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All Things Internal Audit: Filling the Internal Audit Talent Gap (Bonus Content)

In this episode, Amanda Jo Erven talks with Desiree Rivera about developing the next generation of internal auditors. They discuss attracting new talent and the power of mentorship and community.

In bonus content, Jerick Mediavilla joins Robert Perez to discuss the challenges of keeping content fresh and relevant for a global audience.

Host:

Desiree Rivera

IIA Academic Relations manager

Guests:

Amanda Jo Erven

lecturer and director of Internal Audit Education, MSU Denver

Key points

  • Introduction and Episode Overview (00:00:02)
  • Amanda’s Journey in Internal Audit (00:00:28)
  • Challenges in the Internal Audit Talent Pipeline (00:02:59)
  • Creative Recruitment Strategies (00:04:38)
  • Essential Skills for Internal Auditors (00:07:22)
  • Mentorship and Community Engagement (00:12:15)
  • Advice for Young Professionals (00:18:24)
  • Introduction to Bonus Content (00:20:48)
  • Collaboration with Subject Matter Experts (00:23:08)
  • Challenges in Content Development (00:24:27)
  • Feedback and Continuous Improvement (00:26:38)
  • Ensuring Compliance (00:26:38)

Resources mentioned

Bonus content

Host

Robert Pérez, owner, Pérez Communication Solutions

Guest

Jerick Mediavilla, IIA curriculum quality specialist

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