Internal Auditing in 2026: Skills That Actually Matter
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The Institute of Internal Auditors Presents: All Things Internal Audit In this episode, Mike Levy talks with Dan Fornelius about the skills internal auditors need in 2026 and how to deliver real advice, insight, and foresight that leaders value. They discuss earning a seat at the table, balancing advisory work with independence, aligning audit work to strategy, and how AI and analytics are transforming internal audit. The conversation highlights the shift toward strategic, insight-driven auditing and what auditors must do to stay relevant. HOST:, CIA, CRMA, CISSP CEO, Cherry Hill...
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Developing an Internal Audit Strategy
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The Institute of Internal Auditors Presents: All Things Internal Audit In this episode, Pamela Stroebel Powers and James Rose unpack the new , created to support Standard 9.2 in the Global Internal Audit Standards. They discuss why strategy is essential for internal audit functions, how it differs from the audit plan, and the importance of foresight, scenario analysis, and continuous development. They also explore the connection between strategy and performance measurement, and how these tools help internal auditors stay aligned with organizational objectives. HOST:, CIA, CGAP, CRMA,...
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Risk in Focus 2026: Three Trends Auditors Can’t Ignore
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The Institute of Internal Auditors Presents: All Things Internal Audit Deborah Poulalion and Brian Tremblay unpack the top three risks from the report: geopolitical uncertainty, digital disruption, and cybersecurity. They discuss why these risks are rising, how internal audit can approach “hard-to-audit” areas, and how to use Risk in Focus to drive stronger conversations with leadership. For a global perspective, read insights from audit leaders in the article HOST: Senior Manager, Research & Insights, The IIA GUEST: , CIA, CISA Vice...
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Auditing Extreme Weather Risk
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The Institute of Internal Auditors Presents: All Things Internal Audit Extreme weather is no longer a background variable; it’s a governance and resilience issue. In this special episode, Christine Janesko shares extended insights from her interviews for Internal Auditor magazine’s “” article. Hear expert perspectives on expanding risk lenses, adapting to climate-driven changes, and how internal audit can strengthen preparedness, communication, and continuity in a world of increasingly unpredictable weather. HOSTS: Associate Manager & Producer, Content...
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Fraud Podcast: Beer Below Deck
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All Things Internal Audit: Fraud Podcast "Beer Below Deck" Listen to The IIA’s Fraud Podcast, brought to you by The Fraud Podcast provides fictionalized accounts of real-world frauds featured in magazine’s Fraud department. In this episode, a harmless naval tradition and a single questionable requisition spiral into a costly cover-up. What starts as an attempt to boost morale becomes a lesson in how pressure, rationalization, and weak controls can turn minor misjudgments into major fraud. Access the full article Read the December issue Interested in more...
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The Profession at a Crossroads: Reinvent or Risk Irrelevance
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The Institute of Internal Auditors Presents: All Things Internal Audit In this episode, Brad Monterio and Tom McLeod take an unfiltered look at The IIA’s future. From transforming learning through AI and simulation to reimagining the Standards and global influence, they discuss what it takes to build a next-generation IIA; one defined by intelligent, integrated assurance, agility, and audacious thinking. HOST: , Executive Vice President of Learning, Licensing, and Sales, The IIA GUEST: , Former Chief Audit Executive and Chief Risk Officer; Global Assurance and AI Advisor KEY POINTS: ...
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Tales from the EQA Trenches
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The Institute of Internal Auditors Presents: All Things Internal Audit In this episode, IIA Quality Services advisors share firsthand experience conducting external quality assessments (EQAs) in alignment with The IIA's Global Internal Audit Standards. From the importance of governance structure and CAE engagement to navigating the Standards, this episode highlights what makes a high-performing audit function and where even seasoned teams can stumble. HOST: , CIA, CISA, CPA, CFE Director IIA Quality Services GUESTS: , CIA, CISA Lead Quality Advisor for IIA...
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Auditing the Hours: When Timekeeping Becomes a Trust Issue
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The Institute of Internal Auditors Presents: All Things Internal Audit In the episode, Jami Shine joins Colin May to expose the hidden risks behind payroll and overtime fraud, one of the most underestimated threats to organizational integrity. From toxic workplace cultures to “impossible days” and data-driven red flags, they uncover how emotional intelligence, analytics, and collaboration among internal audit, HR, and leadership can keep timekeeping honest and controls effective. HOST: , CIA, CRMA, CISA, CRISC, Corporate and IT Audit Manager, QuikTrip ...
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Human Capital Risk: What Every Auditor Should Know
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The Institute of Internal Auditors Presents: All Things Internal Audit In this episode, Mike Jacka and Yvette Adams talk about one of the most important, and often overlooked, risk areas — human capital management. From talent shortages and upskilling to culture, fraud, and AI, they unpack how people strategy connects directly to organizational success. Hear how auditors can assess workforce risks, build better relationships with HR, and ensure that governance around both people and technology keeps pace with change. HOST: , CIA, CPA Chief Creative Pilot, Flying Pig Audit,...
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Audit Committees & Internal Audit: Navigating the Age of AI
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The Institute of Internal Auditors Presents: All Things Internal Audit Carey Blakeman sits down with Marko Horvat to discuss how audit committees should rethink internal audit’s role amid disruption, data proliferation, and rapid technology shifts. From hidden risks and shadow AI to authority versus accountability, they unpack how boards can navigate change, embrace scenario planning, and prepare for the next disruption with confidence. HOST: , CPA, CIA Director of Corporate Governance Engagement, The IIA GUEST: , CPA Senior Vice President of Business Transformation, ELB...
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The Institute of Internal Auditors Presents: All Things Internal Audit
In this episode, Liz Sandwith, talks with Lauressa Nelson about the changes in The IIA's new Global Internal Audit Standards. They discuss how internal auditors can prepare for these changes, the challenges they may face, and practical strategies to ensure conformance by Jan. 9, 2025.
Guests:
Liz Sandwith, CFIIA, managing partner, Sandwith Internal Audit Services and a former member of the International Internal Audit Standards Board
- Introduction to the New Standards (00:00:02 - 00:00:23)
- Current State of Readiness (00:00:31 - 00:01:29)
- Challenges in Conformance (00:01:29 - 00:02:24)
- Strategies for Preparation (00:02:24 - 00:03:37)
- Behavioral Standards and Evidence (00:06:03 - 00:07:19)
- Purpose and Domain 1 (00:08:30 - 00:10:04)
- Governing the Internal Audit Function (Domain 3) (00:11:36 - 00:13:17)
- Internal Audit Strategy (Domain 4) (00:17:44 - 00:19:02)
- Quality Assurance and Improvement Program (QAIP) (00:25:04 - 00:26:57)
- Coordination and Reliance (Domain 5) (00:27:12 - 00:28:41)
The IIA Related Content:
Interested in this topic? Find more articles and resources to support internal auditors conforming to the new standards below:
Ethically Mastering the Global Internal Audit Standards
Navigating the Global Internal Audi Standards
- The IIA’s Two-Way Mapping Document
- Conformance Readiness Assessment Tool
- The IIA’s New Global Internal Audit Standards
- Liz Sandwith, “Ready to Conform,” Internal Auditor magazine, October 2024
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