AI Governance and Risk Management for Internal Audit

Overview

This introductory course provides a clear, concise, step-by-step example of the fundamentals of how to import data into Alteryx, how to select and configure its tools to transform that data according to your needs, and how to export the cleaned-up version to an Excel workbook for further CPA-related calculations. It also introduces those new to Alteryx to frequently used technical terms and concepts, as well as how you can use Alteryx as a powerful complement to Excel to turbocharge your ability to produce CPA work products. In addition, this course covers the purposes and functionality of the various sections of Alteryx’s main screen, including the Canvas, the Tool Palette, the Configuration Window and the Results window. This and other foundational knowledge taught in the course will increase your ability to confidently and expertly use the program’s software tools. Finally, we’ll share numerous insights and commentary that pertain directly to CPAs and the kind of work we do. If you’ve wanted to learn about Alteryx and how it can boost your productivity and advance your career, this course is for you!

Highlights

Prerequisites

Work experience in auditing, or an introductory course in auditing.

Objectives

• Identify key governance structures, roles, and policies required to support ethical and compliant AI adoption within internal audit and financial services organizations.
• Recognize significant AI-related risks'including bias, drift, privacy, and explainability'and their implications for audit, risk, and compliance functions.
• Distinguish how frameworks such as NIST AI RMF, COSO ERM, and ISO/IEC 42001 support the assessment, prioritization, and oversight of AI risks across the AI lifecycle.
• Select appropriate controls, KPIs, and monitoring practices to evaluate AI governance effectiveness, including third-party and post-implementation oversight.

Notice

This is a self-study/on demand course offered by a 3rd party vendor and will NOT be accessible in the My Upcoming CPE section of the ISCPA website. Course access information will be emailed directly to you by CalCPA. The course expires one year from the purchase date. Format = Online Self-Study.