Course Introduction
The Cloud ERP Systems Risk and Controls Audit Training Course is a specialized program designed to equip audit and risk professionals with the knowledge required to evaluate, assess, and audit enterprise resource planning systems deployed in cloud environments. It focuses on ensuring secure, compliant, and well-controlled ERP operations across organizations.
This course provides a strong foundation in cloud ERP architectures, including platforms such as SAP S/4HANA Cloud, Oracle Cloud ERP, and Microsoft Dynamics 365. Participants will learn how cloud-based ERP systems function, how data flows across modules, and how risks are introduced through integration, configuration, and access management.
A key focus of the program is risk identification and control evaluation in cloud ERP environments. Learners will explore critical areas such as user access controls, segregation of duties, configuration management, change control processes, and data integrity risks within financial and operational ERP modules.
Participants will also gain practical knowledge in auditing cloud ERP environments using structured methodologies. This includes assessing automated controls, evaluating third-party cloud service dependencies, testing application controls, and reviewing compliance with internal policies and regulatory standards.
The course further explores emerging issues such as AI-driven ERP automation, robotic process automation (RPA) risks, cybersecurity threats in cloud ERP systems, continuous auditing of ERP transactions, and data governance challenges in multi-cloud environments. These developments are reshaping enterprise systems auditing.
By the end of the course, participants will be able to conduct comprehensive risk assessments of cloud ERP systems, evaluate internal controls effectiveness, and provide assurance over financial, operational, and compliance processes in modern cloud-based enterprise environments.
Duration
5 days
Who Should Attend
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Internal auditors and IT auditors
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ERP system auditors and consultants
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Risk management professionals
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Compliance and governance officers
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Financial controllers and accountants
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SAP, Oracle, and Microsoft ERP users
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Information systems audit professionals
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Cybersecurity and IT risk specialists
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External auditors and assurance providers
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Enterprise systems implementation managers
Course Objectives
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Equip participants with comprehensive knowledge of cloud ERP systems risk and controls audit frameworks to evaluate enterprise resource planning environments, ensuring strong governance, data integrity, and effective internal control structures in cloud-based business systems
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Develop ability to assess cloud ERP architecture risks
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Enable learners to evaluate ERP internal control systems
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Strengthen skills in segregation of duties analysis
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Train participants in cloud ERP audit methodologies
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Build competency in configuration and change control auditing
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Enhance understanding of ERP data integrity risks
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Prepare professionals to audit automated ERP controls
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Enable participants to assess third-party cloud dependencies
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Develop leadership capability in ERP systems assurance
Comprehensive Course Outline
Module 1: Foundations of Cloud ERP Systems and Audit Principles
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Introduction to cloud ERP systems and audit principles focusing on enterprise resource planning architecture, cloud deployment models, and governance structures in digital enterprise systems
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Overview of cloud ERP platforms
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Understanding ERP audit scope
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Role of auditors in ERP environments
Module 2: Cloud ERP Architecture and Data Flow Controls
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Evaluation of ERP architecture ensuring proper data flow, system integration, and control mechanisms across financial and operational modules
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Assessment of ERP system components
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Identification of data flow risks
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Strengthening architecture controls
Module 3: Access Controls and Segregation of Duties (SoD)
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Evaluation of user access management ensuring proper segregation of duties, authorization controls, and prevention of fraud risks in ERP systems
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Assessment of access control policies
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Identification of SoD conflicts
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Strengthening identity management systems
Module 4: Configuration and Change Management Controls
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Evaluation of ERP configuration settings and change management processes ensuring system integrity and controlled modifications in cloud environments
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Assessment of configuration controls
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Identification of unauthorized changes
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Strengthening change governance systems
Module 5: Application Controls in ERP Financial Modules
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Evaluation of application controls ensuring accuracy, completeness, and validity of financial transactions within ERP accounting systems
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Assessment of financial module controls
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Identification of processing errors
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Strengthening financial audit controls
Module 6: Cloud Security and ERP Cyber Risk Management
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Evaluation of cybersecurity controls ensuring protection of ERP systems from unauthorized access, data breaches, and cyber threats in cloud environments
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Assessment of ERP security frameworks
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Identification of cyber vulnerabilities
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Strengthening cloud security systems
Module 7: Data Integrity and Master Data Governance
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Evaluation of data governance practices ensuring accuracy, consistency, and reliability of master data across ERP systems
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Assessment of data quality controls
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Identification of data inconsistencies
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Strengthening data governance frameworks
Module 8: Third-Party Risk in Cloud ERP Environments
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Evaluation of third-party and vendor risks ensuring secure integration and compliance of cloud ERP service providers and external dependencies
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Assessment of vendor control systems
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Identification of outsourcing risks
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Strengthening third-party governance
Module 9: ERP Continuous Auditing and Analytics
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Evaluation of continuous auditing techniques ensuring real-time monitoring of ERP transactions using data analytics and automated tools
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Assessment of audit analytics systems
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Identification of transaction anomalies
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Strengthening continuous audit systems
Module 10: Capstone Cloud ERP Audit Simulation
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End-to-end simulation of cloud ERP audit processes including risk assessment, control testing, compliance review, and audit reporting
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Practical ERP audit case studies
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Development of audit findings reports
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Presentation of ERP assurance outcomes
Training Approach
This course will be delivered by our skilled trainers who have vast knowledge and experience as expert professionals in the fields. The course is taught in English and through a mix of theory, practical activities, group discussion and case studies. Course manuals and additional training materials will be provided to the participants upon completion of the training.
Tailor-Made Course
This course can also be tailor-made to meet organization requirement. For further inquiries, please contact us on: Email: training@upskilldevelopment.com Tel: +254 721 331 808
Training Venue
The training will be held at our Upskill Training Centre. We also offer training for a group (at a discount of 10% to 50%) at requested location all over the world. The Onsite course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments, buffet lunch, airport transfers, Upskill gift package, and guided tour.
Visa application, travel expenses, dinners, accommodation, insurance, and other personal expenses are catered by the participant
Certification
Participants will be issued with Upskill certificate upon completion of this course.
Airport Pickup and Accommodation
Airport pickup and accommodation is arranged upon request. For booking contact our Training Coordinator through Email: training@upskilldevelopment.com, +254 721 331 808
Terms of Payment:
Unless otherwise agreed between the two parties’ payment of the course fee should be done 3 working days before commencement of the training so as to enable us to prepare better.
