The Data Detective: Actionable Analytics for Internal Auditors

Overview

This seminar is part of the 2026 Internal Audit Series. Seminars may be purchased individually, or save when purchasing the bundle webinar package.

Highlights

• Understand what data analytics is and what it isn't
• Learn how to get started - what data exists and how clean it is, what tools are available, and what are the goals?
• Understand what analytics can be performed in audit planning
• Use planning analytics to drive testing strategy in fieldwork
• Identify "quick win" data analytics that can improve all parts of the audit process
• Learn about simple automations created with Microsoft products
• Innovate your executive and Board reporting with beautiful data visualizations

Designed For

CPAs and other business professional looking to deepen their knowledge of efficient and effective data analtyics techniques.

Objectives

• Gain an understanding of the basics of data analytics and how to get started
• How to perform data analytics in all steps of the audit process - planning, fieldwork, and reporting
• How to create simple automations and improve executive reporting

Preparation

None

Notice

Login information and eMaterials will be available in the “My CPE” section of the NESCPA website two business days prior to the seminar. Once eMaterials are downloaded, no cancellation/transfer/refund is available.