The Strategic Compass of Global Expansion
Positioning Internal Audit as a Driver of Sustainable Success

Expanding into new markets brings opportunity, but also exposes organisations to a wide range of risks — from regulatory complexity and cultural differences to cybersecurity threats and third-party vulnerabilities. This seminar provides a deep dive into how Internal Audit can serve as a strategic partner in navigating these challenges and enabling sustainable global growth.

Objectives:

Highlight the critical role of Internal Audit in identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks in global expansion.

Explore strategies for aligning risk management with business objectives and growth ambitions.

Demonstrate how data analytics, AI, and continuous monitoring can enhance oversight and resilience.

Share practical approaches for strengthening governance, accountability, and ethical practices across borders.

Key Themes:

Global risk landscapes: regulatory, geopolitical, operational, and cultural.

The evolving role of Internal Audit as a trusted advisor, not just a control checker.

Leveraging technology for smarter assurance and risk management.

Building high-performing, cross-cultural audit teams for international oversight.

Embedding ESG, ethics, and sustainability into global governance.

Takeaways:
Participants will leave with actionable insights on how to position Internal Audit as a strategic enabler of responsible expansion. You will gain frameworks to anticipate and manage global risks, strengthen organisational resilience, and ensure growth is both sustainable and aligned with strong governance and ethical standards.