14 Topics
5 Days
70 Sessions
Programme Overview
Training Description
Who Should Attend
Session Objectives
- Understand the purpose and types of project audits
- Master the project audit planning process
- Learn effective data collection techniques
- Identify and document project risks and issues
- Conduct objective and thorough project assessments
- Develop a project audit report with actionable insights
- Communicate audit findings to stakeholders
- Manage the post-audit follow-up process
- Use audits to foster continuous improvement
- Understand the ethical considerations in auditing
About the Course
The Eagle Eye: Mastering Project Audits Training Course equips professionals with the knowledge and practical techniques required to conduct effective project audits and assess whether projects are being managed in accordance with approved objectives, standards, policies, budgets, schedules, and governance requirements.Participants will learn how to plan and execute project audits, evaluate project performance, identify control weaknesses, assess risks, review documentation, verify compliance, and develop actionable recommendations. The course emphasizes how project audits can go beyond identifying problems to provide valuable insights that improve project governance, accountability, performance, and delivery outcomes.
Curriculum & Topics
14 Topics | 70 Sessions
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Workshop 1.1:
What is a project audit and its importance
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Workshop 1.2:
The difference between a project audit and a review
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Workshop 1.3:
The role of a project auditor
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Workshop 1.4:
Types of project audits (e.g., formal, informal)
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Workshop 1.5:
The benefits of regular project audits
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Workshop 2.1:
Defining the scope and objectives of the audit
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Workshop 2.2:
Creating a project audit charter
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Workshop 2.3:
Developing a detailed audit plan and schedule
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Workshop 2.4:
Assembling the audit team and roles
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Workshop 2.5:
The importance of stakeholder communication
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Workshop 3.1:
Identifying key project documents to review
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Workshop 3.2:
Conducting effective interviews with stakeholders
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Workshop 3.3:
Using surveys and questionnaires for data gathering
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Workshop 3.4:
Analyzing project data and performance metrics
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Workshop 3.5:
The importance of an unbiased approach
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Workshop 4.1:
Evaluating project schedules and timelines
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Workshop 4.2:
Assessing project budgets and financial health
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Workshop 4.3:
Reviewing resource allocation and utilization
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Workshop 4.4:
Measuring project quality and deliverables
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Workshop 4.5:
The use of key performance indicators (KPIs)
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Workshop 5.1:
Reviewing the project's risk management plan
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Workshop 5.2:
Assessing the accuracy of the risk register
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Workshop 5.3:
Identifying unmanaged risks and issues
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Workshop 5.4:
Evaluating the effectiveness of mitigation strategies
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Workshop 5.5:
The auditor's role in risk identification
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Workshop 6.1:
Reviewing the stakeholder engagement plan
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Workshop 6.2:
Assessing the effectiveness of communication channels
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Workshop 6.3:
Identifying communication gaps and issues
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Workshop 6.4:
Evaluating stakeholder satisfaction and alignment
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Workshop 6.5:
The importance of transparent communication
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Workshop 7.1:
Assessing compliance with project methodology
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Workshop 7.2:
Evaluating the project's governance structure
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Workshop 7.3:
The role of the PMO in project oversight
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Workshop 7.4:
Checking for adherence to organizational policies
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Workshop 7.5:
Identifying process inefficiencies
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Workshop 8.1:
Reviewing the project's quality management plan
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Workshop 8.2:
Assessing the quality of project deliverables
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Workshop 8.3:
Checking for compliance with quality standards
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Workshop 8.4:
The importance of continuous quality improvement
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Workshop 8.5:
The use of quality checklists and metrics
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Workshop 9.1:
The structure and content of a professional audit report
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Workshop 9.2:
Writing clear, concise, and objective findings
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Workshop 9.3:
Providing actionable and practical recommendations
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Workshop 9.4:
The importance of an executive summary
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Workshop 9.5:
Creating visualizations to support data
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Workshop 10.1:
Tailoring the presentation for different audiences
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Workshop 10.2:
Communicating sensitive information effectively
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Workshop 10.3:
Handling difficult questions and pushback
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Workshop 10.4:
The importance of being a trusted advisor
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Workshop 10.5:
Focusing on solutions, not just problems
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Workshop 11.1:
The role of the project team in follow-up
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Workshop 11.2:
Creating a corrective action plan
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Workshop 11.3:
The importance of monitoring progress
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Workshop 11.4:
Closing out the audit and lessons learned
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Workshop 11.5:
The role of the PMO in implementing changes
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Workshop 12.1:
The importance of impartiality and objectivity
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Workshop 12.2:
Maintaining confidentiality and trust
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Workshop 12.3:
Handling conflicts of interest
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Workshop 12.4:
Professional integrity and accountability
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Workshop 12.5:
The auditor's code of conduct
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Workshop 13.1:
Using project management software for audits
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Workshop 13.2:
Data analytics tools for deep analysis
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Workshop 13.3:
Specialized audit software
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Workshop 13.4:
The importance of a centralized document repository
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Workshop 13.5:
Creating custom templates and checklists
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Workshop 14.1:
The unique challenges of auditing Agile
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Workshop 14.2:
Auditing Agile ceremonies and artifacts
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Workshop 14.3:
Assessing team velocity and sprint performance
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Workshop 14.4:
The importance of Agile principles in the audit
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Workshop 14.5:
Adapting traditional audit techniques for Agile
