Interviewing for Auditors
Description
This self study course will give you the confidence to handle any audit interview with professionalism and ease. Parker walks you through every stage of the process from planning and scheduling interviews to building rapport, asking insightful questions, and documenting results. You will learn how to read nonverbal cues, keep discussions focused, and create an atmosphere of trust that encourages open communication. The course also explains how interview techniques differ during fraud inquiries and connects each concept to relevant GAGAS and AICPA standards. Whether you are conducting a routine performance audit or investigating potential fraud, you will gain the practical skills and confidence to conduct interviews that yield credible and well documented evidence.
Course Objectives
Learn techniques to build trust, rapport, and professionalism during audit interviews
Recognize the qualities, behaviors, and body language that make interviewers effective
Apply questioning strategies that encourage open discussion and meaningful responses
Understand how to classify and document testimonial evidence according to audit standards
Strengthen your ability to detect fraud risks and conduct purposeful, well-structured interviews
Program level: Basic
Instructional method: E-Book
Category of study: Auditing (Governmental)
Who should attend: Government Auditors
CPE Credit Hours: 6
Instructor: Parker Skaats, CPA
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