Written Communication for Auditors Course
IDAUDT8611
Write clear, readable, and logically structured documents, enhancing communication of audit findings and recommendations.
Write clear, readable, and logically structured documents, enhancing communication of audit findings and recommendations.
Gain experience using the writing tools you need to produce professional audit documents that comply with the Government Auditing Standards. Learn to develop strong messages in response to audit objectives, support those messages with compelling evidence, develop the appropriate elements of a finding, and organize your writing to eliminate unnecessary information. Learn how to write in a professional and correct style.
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The instructor was thorough. I liked the term "mirroring" it is something we do, but did not have a word for.
Nicholas Schenck
Instructor was very prepared, quick to pivot with additional relevant material.
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Written Communication for Auditors Course is rated 4.7 stars
Instructor was very prepared, quick to pivot with additional relevant material.
The instructor was thorough. I liked the term "mirroring" it is something we do, but did not have a word for.
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The instructor was wonderful and so knowledgeable. The course materials were extremely relevant to what my job is. I feel like I can be better because of this class.
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Master the skills to develop and present audit findings that effectively communicate results and support audit objectives.
This dynamic, advanced-level writing course weaves together instruction designed to sharpen both your critical thinking and writing skills. Through interactive sessions, you will implement strategies to think critically when analyzing problems and use a structured process to craft innovative solutions. You will then apply those thinking skills to improve your writing by analyzing techniques for structuring effective persuasive arguments using strong logic with a reader-centric focus. By blending the study of critical thinking and writing, this course empowers you to be a more effective, successful communicator.
Learn to write clear, objective-driven audit reports that effectively communicate findings and results.
Build audience-focused briefing and presentation skills tailored for audit professionals through hands-on practice and coaching.
Since 1921, Graduate School USA has partnered with over 125 federal agencies and trained more than one million federal employees. Led by instructors with deep, real-world knowledge of federal regulations, policies, and practices, our private group programs are practical, mission-driven, and tailored to your agency’s objectives. We offer expertise across key federal domains—including human resources, financial management, acquisition and contracting, leadership, and more—to deliver training where and how your team needs it.
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The first installment is due one week before the first class. Subsequent installments are spread out evenly across the duration of the course.
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$119.90 | 10% non-refundable deposit |
$1,199.00 | Total You Pay |
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Instructor
Mark E. Gebicke is an accomplished consultant and instructor with over 50 years of experience in auditing, leadership, and federal program evaluation. A retired Senior Executive from the U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO), Mark spent two decades in GAO's Senior Executive Service, where he led performance reviews and provided congressional testimony on critical issues for agencies such as NASA, the Department of Defense, and the Department of Justice. His expertise spans personnel, readiness, logistics, budget, operations, anti-terrorism, and weapon systems, as well as performance reviews for agencies like the Federal Reserve, U.S. Postal Service, and Department of Energy.
In addition to his auditing and consulting work, Mark has been a dedicated instructor at Graduate School USA since 2008. He draws on his extensive experience to teach courses on auditing techniques, leadership, and project management. During his tenure at GAO, he also developed and implemented the agency's Professional Development Program, managing over 200 new staff annually and mentoring Senior Executive Service candidates. Mark holds a Bachelor of Science in Business from High Point University and a Master of Science in Governmental Administration from George Washington University, and he has received numerous awards for his contributions to both GAO and Graduate School USA.
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Penny N. Popps is an exceptional leader with 20+ years of private and public sector experience and expertise in the field of accounting, audit, compliance, risk management, fraud, and internal controls. She is the recipient of multiple public service, appreciation, recognition, and performance awards. And she’s currently devoted to teaching Financial Management courses at Graduate School USA as an Instructor.
During her almost 15 years as a Federal Government Public Servant, she had many pivotal transformational leadership roles, including being the 1st Fraud Risk Manager at the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), where she successfully helped to mature its Fraud Risk Management Program.
She has a B.B.A in Accounting from the University of Texas at Arlington, Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Texas Woman’s University, Advanced Technical Certificate in Professional Accountancy from Dallas College, Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), Certified Internal Controls Auditor (CICA), and the Department of Defense (DOD) Financial Management Certifications along with an ICF Associate Certified Coach (ACC) Certification.