Basic Governmental Auditing Course
- IDAUDT7001
- Weekdays only
- 5 Days
- Open to beginners
This course introduces new government auditors to the fundamentals of performance auditing, including standards, evidence collection, and reporting.
These courses introduce the fundamentals of auditing, including government standards and the full audit lifecycle. Auditors learn to plan, execute, and report audits in line with GAO guidelines and best practices.
This course introduces new government auditors to the fundamentals of performance auditing, including standards, evidence collection, and reporting.
Enhance your audit effectiveness by mastering proven interviewing techniques through hands-on exercises and role-playing scenarios.
Build a strong foundation in performance auditing by mastering the principles, methodologies, and techniques outlined in Government Auditing Standards.
Learn to audit federal appropriations with confidence by mastering the legal framework, FAR requirements, and red flags for Antideficiency Act violations that every government auditor needs to know.
Gain a concise overview of federal financial management fundamentals essential for auditors. Learn how to follow financial flows, understand appropriations, and identify potential mismanagement.
Master the skills to develop and present audit findings that effectively communicate results and support audit objectives.
Learn to collect, document, and analyze audit evidence to meet Government Auditing Standards and support audit findings.
Stay current with changes to GAGAS (Yellow Book) standards including ethics, independence, and methodology updates for federal auditors.
Gain a comprehensive understanding of the governmental audit process, from planning to reporting, through hands-on case studies.
Learn to conduct quick response audits that deliver timely, focused, and meaningful results while adhering to Government Auditing Standards.
This course provides a concise yet comprehensive look at the Blue Book standards, their relationship to GAGAS, and the quick-response methods that help inspection, evaluation, and audit teams work more efficiently, accurately, and in alignment with federal requirements.
Explore how artificial intelligence, including machine learning, predictive analytics, and natural language processing, is transforming audit workflows. This one-day course equips auditors with practical tools to enhance efficiency, detect risk, and navigate ethical and compliance challenges.
Enter the world of government auditing with foundational training in auditing standards, fraud detection, and performance evaluation.
Advance your audit career by deepening your skills in technical auditing techniques, analytical methods, and performance measurement. Designed for professionals who have earned Level I certification.
Receive instruction from subject‑matter experts who bring proven government experience.
Courses that are regularly updated based on feedback and industry developments, ensuring versions are mapped to federal competencies.
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.
— 2025 student
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Our alumni consistently commend the expertise of our instructors and the real-world relevance of our programs. Their feedback highlights how Graduate School USA training has advanced their skills, supported their agencies’ missions, and fostered long-term professional growth.
This training opened up my mind and expands my experience in many ways. I can now go back to work and be able to conduct an audit.
Lois M.
The class is very nice and comfortable for learning. The professor is very professional and great at his job.
Jazzy H.
I had a great time and I really liked the in-person class. This was very helpful for my role and the instructor was helpful and explained everything in great detail.
Hans W.
Instructor was very knowledgeable and knew how to make the learning easily understandable. Made the class very interactive and participative, a very appreciative approach.
Papyss N.
I have had this instructor before and have always enjoyed any class he teaches. This one was no exception and was an excellent course.
Timothy W.
I am very thankful for this opportunity. The class was conducted one-on-one, and I truly appreciate both my instructor and the Graduate School for making this possible. The most valuable aspect of the training was its personalized focus—it was tailored specifically to my current situation, which made it highly relevant and immediately applicable. In the past, I’ve taken training from the Graduate School and other providers, but the material often catered to large agencies like the Department of Defense. This time, however, the instruction was centered on my needs, which made a significant difference.
Andy Lee
Great course and refresher for all level of staff. Instructor was very supportive and provided encouraging and relevant feedback.
Guytele Lubin-Marsan
The instructor was informative and gave sufficient feedback on how my interviewing techniques could be improved. Overall, I enjoyed this class, although it was intensive and it challenged my skills. I definitely left the class knowing how to structure my interviews so that they are efficient and effective.
Melissa Holt
The instructor presented the information clearly and was able to provide many good examples from throughout his career. The course content aligned with my expectations and provided me tools I will be able to apply at work.
Matthew G.
Overall, the class was very informative and provided skills I can use in my job and hopefully influence the direction and outcomes of audits. Quick Response Auditing provides great alternative approaches to deliver timely reports with high impact.
Austin Tomlin
Our Audit Methodology & Standards Training are rated 4.5 stars by 752 students
I came in a little unsure of what I could learn that was new, But I left with knowledge I can use in my daily investigations and report writing. The examples the professor mentioned were updated and thus the material was relatable and easy to understand.
She was great at presenting dense information in a easy to understand and efficient method.
I learned a lot from the instructor and truly appreciated the class!
I thoroughly enjoyed the videos; they were very informative.
I learned where and what to cut to enhance audit outcomes and timeliness. Thanks
I came thinking I knew it all, left with new useful information and tools. Great experience!
I LEARNED A GREAT DEAL FROM THE CLASS THAT WILL HELP ME WITH MY CURRENT ROLE
I came in with no knowledge and left with a foundation for auditing.
The instructor was knowledgeable and personable. He was able to use real world examples to relate to the material provided. Overall, it was a great experience and refresher of auditing and concepts.
Mr Brown was wonderful. Thank you.
I came not thinking I needed another auditing class, but this was a great way to tie in all the learning that I have done this week.
Mr. Brown is an amazing instructor. He is relatable and knowledgeable.
great class
Overall, i had a very positive experience with the course. The training was informative, engaging, and relevant to my professional responsibilities. I gained practical knowledge and useful techniques that i can apply in my work.
I felt like I had a good set of interviewing skills with the class, but I gained a lot from this class as it gave me the opportunity to hear multiple perspectives of how other fellow Auditors conducted their auditee interviews and the practice sessions helped as well. Kudos to the instructor.
I liked the slides especially because I could easily just edit the class material right there with my notes.
loved it....I have experience with interviews and this class refreshed & taught me a lot of good info that I have forgotten over the years.
Joe was a great instructor. He did a great job teaching and covering the information. The class was very active and I attribute that to his style which worked well in this setting.
The instructor was great. Very good clear slides and easy to follow.
This was an excellent course - our instructor was awesome - knowledgeable and kept us engaged.
Joe Mlakar was a great instructor, very knowledgeable, professional, and he managed the 21 student in a magnificent manner.
This was very impactful course. I will use what I have learn from this class at my work immediately.
I thought it was an informative and relative class.
This course is great for new auditors and even experienced auditors as a refresher. It will definitely help you build a framework and gain knowledge on conducting interviews.
I came with some blind spots and now I am ready to use these new skills.
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| Course, dates, and times | Price and duration | Description | Registration |
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| September 2026 | |||
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September 28
Monday
9–5pm
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$649
1 Day
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Stay current with changes to GAGAS (Yellow Book) standards including ethics, independence, and methodology updates for federal auditors. |
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September 28
Monday
9–5pm
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$649
1 Day
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Gain a concise overview of federal financial management fundamentals essential for auditors. Learn how to follow financial flows, understand appropriations, and identify potential mismanagement. |
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| October 2026 | |||
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October 1
Thursday
9–5pm
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$649
1 Day
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Stay current with changes to GAGAS (Yellow Book) standards including ethics, independence, and methodology updates for federal auditors. |
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October 5–9
Monday to Friday
9–5pm
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$1,999
5 Days
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This course introduces new government auditors to the fundamentals of performance auditing, including standards, evidence collection, and reporting. |
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October 13–15
Tuesday to Thursday
9–5pm
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$1,199
3 Days
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Gain a comprehensive understanding of the governmental audit process, from planning to reporting, through hands-on case studies. |
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