Course Information
The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly of AI Auditing
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Course Description
Artificial Intelligence is transforming how organizations operate—and how internal auditors must respond. The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly of AI Auditing offers a 360-degree view of AI’s role in today’s audit environment: the innovations, the risks, and the ethical dilemmas. This engaging and practical course is designed specifically for internal auditors who want to stay ahead of the curve. You’ll learn how to critically assess the use of AI in the organizations you audit—and how to harness AI yourself to audit smarter, faster, and more efficiently.
AI is no longer optional and whether it is allowed or not, employees are using it and probably using it in a risky manner. Whether you’re auditing AI or using it to audit, this course gives you the insight, tools, and confidence to lead in the age of automation. Equip yourself with the skills to deliver more value, minimize risk, and future-proof your audit function.
Course Objectives
Objectives:
How to audit AI systems for governance, ethics, bias, data privacy, security, and compliance
How to identify red flags and blind spots in AI-enabled processes and business decisions
How to use AI tools to enhance your audit workflows, testing strategies, and reporting
The regulatory landscape: what auditors need to know about evolving AI laws and standards
Key frameworks and methodologies for evaluating AI risk and control environments
Real-world case studies of AI success stories—and failures
Practical demos of AI in action, tailored to the internal audit process
Outline:
Module 1: Introduction to AI for Auditors
- What is AI? Key concepts (ML, NLP, automation, generative AI)
- The current AI landscape and trends in business
- AI’s impact on audit risk, internal control, and assurance
Module 2: The Good – Opportunities and Benefits
- Using AI in audit planning, testing, and reporting
- Examples of AI improving audit speed, accuracy, and coverage
- Tools auditors can use: ChatGPT, Power BI, Excel Copilot, etc.
Module 3: The Bad – Key Risks to Audit
- Bias, data quality, model errors, over-automation
- Compliance and regulatory pitfalls (GDPR, AI Act, etc.)
- AI “hallucinations” and the risk of misinformation
Module 4: The Ugly – Ethical and Legal Concerns
- Ethical dilemmas in AI development and deployment
- Accountability and liability in AI decisions
- How to audit “black box” AI systems
Prerequisites
Prerequisite not required.
Instructors
Audit Transformation Expert and Global Thought Leader in AI Auditing
Elizabeth is recognized as one of the world’s most senior and experienced AI auditors, blending over 32 years of auditing expertise with pioneering leadership in artificial intelligence tools and implementations. A master-level AI designer and certified AI practitioner, Elizabeth was among the first professionals globally selected to test and train in AI technologies for business and audit applications. She has spent the past three years deeply immersed in AI systems, governance, design, and risk—positioning her at the forefront of this rapidly evolving field.
Elizabeth is also one of SAO’s highest-rated professional development trainers and a frequent keynote figure in the world of organizational performance. Her career began in high-stakes environments—working for an ISO9000/14000/18000/27001 and EHS auditing —where she led audits across dozens of organizations including U.S. military installations, pharmaceutical and energy companies, research and development laboratories, and regulated entities in high-risk sectors like oil, gas, and power as well as local, state, and federal government agencies.
While at the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), Elizabeth developed the original regulatory framework for the Clean Texas performance-based auditing program, collaborating closely with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA) to align federal and state compliance strategies. This groundbreaking work set the stage for her career-long mission: transforming auditing into a force for innovation, compliance, and business performance.
Elizabeth is widely respected for her ability to demystify AI for auditors and business leaders, empowering professionals to both audit AI technologies effectively and use AI to dramatically enhance the speed, accuracy, and strategic impact of auditing itself.
She is the creator of a culture-change approach to auditing, which she has used to train thousands of internal auditors around the world. Her model teaches auditors how to:
Align audits with business strategy and performance goals,
Conduct audits that elevate organizational culture and leadership engagement,
Translate audit findings into measurable business outcomes.
Elizabeth is a sought-after keynote speaker, best-selling author, and executive trainer, known for making the complex simple and inspiring auditors to embrace innovation without compromising rigor. With her unique combination of technical AI mastery, deep regulatory knowledge, and decades of field-tested audit experience, Elizabeth is not just teaching the future of auditing—she's helping define it.
Additional Information
TAC Rule 523.142(g) requires the CPE Sponsor to monitor individual attendance and assign the correct number of CPE credits. Participants will be asked to document their time of arrival and departure in compliance with this Rule. Additionally, attendance will be monitored throughout the day and CPE certificates will reflect actual attendance of each participant.
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