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Mastering Sarbanes-Oxley; A Step-by-Step Guide to Internal Controls and Risk Management

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What does the Sarbanes-Oxley course cover?

Sarbanes-Oxley is covered here in 20 modules: Introduction to Sarbanes-Oxley: Key provisions and requirements, Internal Controls Framework: COSO framework and its components, Risk Management: framework and process, Definition and types of risk and 17 more. The outline lists 80 specific topics, opening with Overview of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act and closing with Compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley requirements.

How do you approach Sarbanes-Oxley step by step?

The work is sequenced in 20 stages. It starts with Introduction to Sarbanes-Oxley: Key provisions and requirements, moves through Internal Controls Framework: COSO framework and its components and risk Management: framework and process, Definition and types of risk, and ends at Compliance and Risk Management: Risk management and mitigation.

What is in Module 1 of the Sarbanes-Oxley course?

Module 1 is Introduction to Sarbanes-Oxley: Key provisions and requirements. It works through Overview of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act, history and background of the Act, key provisions and requirements and 1 more. It sets the vocabulary the remaining 19 modules build on.

How is the Sarbanes-Oxley course delivered?

The Sarbanes-Oxley course is fully self-paced with immediate online access after enrolment. Access does not expire and future updates are included at no cost. It can be taken on any device, and a certificate of completion is issued by The Art of Service when you finish.

How much does the Sarbanes-Oxley course cost?

The Sarbanes-Oxley course is $199 as a one time payment. There is no subscription, no per seat licence and no hidden fee. Enrolment carries a 30 day satisfied or refunded guarantee, so it can be assessed in full before you commit.

Closely related courses: Sarbanes Oxley Internal Controls, Sarbanes-Oxley Internal Controls, Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) Compliance and Internal Controls, Sarbanes Oxley Internal Controls Masterclass.

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Mastering Sarbanes-Oxley: A Step-by-Step Guide to Internal Controls and Risk Management



Course Overview

This comprehensive course is designed to provide participants with a thorough understanding of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act and its requirements for internal controls and risk management. Upon completion of this course, participants will receive a certificate issued by The Art of Service.



Course Features

  • Interactive and engaging learning experience
  • Comprehensive and up-to-date content
  • Personalized learning approach
  • Practical and real-world applications
  • High-quality content developed by expert instructors
  • Certificate issued upon completion
  • Flexible learning schedule
  • User-friendly and mobile-accessible platform
  • Community-driven learning environment
  • Actionable insights and hands-on projects
  • Bite-sized lessons for easy learning
  • Lifetime access to course materials
  • Gamification and progress tracking features


Course Outline

Module 1. Introduction to Sarbanes-Oxley: Key provisions and requirements

  • Overview of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act
  • History and background of the Act
  • Key provisions and requirements
  • Impact on organizations and stakeholders

Module 2. Internal Controls Framework: COSO framework and its components

  • Definition and importance of internal controls
  • COSO framework and its components
  • Control environment and risk assessment
  • Control activities and monitoring

Module 3. Risk Management: framework and process, Definition and types of risk

  • Definition and types of risk
  • Risk management framework and process
  • Risk assessment and prioritization
  • Risk mitigation and monitoring

Module 4. Section 302: Corporate Responsibility: Overview of Section 302, CEO and CFO certifications

  • Overview of Section 302
  • CEO and CFO certifications
  • Internal controls and disclosure controls
  • Consequences of non-compliance

Module 5: Section 404: Management's Report on Internal Control Over Financial Reporting

  • Overview of Section 404
  • Management's report on internal control
  • Components of internal control
  • Assessment and reporting requirements

Module 6. Section 409: Real-Time Disclosure: Overview of Section 409, Consequences of non-compliance

  • Overview of Section 409
  • Real-time disclosure requirements
  • Form 8-K and other disclosure forms
  • Consequences of non-compliance

Module 7. Section 802: Retention of Records: Overview of Section 802, Record retention requirements

  • Overview of Section 802
  • Record retention requirements
  • Types of records to be retained
  • Consequences of non-compliance

Module 8. Section 906: Corporate Responsibility for Financial Reports: Overview of Section 906

  • Overview of Section 906
  • CEO and CFO certifications
  • Internal controls and disclosure controls
  • Consequences of non-compliance

Module 9. Auditing and Compliance: Audit procedures and testing

  • Overview of auditing and compliance
  • Audit committee and auditor independence
  • Audit procedures and testing
  • Compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley requirements

Module 10. IT Controls and Security: IT security and risk management

  • Overview of IT controls and security
  • IT control framework and components
  • IT security and risk management
  • Compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley requirements

Module 11. Financial Reporting and Disclosure: Disclosure requirements and procedures

  • Overview of financial reporting and disclosure
  • Financial statement preparation and review
  • Disclosure requirements and procedures
  • Compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley requirements

Module 12. Ethics and Whistleblower Protection: Code of ethics and conduct

  • Overview of ethics and whistleblower protection
  • Code of ethics and conduct
  • Whistleblower protection and procedures
  • Compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley requirements

Module 13. Risk Assessment and Management: Risk mitigation and monitoring

  • Overview of risk assessment and management
  • Risk assessment and prioritization
  • Risk mitigation and monitoring
  • Compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley requirements

Module 14. Internal Control Evaluation and Testing: Control testing and validation

  • Overview of internal control evaluation and testing
  • Control evaluation and risk assessment
  • Control testing and validation
  • Compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley requirements

Module 15. Disclosure Controls and Procedures: Disclosure requirements and procedures

  • Overview of disclosure controls and procedures
  • Disclosure requirements and procedures
  • Disclosure controls and risk management
  • Compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley requirements

Module 16. Audit Committee and Auditor Independence: Auditor independence and objectivity

  • Overview of audit committee and auditor independence
  • Audit committee composition and responsibilities
  • Auditor independence and objectivity
  • Compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley requirements

Module 17. Corporate Governance and Compliance: Consequences of non-compliance

  • Overview of corporate governance and compliance
  • Corporate governance principles and best practices
  • Compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley requirements
  • Consequences of non-compliance

Module 18. Financial Statement Analysis and Review: Financial statement preparation and review

  • Overview of financial statement analysis and review
  • Financial statement preparation and review
  • Financial statement analysis and interpretation
  • Compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley requirements

Module 19. IT Security and Risk Management: IT risk management and mitigation

  • Overview of IT security and risk management
  • IT security framework and components
  • IT risk management and mitigation
  • Compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley requirements

Module 20. Compliance and Risk Management: Risk management and mitigation

  • Overview of compliance and risk management
  • Compliance framework and components
  • Risk management and mitigation
  • Compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley requirements


Certificate of Completion

Upon completion of this course, participants will receive a certificate issued by The Art of Service. This certificate is a testament to the participant's knowledge and understanding of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act and its requirements for internal controls and risk management.

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