An Introduction to Combined Assurance

To help internal audit professionals understand and implement Combined Assurance within their organisations, minimising unnecessary overlap between assurance providers and saving time and resources.

Key Topics Covered in An Introduction to Combined Assurance

• Understanding AICA and its benefits
• Roles of management, internal and external assurance providers
• Implications for the Audit Committee
• The role of Internal Audit in Combined Assurance
• Guidance from the King Report
• Drafting a Combined Assurance plan including determining objectives, identifying sources of assurance over risks, identifying assurance gaps, and steps to start a successful programme

Key Outcomes

Participants will be able to establish a AICA baseline for their organisation, define objectives and expected benefits, approach other assurance providers, and communicate with and obtain sponsorship from key stakeholders.

Who Should Attend

Levels 2–4: Practicing internal auditors through to advanced senior auditors across all sectors.

Course Summary

Course: An Introduction to (AICA)

Presenter: IAPRO

Dates: 16–17 April 2026 (Face-to-Face)

Venue: Definitive Conferencing, Corner of Definitive Lane & Kruin Street, Harmelia, Isando

Duration: 2 Days | CPD Hours: 16

Contact: mduduzi@governanceacademy.co.za | 011 609 1761 Ext 403

Fees (excl/incl VAT):

• IIASA Member: R6,620 / R7,613
• IIASA Non-Member: R7,640 / R8,787