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Certificate in IT Audit Execution

Certificate in IT Audit Execution

Develop the expertise to manage the full IT Audit life cycle

Please contact us to request more information about this program.

Overview

Prepare for your CISA designation and a host of career opportunities with a certificate program designed to help you develop the skills and experience needed to confidently execute an IT Audit from end-to-end.

What you will learn

In this part-time Certificate in IT Audit Execution, you will cover all aspects of IT audit cycles, preparing you to optimize your organization’s IT network performance. This program will prepare you to:

  • Recognize and review compliance with appropriate laws and regulations
  • Use current industry tools to recognize and apply appropriate IT audit best practices
  • Implement IT Audit lifecycle from planning, executing and reporting to management
  • Apply auditing and assurance concepts to real-world case studies
  • Assess various ethical predicaments as they pertain to the IT Audit profession
  • Develop effective internal and external relationships using influencing, communication, and consultative skills

Program Benefits

  • Covers the five domains of the Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) body of knowledge
  • Gain access to the official CISA® Review Questions, Answers & Explanations Database for the CISA Examination
  • Curriculum developed in collaboration with IT Audit experts
  • Develop your skills through experiential assignments and projects
  • Advance through the program with the same peer cohort and build your professional network
  • Complete the program in only six months

Format: Part-Time, blended
Delivery: Online coursework + required live-online sessions
Live Session Schedule: 3 weekends total (Sat & Sun)
Program Length: 6 months
Term Starts: Fall

 

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Career Potential

In our digital world, data and IT system integrity is at the top of everyone’s list of priorities. We know that the opportunities in this field are immense, with 75% of senior leaders struggling to find skilled IT auditors who can execute the thorough examinations they require to protect their business.

The learning outcomes you gain in this program, paired with your hands-on experience in IT Audit assurance, will put you ahead of the pack for your next job by proving your applied expertise to potential employers.

Professional Associations

Within the IT Auditing field, the Information Systems Audit and Control Association – ISACA® is one of the leading professional organizations. ISACA®’s Certified Information Systems Auditor® CISA® certification validates your skills and expertise in auditing, control and information security.

In order to earn the CISA designation, ISACA has additional requirements regarding application, admission, accreditation and membership. It is the responsibility of students to comply with all the requirements of ISACA for the CISA Designation. Students should contact ISACA directly for more information.

Get Hired for Jobs Like:
  • IT Internal Auditor
  • IT Audit Specialist
  • IT Audit Portfolio Manager
Gain These Cross-Functional Skills:
  • Analytical and Critical Thinking
  • Ethics and Decision Making
  • Logic and Problem Solving

Who should take this program?

The Certificate in IT Audit Execution is ideal for:
  • Professionals working in IT Operations or as an Internal or External Auditor
  • Professionals with experience in IT Operations, cyber security, finance, auditing, consulting and other fields

“The Certificate in IT Audit Execution prepares students to not only pass their CISA exam, but to execute a full IT audit with confidence, in just 6 months. I wish a program like this existed when I was starting out in my career.”

Arif Hameed – Senior Director, Client Security, Equifax (Advisory Council Member)

“Technology is impacting society like never before and job opportunities related to IT Audit are growing exponentially. This program will help develop competencies that match employer expectations, align with high-demand skills and maximize salary and growth potential.”

Baskaran Rajamani – Partner, Risk Advisory, Deloitte (Advisory Council Member)

“IT Audit is an evolving and growing field. The IT Audit Execution program is designed to address this challenge, and train professionals on emerging technology risks that matter, along with the real-world job skills needed to succeed in the workplace.”

Asif Mohammed – VP Risk, Performance and Technology, Richter; ISACA Toronto Chapter President; and Advisory Council Member

Enrolment Requirements

The Certificate in IT Audit Execution is a direct registration program. No application process is required; simply enrol in the session of your choice to get started.

Delivery Format

Part-Time – Blended

  • Courses combine a blend of live instruction via Zoom plus online learning. The online learning component is asynchronous.
  • Students should expect to dedicate approximately 8-10 hours of effort per course each week for readings, discussions boards, practice opportunities, and assignments.

Courses

Instructors

Eric Anastacio Cloud Computing Instructor

Eric Anastacio

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Zain Haq

Advisory Council

Nina Chow IT Audit Advisory Council

Nina Chow

Gerard Francis IT Audit Advisory Council

Gerard Francis

Arif Hameed IT Audit Advisory Council

Arif Hameed

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Sean C. Higgins

Gaurav Kumar Cybersecurity Fundamentals Instructor

Gaurav Kumar

Ran Lewin IT Audit Advisory Council

Ran Lewin

Asif Mohammed IT Audit Advisory Council

Asif Mohammed

Kartikeya Pandit IT Audit Advisory Council

Kartikeya Pandit

Baskaran Rajamani IT Audit Advisory Council

Baskaran Rajamani

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Technology Requirements for Remote/Online Courses

Please review the technology and software requirements you will need to access our courses remotely.

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