your skills to assess risks and design the right internal controls to meet business needs, identify control issues that can impact the organization’s success, and drive meaningful improvements that strengthen organizational resilience. You will apply frameworks such as the COSO Internal Controls Integrated Framework to assess risk and controls, diagnose deficiencies, and help the business improve while considering ethical, cultural, and regulatory implications.

What's included

12 videos1 reading12 assignments

In this module, you will explore how internal audit leaders build future-ready functions that add strategic value in a rapidly evolving risk landscape. You will examine how audit teams can operate as trusted business advisors by aligning talent, technology, and audit strategy with organizational priorities.

What's included

10 videos1 reading10 assignments

This module strengthens your ability to lead a modern internal audit function that improves continuously, uses technology effectively, and remains aligned to evolving stakeholder expectations. You will examine how internal audit managers can apply the Global Internal Audit Standards to drive quality, establish meaningful performance measures, and use internal and external assessments to sustain credibility over time.

What's included

9 videos3 readings8 assignments1 plugin

Instructors

Edward Rogowski
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
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