The Institute of Internal Auditors Presents: All Things Internal Audit
In this episode, Lindsay Patterson speaks with Dennis Applegate about how internal audit education is shaping the future of the profession. From addressing the talent pipeline shortage to giving students hands-on experience with risk assessments and mock audit plans, Dennis Applegate shares how academic programs can inspire the next generation of internal auditors — and how professionals can get involved.
HOST:
Lindsay Patterson, CIA, CPA
Executive Vice President of Membership, Marketing & Communications, The IIA
GUEST:
Dennis Applegate, CIA, CPA, CMA, CFE
Associate Clinical Professor, Albers School of Business, Seattle University
KEY POINTS:
- Introduction and Pipeline Challenges [00:00-00:02:40]
- Applegates's Background and Teaching Experience [00:01:03-00:01:56]
- Declining Enrollment in Accounting and Internal Auditing [00:02:03-00:03:22]
- Integrating Internal Auditing into Business Curricula [00:03:22-00:04:44]
- Raising Awareness Beyond Accounting Programs [00:04:44-00:05:40]
- Internal Audit Course Objectives and Frameworks [00:05:58-00:07:52]
- Emphasizing Enterprise Risk Management [00:07:53-00:10:58]
- Hands-On Learning: Team Projects and Risk Assessments [00:10:58-00:14:37]
- Presenting to Hypothetical Audit Committees [00:14:37-00:16:16]
- Audit Plan Development and Risk Prioritization [00:16:16-00:18:49]
- Student Outcomes and Passing the CIA Exam [00:18:49-00:20:26]
- Career Paths in Internal Auditing and Risk Advisory [00:20:26-00:21:23]
- Advice for Universities and Professors [00:21:23-00:22:54]
- Broader Curriculum Benefits and Enrollment Growth [00:23:03-00:24:51]
- Closing Thoughts and Encouragement for Educators [00:24:51-00:25:34]
THE IIA RELATED CONTENT:
Interested in this topic? Visit the links below for more resources:
Visit The IIA's website or YouTube channel for related topics and more.
Follow All Things Internal Audit:
Apple Podcasts
Spotify
Libsyn
Deezer
