In the first year, you will explore the broad spectrum of disciplines within the auditing field. In the second year, you will deepen your understanding of managing technology projects, systems, information security and infrastructures. You will complete the programme by writing a thesis.
Get acquainted with the key perspectives on internal auditing, the internal auditor and the internal audit function.
Learn the fundamentals of IT and information systems, as well as the definitions, scope and significance of IT auditing.
Develop both oral and written communication skills to effectively communicate with various stakeholders about audit findings and recommendations.
Work on your persuasive skills and presentation techniques, and learn to handle conflicts and resistance.
Delve into models and concepts for strategy implementation. Learn to develop reference models to assess the design, management, and risk and other control systems of organisations.
Learn the principles of data science in auditing and learn how to independently develop a data-driven audit approach.
Get acquainted with the main topics on ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance).
Learn the fundamental principles, theories and relevant models within the field of Accounting Information Systems and discover how to design, analyse and evaluate systems and processes.
Develop your consulting skills to effectively communicate findings and recommendations to stakeholders.
Gain insight into the role of the external auditor, the content of financial audits and the potential forms of collaboration between the internal/IT auditor and the external auditor.
Apply the foundations, theories and models covered in AIS-IC Theory to real-world case studies.
Explore the legal aspects of IT and privacy and gain insights into transaction services, frauditing and algorithm assurance.
If you prefer not to take the full Master’s programme, you can choose individual modules instead. You can still opt for the full Master’s programme afterwards. Please contact us for more information.
If you are a registered accountant (RA), registered operational auditor (RO) or registered controller (RC), you can follow a tailored curriculum that allows you to obtain the RE certification within 1 to 1.5 years.
For all courses, we apply theory to understand practice (research-based teaching). We use insights from academic literature as the foundation to explain real-world cases.
You will be taught in small groups, providing ample opportunity to ask questions and discuss answers. You will also have the opportunity to engage in discussions with your fellow students and share professional experiences. Everyone shares their own business cases, and during group discussions, you will delve deeper into the material.