1. Raising the profile of the profession and serving members
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Raising the profile of the profession and serving members
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2. Policy
An evidence base which demonstrates the value of internal audit and highlights key issues affecting the profession
Find our latest policy publications, position papers and consultation responses
We use this material to represent members' views with policy-makers, regulators, business leaders & the media
All policy output available online, grouped by topic and by sector
iia.org.uk/policy
The most significant initiatives this year (2016) have been:
Culture work – The Institute produced a report as part of its contribution as a partner in the Financial Reporting Council’s Culture coalition. Read the report on our website here :
Review of the Financial Services Code ( “Effective Internal Audit in the Financial Services Sector”). The original code was published in July The Institute made a commitment to review the code this year and has created an independant committee to do so, led by Mike Ashley,Chair of the Audit Committee at Barclays plc. You can read about the review and contribute to the consultation here :

3. Boards and audit committees
A key stakeholder group with its own dedicated web page
Find our audit committee briefings, and an signup for future briefings
‘Views from the board’, videos by three prominent board chairs explaining how they use their internal audit functions
Use these resources to engage with your own audit committees

4. Training
Courses have been expertly developed by internal auditors to help you achieve personal and professional development.
We offer introductory courses, technical and soft skills training, and master classes in leadership development.
Early bird discount when booking 3 months in advance
No better way to maintain your CPD
iia.org.uk/courses

5. Events
A number of regional conferences and seminars in a location near you
Sector-specific events. Currently only banking and finance sector but will be expanded to further sectors
Chartered IIA annual conference in autumn
Attending events is a great way to update your knowledge and skills, meet your CPD requirements and network with peers.
iia.org.uk/events

6. Technical guidance
New guidance produced every month on key topics, specific business areas and emerging risks
Guides, webinars, reports, checklists, templates, case studies
Guidance reviewed regularly to ensure it’s relevant
Improved search functionality on the website to make it easier to find what you need
Reviewed and updated regularly
iia.org.uk/resources

7. Nominations are now open Nominations close 30 June Judging process
Categories
Outstanding team Public sector, private sector (non-fs), financial services sector
Inspirational leader Public sector, private sector (non-fs), financial services sector
Best newcomer
Championing internal audit
NEW - Best innovation in learning and development
NEW - Best use of technology
Rough timetable
Nominations are now open
Nominations close
30 June
Judging process
July/August
Winners announced
September
Find out more at auditandrisk.co.uk/awards

8. Specialist seminar streams
Free 15 minute EQA consultation
Customise your own programme
NEW event app
New venue for the London annual conference : QE2 Conference Centre, Westminster. Attracted more delegates than ever in 2016
The conference will return to the QE2 Centre in Look for details of the 2017 conference on the Institute’s website.
Book now iia.org.uk/ia17