Fueling the Internal Audit Student Talent Pipeline: Perspectives from Educators and Practitioners
Report and Infographic
The Internal Audit Foundation, in partnership with Deloitte, conducted surveys of, and discussions with, internal audit hiring managers and collegiate educators on the profession’s talent pipeline. The collaboration resulted in Fueling the Internal Audit Student Talent Pipeline: Perspectives from Educators and Practitioners, a report that examines how to find and develop the next generation of internal auditors.
This report sought to:
- Evaluate factors that must be considered in identifying sources of new internal auditors and positioning the profession to attract skilled, passionate workers who will thrive in an ever-changing landscape.
- Consider the benefits of internships, factors that influence internship offerings, and strategies for cultivating student interest in internal audit.
- Explore preferred areas of study for new hires and how skillsets for auditors of the future are changing to encompass areas like data analytics, cybersecurity, and artificial intelligence.
Infographic:
The downloadable infographic presents a student pathway from classroom to career as well as showcases steps necessary for career growth in internal audit. Ideal for students or educators.
OnDemand Courses Available
- Data Literacy Certificate: A Journey to Data Analytics (7.8 hours)
- Assurance Engagement Communications (2 hours)
- Communication Basics (1 hour)
- Delivering Quality Audit Reports (1.4 hours)
- Introduction to Critical Thinking (1 hour)
- Introduction to Internal Auditing (1.4 hours)
- Introduction to the Engagement Process (1 hour)
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