EPW Training runs external audit and financial audit training courses in Dubai for external audit staff, financial accountants, controllers and finance managers who prepare for or support statutory audits. The main course, Financial Audit and External Audit Practices, covers the audit of financial statements from engagement to audit opinion. Related courses cover IFRS, reading financial statements, risk-based auditing, audit reporting and fraud. Every course lasts five days, is taught in person in Dubai, and starts about twice a month.
What the external audit course covers
- Day 1: external audit responsibilities, independence and accepting the engagement
- Day 2: planning, materiality and risk assessment
- Day 3: audit procedures and evidence
- Day 4: auditing significant balances and judgements
- Day 5: completion, the audit report and communicating with those charged with governance
Choose the right course
- External and financial audit: Financial Audit and External Audit Practices, Risk Based Auditing and Internal Controls and Audit Report Writing and Communication Skills.
- Financial reporting: International Financial Reporting Standards IFRS in Practice and Financial Statements Interpretation and Ratio Analysis.
- Fraud: Fraud Detection and Prevention Techniques and Anti Fraud Controls and Investigative Techniques.
- For managers: Audit Principles and Practices for Managers.
Who should attend
- External audit staff and audit seniors
- Financial accountants, controllers and finance managers
- Staff who prepare the company for its statutory audit
- Internal auditors who want to understand external audit methods
Why train in Dubai
Dubai is a short, direct flight from the Gulf, Africa and Europe, which makes it easy to bring a team together from several countries. The courses are practical, built around audit cases and discussion of real audit judgements.
Frequently asked questions
How long are the external audit courses in Dubai?
Each course runs for five days, in person in Dubai, and starts about twice a month.
What do I need to know before the course?
You should be familiar with financial statements and basic accounting.
Is this a professional audit qualification?
No. They lead to an EPW Training certificate of completion. They are not an ACCA, CPA or other professional qualification.
Do you also run internal audit courses?
Yes. See internal audit and quality audit training courses in Dubai.
How much does a course in Dubai cost?
Five-day courses in Dubai are currently listed at 6,640 GBP or 7,370 GBP, depending on the course. The exact fee is shown next to every date on each course page. Travel, accommodation, meals and visa fees are not included.
Do I get a certificate?
Yes. Everyone who completes a course receives an EPW Training certificate of completion.
Can a course run for our team only?
Yes. Any of these courses can be delivered in-house, in Dubai or at your own premises. Contact EPW for group pricing and dates.
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