Principles of Internal Auditing
Course specification
About this training
What You’ll Learn in This Principles of Internal Auditing Training
This training has the following learning objectives:
- What is Internal Audit?
- Inspections and Audits
- Internal Auditor Profile
- Internal Audit Loop or Making Internal Audit happening.
- Closing Internal Audit or Non-Conformances
- CAPA and Follow-up
- Internal Audits and GFSI Schemes
- Why Internal Audits Fails to produce Results?
Course sample
Module 0 – Introduction – Principles of Internal Auditing
Course outline
- Basic Instructions
- Module 0 – Introduction – Principles of Internal Auditing
- Module 1 – What is an Audit?
- Part 1 : What is Audit – An Overview
- Part 2: Inspection and Audit – What is the difference?
- Part 3: Establishing Internal Audit Procedures
- Lesson Learned
- Module 2 – Auditor Qualifications and Competencies?
- Part 1: Principles of Internal Auditing
- Part 2: Auditor Qualifications and Competencies
- Part 3: The value of interpersonal skills and communication in audits.
- Lesson Learned
- Module 3 – Internal Audit as a Process
- Lesson Learned
- Module 4 – Internal Audit Cycle or Loop
- Lesson Learned
- Module 5 – Internal Audit Performance
- Lesson Learned
- Module 6 – Internal Audit Reporting
- Lesson Learned
- Module 7 – Closing out Non-Conformances
- Part 1: Closing non-conformances
- Part 2 : Root Cause Analysis
- Lesson Learned
- Module 8 – Review and Approval of Corrective Actions
- Lesson Learned
- Module 9 – Follow-up and Closing the Internal Audit Loop
- Lesson Learned
- Module 10 – Continuous Improvement through Internal Audit
- Lesson Learned
- Final Exam
Frequently asked questions
This training is completely self-paced, so you can begin at any time and set your own pace. Training duration is 30 days from signup/assigned date.
On purchase, or if company enrols you in a training, you will receive an email invitation to signup on the portal. Upon login you can access assigned/purchased trainings from "My Courses/Trainings" tab. You can access the trainings from any device with a live Internet connection. The training will work on a desktop, laptop, tablet, and smartphone.
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You can email your instructor directly at training@foodvisioninc.com or utilize the training discussion board.
Currently trainings are offered in English language only.
Training is in audio visual format. You need to watch all the videos.
Trainee must have basic understandings of English language. Trainee must have a computer/mobile/tablet along with stable internet connection to attempt the training. Trainee must be familiar with basic use of computer.
Conceptual understanding from video lectures will be examined by an exam (where applicable) (multiple choice, true/false etc). You need to watch all the videos to complete the course.
Soft copy of test results (if applicable) will be emailed right after test submission. You can always access your current and previous results from your portal using your credentials.
Course completion/qualification certificates will be awarded to qualifying trainees right after course completion or exam submission through email. Trainees can download and print it later from their respective portals.
Full refund before the course is attempted, No refund will be processed if a candidate has started a course.
An inspection is a routine check of specific conditions (e.g., cleanliness, temperature). An audit is a systematic, independent examination of a system or process to verify conformance to standards. Module 1, Part 2 covers this distinction.
An effective internal auditor needs technical knowledge of food safety, auditing skills, and interpersonal abilities. Module 2 covers auditor qualifications, competencies, and communication skills. see Food Plant Floor Leaders – GMPs for leadership competencies.
The audit cycle includes planning, preparation, execution, reporting, corrective action, and follow‑up. Module 3 covers internal audit as a process, and Module 4 details the full cycle.
Closing non‑conformances requires identifying the root cause, implementing corrective actions, verifying effectiveness, and updating procedures. Module 7 covers closing non‑conformances, including root cause analysis. for advanced root cause training, see Smart Root Cause Analysis.
GFSI‑benchmarked standards (SQF, BRCGS, FSSC 22000) require internal audit programs that are effectively planned, executed, and followed up. The seventh learning objective addresses internal audits and GFSI schemes.
Common failures include lack of management commitment, poorly trained auditors, inadequate follow‑up, and a culture that treats audits as a tick‑box exercise. The eighth learning objective covers why internal audits fail. ISO 19011 – Guidelines for Auditing Management Systems.
CAPA (Corrective and Preventive Actions) is the process of addressing non‑conformances and preventing recurrence. It includes root cause analysis, action planning, implementation, and verification. Module 6 covers audit reporting, and Module 8 covers review and approval of corrective actions. explore Smart Corrective and Preventive Actions for advanced CAPA training.
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