Compliance Monitoring and Assurance Testing
Course overview
Delegates learn to design and run the monitoring programme that gives the second line of defence real assurance over compliance. The course covers risk-based monitoring plans, sampling, testing techniques, and clear reporting of findings and root causes. Practical work includes building a monitoring plan and documenting a test with defensible conclusions.
What you will gain
- Build a risk-based compliance monitoring plan
- Select samples and design test steps
- Execute monitoring reviews and gather evidence
- Identify root causes of compliance failures
- Report findings and track remediation
Who should attend
- Compliance monitoring staff
- Second line assurance teams
- Risk and control officers
- Internal auditors
Upcoming sessions
| Date | City | Duration | Fees | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 to 13 Oct 2026 | Pretoria | 2 Days | R10,000 | Book |
| 8 to 9 Feb 2027 | Cape Town | 2 Days | R10,000 | Book |
| 14 to 15 Jun 2027 | Durban | 2 Days | R10,000 | Book |
Fees are per delegate and exclude VAT. Dates run in the second week of each month. We also deliver this course on your own schedule, in-house or live online.
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