Special Workshop for Auditors

We heard you, dear Auditors. It’s time for an event specially designed for you!

Over these two days our team of three auditors discuss and share their experiences auditing EU-funded programmes over the past 20 years. Participants will gain a thorough understanding of today’s roles and responsibilities of the Audit Authority (AA) and its relationship with the other major stakeholders from the management and control systems, the European Commission, the European Court of Auditors and the European Anti-Fraud Office (OLAF), amongst others.

The aim is to be as practical and hands-on as possible. We will not get lost in technicalities, we will just make sure you are able to interpret them and put them to good effect in the conduct of your audit work, today and in the future.

This event also includes the EUFUNDINGMALTA EXPEDITION, a a day trip to several EU-funded projects across Malta.

Key Learning Objectives

• Understanding the Assurance Framework: Participants will acquire a comprehensive grasp of the principles and mechanisms underlying the Assurance Framework.

• Defining Roles and Responsibilities: The course will clarify the distinct roles and responsibilities of the AA, MA, IB, EC, and ECA within the framework.

• Examining Audit Strategy: We will discuss the essential components of an audit strategy, including its minimum contents and the approach to be taken by the AA in developing and updating it.

• Mastering Systems Audits: The course will provide in-depth knowledge of the key requirements for conducting effective systems audits, with a focus on practical application through workshops.

• Understanding Operations Audits: Participants will explore the methodologies and best practices for conducting audits of operations, including interactive sessions with case studies and quizzes.

• Conducting Sampling Methodology: Participants will learn about various sampling techniques used.

• Preparing Annual Control Reports: The course will cover the essential elements of annual control reports and the process of drafting them.

• Understanding Audit Report Writing: Participants will learn how to write effective audit reports that communicate findings clearly and constructively.

• Promoting Proactive Engagement: The course will emphasize the importance of building strong relationships with stakeholders and maintaining open communication channels.

• Exploring the Future of Auditing: Participants will discuss emerging trends and challenges in the field of auditing, including the impact of artificial intelligence.

Target Audience

This course is primarily aimed at individuals involved in the auditing process, including:

• Audit Authority Staff

• External Auditors

• Managing Authority Staff, with interest in audit matters

• Implementing Body Staff, with interest in audit matters

• Government Officials

• EU institutions